Information Technology Spec

This vacancy is for a GS-2210-13, Information Technology Spec located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, OFFICE OF ACQ SUPT and SYS ENG POLICY and PROCESSES -CG-924 in WASHINGTON, District of Columbia. Major duties: You will serve as an Information Technology Specialist and be responsible for developing acquisition policies for Information Technology and Software major and non-major acquisition programs. You will assist in the oversight of these programs in their development, integration, sustainment, and enhancement of IT and software acquisition programs throughout the programs' lifecycles. You will advise senior management on the status of major and non-major IT product and software programs. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Develop, implement, oversee, and maintain adaptive acquisition policies and processes for Coast Guard acquisition programs that ensure effective and efficient acquisition and lifecycle management of major and non-major IT/Software systems, platforms, and services in support of Coast Guard missions. Assist Coast Guard IT/Software acquisition programs through all phases of the acquisition life cycle. Provide clarifications and interpretation of DHS and CG systems acquisition policy and guidance to assist programs and projects with meeting the requirements and supporting programs for CG and DHS program acquisition reviews. Support acquisition governance through oversight, insight, and foresight perform continued analysis of programs' cost, schedule, and performance. Monitor program planning and ensure compliance with major and non-major systems acquisition policies and procedures at each milestone for all programs. Research policies, processes and procedures to improve implementation of IT/Software acquisition programs. Support cybersecurity and program protection implementation within major and non-major IT/Software programs. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Reasonable Accommodation Information Requirements: All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Do NOT include the following types of information in your resume: Social Security Number (SSN) Date of Birth (DOB) Photos of yourself (if included on your resume you will not be considered for this position) Personal information: such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc. Key Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen. Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See www.sss.gov A one-year probationary period may be required. To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. Selected applicant must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation. This position requires a Basic Background clearance. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit. The Office of Personnel management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. USA Hire Assessment: After submitting your application, if an additional assessment is required, you will receive an email invitation. Please note that this assessment must be completed within the 3-day window specified in the email.