U.S. Department of Defense

IT SPECIALIST (APPSW)


Pay$60515.00 - $114082.00 / year
LocationIndianapolis/Indiana
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 793776600
      • Who may apply: This announcement is open to all U.S. Citizens
      • This position is located in: IT DIR OFFICE, ACCOUNTING SERVICES, ARMY SYSTEMS, CAPS SUSTAINMENT BRANCH, ZTCAD
      • Pay for first time hires to the Federal Government will typically be set at step 1 salary range for their respective grade level.

      Duties


      • Participates in systems requirement reviews and coordinates with customer/functional representatives and other technical personnel to clarify requirements.
      • Prepares system change/programming specifications, and specifies programming instructions, inputs and outputs, structures, and other analytical products to document the functional and technical requirements.
      • Identifies alternative approaches to the design of current or proposed systems.
      • Identifies how system modifications or new systems or subsystems affect current systems; prepares cost analysis; establishes target completion dates; and prioritizes proposed system changes or developments.
      • Prepares and executes tests for system or subsystem software validation.
      • Responds to problem reports from customers by advising on corrective actions. Analyzes and resolves system or software failures.
      • Knowledge of a wide range of software development techniques, processes, and scenarios; equipment characteristics; and Agency security regulations to evaluate the effectiveness of systems, devices, procedures, and methods.
      • Detailed knowledge of organizational standards and procedures affecting each phase of a system’s life cycle.

      Requirements


      • U.S. Citizenship or National
      • Suitable for Federal Employment
      • Registered for Selective Service (if applicable)
      • This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.

      Qualifications


      Resumes for federal government positions need more detailed work descriptions and accomplishments than a typical private sector resume. Please be sure to clearly describe the full scope of your work experiences in your resume.

      Basic Requirement: Applicants must have IT-related experience demonstrating the following competencies appropriate to, or above, the level of this position. Your resume and work experience should clearly support your ability to meet these competencies and will be evaluated as part of the entire application process.

      GS-9 and GS-11
      Attention to Detail- experience reviewing my own information technology-related work or data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards. My work or the data that I produce is typically reviewed by my supervisor or another colleague
      Customer Service- experience having brief contact with customers to provide information about available information technology products and services and providing customers with standard products or routine services to address information technology needs
      Oral Communication- experience informing my supervisor and other IT staff of the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the communication of basic technical information to a non-technical audience
      Problem Solving- identifying or selecting from a number of alternatives to address routine information technology-related issues by gathering and applying information from standard sources that provide a limited number of solutions

      GS-12
      Attention to Detail- experience reviewing my own information technology-related work or data and have been asked by others to review their work or data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards
      Customer Service- experience maintaining relationships with customers, assessing current information technology needs of customers, and developing or identifying information technology products and services that are tailored to meet customer needs
      Oral Communication- briefing mid-level management and IT staff on the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the communication of technical information to a non-technical audience
      Problem Solving- identifying alternatives to address complex information technology-related issues by gathering and applying information from a variety of sources that provide a number of potential solutions

      FOR ENTRY AT THE GS-09 LEVEL: In addition to the Basic Competency Requirements listed above: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade GS-07 in the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.

      Specialized experience is defined as: Analyzing and refining systems requirements; programming with C#, CSS, HTML, Oracle PL/SQL, and/or Oracle APEX; applying basic IT principles and practices; providing input to design specifications, testing plans, and issue resolution of an automated systems.

      FOR ENTRY AT THE GS-11 LEVEL: In addition to the Basic Competency Requirements listed above: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade GS-09 in the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.

      Specialized experience is defined as: Experience with the following; programming with Oracle APEX, Oracle PL/SQL, CSS, C#, and/or HTML; analyzing IT system requirements; develop, test, and configure software and/or applications; providing system analysis; and preparing system documentation to enhance software development processes in line with industry standards (e.g. Agile, DevSecOps).

      FOR ENTRY AT THE GS-12 LEVEL: In addition to the Basic Competency Requirements listed above: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade GS-11 in the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.

      Specialized experience is defined as: Serving as an expert consultant to analysts, programmers, functional users, and managers at all levels within an organization; programming with Oracle Apex, Oracle PL/SQL, CSS, C#, and/or HTML; analyzing IT system requirements; coordinating with stakeholders to clarify needs; developing program code; identifying alternative design approaches; and preparing system documentation to enhance software development processes in line with industry standards (e.g. Agile, DevSecOps).

      Volunteer Experience: 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 to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

      You may qualify for consideration if meeting time-in grade, specialized experience, education requirement, 90 days after competitive appointment requirement, and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise indicated on the announcement.
  • About the company

      The United States Department of Defense is an executive branch department of the federal government charged with coordinating and supervising all agencies and functions of the government directly related to national security and the United States Armed Forces. The DOD is the largest employer in the world, with over 1.3 million active-duty service members as of 2020. More employees include over 826,000 National Guard and reservists from the armed forces, and over 732,000 civilians bringing the total to over 2.8 million employees. Headquartered at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, just outside Washington, D.C., the DoD's stated mission is to provide "the military forces needed to deter war and ensure our nation's security".

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