IT PROGRAM MANAGER (DATAMGT)

This position is in the Cyber Excepted Service (CES) under 10 USC 1599f and does not convey eligibility for conversion to the Competitive Service. It is a mission-critical role supporting US Cyber Command, classified as Supervision/Management at the Expert Work Level within the CES Occupational Structure, located in the DISA - OC.

Responsibilities

• Supports the establishment and enforcement of data-related strategies, policies, standards, processes, and governance.
• Provides technical guidance and recommendations associated with data management, technology, and AI/ML policy to leadership and staff.
• Leads the integration of data from multiple sources to create actionable products and inform decision-making.
• Coordinates and executes an iterative strategy for scaling an organization from initial data efforts to mature data integration and utilization.
• Establishes data quality and security standards in coordination with IT and cybersecurity teams to lead risk management and governance efforts.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• This national security position requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
• In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series, the position requires completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and Residential Qualification requirements in 12 months.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must meet the following requirements:

• Attention to Detail: Experience reviewing information technology-related work or data and being asked by others to review their work to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards.
• Customer Service: Experience maintaining relationships with customers, assessing current information technology needs, and developing or identifying tailored products and services.
• Oral Communication: Experience briefing mid-level management and IT staff on system status, projects, or daily operations, including communicating technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Problem Solving: Experience identifying alternatives to address complex information-related issues by gathering and applying information from multiple sources.

Qualifying Experience: At the GG-15 level, your resume must describe at least one year of experience demonstrating the following competencies:

• Developing or implementing data-related strategies, policies, or governance; or
• Providing technical guidance on data management, technology, or artificial intelligence policy; or
• Leading efforts to integrate data from multiple sources to develop actionable products.

Candidates must describe how they meet the qualifying experience within the body of their resume. All qualifications must be met within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement.

There is no substitution of education for the qualifying experience at the GG-15 grade level.

Additional Information

• This position is in the Excepted Service and does not convey eligibility for conversion to the Competitive Service.
• If you are a current Federal Career/Career-Conditional employee, you will be placed on an Excepted appointment.
• A three-year trial period may be required if you have not previously completed one in the excepted or competitive service.
• This position is subject to a one-year probationary period for assignment to a supervisory position.
• You may be required to serve a three-year probationary period, during which your fitness and public interest alignment will be evaluated.
• Telework availability is mission-dependent and subject to supervisory determination.
• This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.
• Moving costs may be paid, subject to taxable reimbursements under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.
• Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives may be authorized.
• This position is designated as "Mission Essential," requiring reporting to work or relocation within the U.S. during local/national emergencies.
• You may be subject to recall or call-back during off-shift hours, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, if required by upper management.
• Priority Placement Program (PPP) and Military Spouse Preference (MSP) eligible candidates will receive priority consideration at the highest applicable grade level.
• Veterans' Preference will be applied to preference-eligible candidates in accordance with DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 3005.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position and may include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plans and savings options
• Paid leave, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Flexible work schedules and telework options
• Life insurance and long-term care insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities