Supervisory IT Specialist

Duties

• You will Provide technical leadership and manage the RDTandE IT Operations Branch (1041) at NSWC Carderock, overseeing diverse teams responsible for Windows and Linux server/workstation administration High Performance Computing (HPC).
• You will develop and implement strategic plans, policies, and procedures to align IT operations with NSWCCD and NSWC Enterprise goals, enhancing enterprise-wide IT service delivery and customer experience.
• You will collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to identify, prioritize, and address IT and cybersecurity requirements across all Carderock sites.
• You will plan and manage budgets, personnel, and resources; forecast future IT requirements, equipment, facility, and manpower needs to ensure sound fiscal and operational management.
• You will ensure compliance with organizational policies, cybersecurity standards, and applicable DoD/DON requirements affecting IT infrastructure and services.
• You will represent the RDTandE IT Operations Branch in meetings, Enterprise working groups, and technical forums, providing expert advice and leadership on network and infrastructure issues.
• You will lead multiple projects and teams, setting objectives, monitoring progress, resolving issues, and ensuring effective communication and coordination to meet technical and operational goals.
• You will analyze complex technical problems related to IT systems, networks, and cybersecurity; provide expert recommendations and guidance to staff, management, and stakeholders.
• You will build and sustain collaborative partnerships within the Division, NSWC Enterprise, and NAVSEA to support IT operations, contribute to governance initiatives, and advance organizational mission success.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• This is a Cyberspace Workforce position, work role code (801), proficiency level (Advanced) the incumbent is required to obtain and maintain qualifications in DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Department of Navy policies.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing.
• Supervisors in the executive branch have a heightened personal responsibility for advancing government ethics. You will be required to review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101.

Qualifications

Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the NT-04 (GS-11/12) dealing with the following: evaluating network infrastructure, service delivery, and providing technical input to service providers; technical expertise and leadership in one or more of the following IT areas: Windows Domain, Linux administration, Cloud, networking infrastructure, WAN connections, and remote site VPNs; shared services and cloud based architectures, high performance computing and big data analytics platforms.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.

Education

There is no education substitution for this position.

Additional information

This position is part of the Warfare Centers Personnel Demonstration Project. The NT-5 pay band encompasses positions equivalent to the GS-13 and GS-14.

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

Several vacancies may be filled.

A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: .

Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.