About this role
Job SummaryThis position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency.
QualificationsYou may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: Led the analysis, design, and planning of an organization's enterprise architecture with a primary focus on enhancing the end-user experience, acting as the final technical authority on standards and platforms; Managed the enterprise-wide implementation, adoption, and optimization of the ServiceNow platform, specifically including the ITSM, ITOM, and Software/Hardware Asset Management (SAM/HAM) modules; Managed the full lifecycle of complex IT modernization projects by directing both personnel and financial resources to ensure the successful deployment and continuous improvement of enterprise systems; Interpreted guidance from higher headquarters (like the Department of War) to develop, implement, and enforce agency-specific IT policies and governance frameworks; Acted as a final decision-maker to adjudicate competing technical requirements, resolve critical architectural problems, and make binding decisions on system configurations and project scope. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 2210 series. Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate GS-5 through GS-15 (or equivalent): For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. and Specialized Experience for GS-7 (or equivalent) and Above: Positions at GS-7 (or equivalent) and above require one year of specialized experience at the next lower GS-grade (or equivalent). Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Such experience is typically gained in the IT field or through the performance of work where the primary concern is IT. The employing agency is responsible for defining the specialized experience based on the requirements of the position being filled. *NOTE: Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position.
Major DutiesAs a IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN) at the GS-2210-13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Leads the analysis, planning, and design of the agency's enterprise architecture, serving as the final technical authority on IT standards, platforms, and configurations to enhance the end-user experience. Develops and executes short- and long-range IT modernization plans, directing resources to integrate new technologies like the ServiceNow platform and next-generation desktop solutions. Interprets high-level guidance from the Department of War (DoW) to develop, implement, and audit agency-specific IT policies, ensuring alignment and conformance across all programs. Manages the full lifecycle for key IT modernization projects, directing personnel and financial resources to ensure initiatives like the ServiceNow implementation are completed on schedule and within budget. Acts as the primary decision-maker to adjudicate conflicting stakeholder requirements, prioritize IT investments, and resolve critical technical problems related to architecture and projects. Serves as the lead change agent for the adoption and optimization of the ServiceNow platform, with direct responsibility for the ITSM, ITOM, and Software/Hardware Asset Management (SAM/HAM) modules. Establishes and monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) to provide data-driven assessments of the agency's IT performance, system health, and end-user satisfaction to leadership.