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Job SummaryPositions advertised are in various organizations at Johnson Space Center, White Sands Test Facility, Langley Research Center, Goddard Space Flight Center, and Wallops Flight Facility. NASA may fill positions in any of the following series and at any grade level listed in this announcement (GS-2210 at the GS-7/9/11/12/13 levels).
QualificationsSpecialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. To qualify for the GS-07, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level: Assisting with analysis or testing of IT systems or components to support operational or mission requirements under close supervision; OR Preparing basic technical documentation or status reports in support of IT projects or system activities. To qualify for the GS-09, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level: Assisting others in analyzing technical or system requirements to help identify issues and support the operation of IT or mission systems; Assisting others in developing, testing, or maintaining software, tools, or system components to support functionality, performance, or user needs. To qualify for the GS-11, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level: Supporting coordinating system monitoring activities, identifying operational issues, and directing timely resolutions that support safe and reliable mission or training operations; Supporting analyzing operational data and updating requirements to improve procedures, tools, and system configurations that contribute to mission readiness. To qualify for the GS-12, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level: Coordinating system monitoring activities, identifying operational issues, and directing timely resolutions that support safe and reliable mission or training operations; Analyzing operational data and updating requirements to improve procedures, tools, and system configurations that contribute to mission readiness; Leading efforts to troubleshoot complex technical issues, communicating impacts and recommended actions, and providing technical guidance that supports continuity of mission or training activities. To qualify for the GS-13, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level: Leading the development, integration, or improvement of mission or training systems, including defining requirements, resolving high-impact issues, and guiding teams through design or operational decisions; Conducting advanced analysis of mission, operational, or system performance data to inform organizational strategies, optimize procedures or tools, and drive decisions affecting mission readiness; Providing technical leadership for cross-disciplinary teams, including coordinating complex workflows, delivering high-level recommendations to management, and communicating operational or system needs. AND You MUST also have IT-related experience in the competencies listed in the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section below. Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job. Please visit https://www.nasa.gov/careers/how-to-apply/#Artificial-Intelligence to review NASA's guidance on the use of artificial intelligent (AI) or AI-assisted tools during the application process.
Major DutiesDuties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade levels will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee.Lead analysis and evaluation of technology systems, architectures, or operational environments to identify opportunities for modernization, optimization, and increased mission effectiveness across multiple organizations and functional domains.Lead development, integration, and governance of system requirements, technical standards, engineering documentation, or implementation strategies supporting the full lifecycle of mission-critical systems, programs, or operational initiatives.Collaborate with executive leadership, program managers, engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and stakeholders to manage, architect, implement, and sustain innovative solutions aligned with mission priorities and evolving operational requirements.Provide technical leadership in the management, diagnosis, and resolution of highly complex enterprise system, network, application, and infrastructure issues with significant mission, operational, or organizational impact.Evaluate emerging technologies, best practices, and evolving federal IT and cybersecurity initiatives to develop strategic recommendations that enhance system resilience, interoperability, operational capability, and organizational readiness.Lead coordination and integration efforts across multiple organizations, programs, and stakeholder groups to ensure enterprise alignment with mission objectives, governance requirements, federal policies, and Directorate strategic priorities.Develop, present, and defend high-level technical briefings, executive reports, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership, enabling informed decision-making, resource prioritization, and execution of mission objectives.