Information Technology Specialist (APPSW)

Duties
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As a Information Technology Specialist (APPSW) at the GG-2210-12/13 some of your typical work assignments may include:

GG-12 Duties:

• Acts as a subject matter expert on agile principles, DevSecOps, and cloud technologies, performing feasibility studies on new proposals and system modifications. This duty involves identifying and promoting innovative technologies and process improvements to solve complex problems.
• Manages and provides oversight for software development projects, monitoring contractor performance to ensure deliverables are timely, technically sound, and compliant with Department of War (DoW) guidelines. Serves as a technical point of contact, interfacing with DoW entities, Combatant Commands, and other agencies to resolve issues.
• Oversees the entire software development lifecycle, from initiation to deployment, while guiding and prioritizing the work of contractors. This includes defining requirements, conducting technical reviews of software design and code, and ensuring that functional needs are effectively translated into application capabilities for the Global Joint Training Infrastructure (GJTI).

GG-13 Duties:

• Serves as a subject matter expert on modern software development practices such as agile, DevSecOps, and cloud technologies. This responsibility includes performing feasibility studies for new features, analyzing design alternatives, and identifying innovative technologies and processes to continuously improve and advance the capabilities of the Joint Training Tool (JTT).
• Collaborates with a broad user community across the DoW to translate their functional needs into precise technical software requirements. A critical part of this duty is to coordinate, monitor, and participate in extensive technical testing-including unit, system, security, and performance testing-to validate contractor deliverables and ensure all interface requirements are met.
• Manages the entire software development lifecycle, from initial concept to final deployment. This includes defining application requirements, reviewing contractor-produced software designs and code, and guiding development efforts on key strategic initiatives like AI integration, cloud migration, and the creation of a new enterprise-level API.
• Acts as a Project Manager providing oversight for software development performed by contractors. This role involves monitoring project plans and contractor performance, ensuring solutions are compliant with DoW regulations, and serving as the technical point of contact for a wide range of stakeholders, including Combatant Commands, Military Services, and other government agencies.

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service http://www.sss.gov
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Work Schedule: Full-time
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: May be Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Required
• Telework Eligibility: Position is NOT eligible for regular recurring Telework; (Situational/ including Emergency and OPM prescribed only).
• Occasional Travel
• Drug Testing Designated Position: Yes
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• Employee must obtain/maintain a Special Sensitive (Top Secret/SCI) security clearance
• IAT Level II cert w/in 6 months of EOD

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GG- 12/13, if you fulfill the following qualifications:

A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the 11 grade level in the Federal service:

• Knowledge of software, agile principles, DevSecOps, cloud to modernize legacy joint training applications and develop assigned joint training software applications. Joint Training software applications enable Combatant Command and Military Service joint training at the point of need, exercise globally integrated operations, and build Joint Force Readiness
• Knowledge of automated system development and design to develop, acquire, implement, and manage the life cycle of automated information systems to satisfy operational requirements
• Familiarity with DoW policies and standards related to automated system design, development and management; Ability to understand and support technical review of modern complex computer programs using modern programming languages such as HTML5, Java, C#, Python, Ruby, GO, Rust, Service Oriented Architectures, and advanced data integration and report generator software
• Knowledge and skill in monitoring a contracted development effort including the ability to critically evaluate and assess contractor performance to ensure effective and proper solutions

B. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the 12 grade level in the Federal service:

• Applying systems application software concepts and factors such as structured design, supportability, survivability, reliability, scalability, and maintainability sufficient to ensure that applications are optimized for state-of-the-art technology and functionality and provide advice and guidance to management
• Knowledge and experience in modern software development practices such as Agile, DevSecOps, cloud-native development, and user-centered design
• Understanding automated system development and design to develop, acquire, implement, and manage the life cycle of automated information systems to satisfy operational requirements
• Understanding state-of-the-art advances in information systems technology to include operating systems, software, system hardware and telecommunications to translate functional specifications into technical requirements, e.g., inform requirement generation from stated user needs;

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.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANT: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf

All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Who Needs to Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov) )

The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.

NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy.

Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).