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Job SummaryClick on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as an Information Technology Specialist responsible for planning, developing, integrating, and sustaining websites, software applications, databases, and archival systems that support Air Force and Space Force missions.
QualificationsIn order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Information Technology (IT) Management Series, GS-2210 (Alternate A). https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/ SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes experience with a wide range of web development, database design, archival systems, and cybersecurity principles and methods; including life cycle management concepts, IT infrastructure, records management directives, systems testing and evaluation principles, and troubleshooting procedures to design, configure, test, and implement applications, databases, and archival platforms supporting Air Force historical records. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of software engineering principles, application frameworks, and modern programming languages at the journey level, sufficient to independently design, code, test, and sustain secure web properties and applications. Knowledge of data management, relational database architecture, and metadata structures at the journey level, sufficient to ensure the lawful retention, integrity, and retrieval of classified and unclassified archival records. Knowledge of information systems security and secure coding practices at the journey level, sufficient to embed application level controls and mitigate vulnerabilities across web and database architectures. Skill in systems integration at the journey level, sufficient to seamlessly connect legacy archival systems with modern cloud capabilities and design interoperability patterns (e.g., RESTful APIs or ETL pipelines). Skill in technology awareness and applied research at the journey level, sufficient to evaluate, prototype, and implement emerging technical capabilities-specifically AI-enabled tools and advanced search functions-to modernize workflows. Ability to independently analyze complex IT environments, anticipate system failures, and architect innovative, cost effective solutions for unprecedented technical challenges without step-by-step guidance. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, sufficient to brief leadership on technical trade-offs, author comprehensive system documentation, and translate complex IT concepts for non-technical stakeholders PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Major DutiesDevelops, maintains, and enhances websites and applications to ensure effective communication, secure access, and compliance with DoD/DAF standards. Designs, manages, and optimizes relational databases and digital archival systems to safeguard, catalog, and retrieve electronic and paper records. Analyzes and integrates applications, databases, and archival systems to meet mission requirements, improve efficiency, and ensure interoperability. Researches, evaluates, and implements emerging technologies to modernize archival IT systems and improve mission effectiveness. Tests, troubleshoots, and secures applications, databases, and archival systems to ensure reliability, compliance, and mission readiness.