Senior Information Technology Specialist (ENTARCH)

Summary

This position is located in Division of Service Delivery and Operations. The supervisor is Matthew Picard. This position is subject to Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting requirements. This position is not subject to security ownership restriction reporting requirements.

Duties

The successful candidate will perform the full range of a Senior IT Specialist (Enterprise Cloud Architect) for the Division of Service Delivery and Operations(SDOD), Network, Cloud & Infrastructure Operations (NCIO) Branch.Such duties include but are not limited to: Lead the development, implementation, and oversight of enterprise cloud strategies, policies, and roadmaps that support organizational mission and business objectives. Provide expert technical guidance and consultation to leadership, stakeholders, and project teams on cloud technologies, architecture, modernization initiatives, and emerging technology solutions. Evaluate cloud computing offerings and recommend infrastructure, platform, and software solutions to support enterprise business and operational requirements. Develop and oversee strategic plans for migration of information technology systems and services to cloud-based environments while ensuring security, efficiency, and compliance with applicable standards. Monitor enterprise technology initiatives and identify opportunities to improve business processes, enhance operational effectiveness, and optimize technology investments through cloud adoption. Conduct research and assessments of emerging technologies, evaluate technical feasibility, and develop recommendations for adoption of innovative solutions and best practices. Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to develop enterprise technology standards, governance processes, and architectural guidance for cloud services and related technologies. Coordinate with cybersecurity, networking, identity management, release management, and other service teams to ensure technology solutions are properly integrated, documented, and approved. Manage and support technology programs and projects throughout the project lifecycle, including planning, implementation, performance monitoring, risk management, and stakeholder communications. Analyze business and technical requirements and translate them into cloud architecture solutions that align with organizational goals and operational needs. Serve as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) or project lead for technology-related contracts; develop statements of work, evaluate contractor performance deliverables, and oversee contract execution. Provide technical expertise in support of budget planning, acquisition strategies, procurement activities, feasibility studies, cost-benefit analyses, and evaluation criteria for technology investments. Interpret and implement Federal information technology regulations, directives, policies, standards, and procedures, ensuring compliance with agency and government-wide requirements Represent the organization at government, industry, and professional forums, conferences, and working groups to promote collaboration and maintain awareness of evolving technologies and industry trends. Prepare reports, briefings, white papers, presentations, and recommendations for senior leadership regarding cloud strategy, technology modernization, and enterprise architecture initiatives

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as: experience leading enterprise cloud architecture strategy, evaluating cloud solutions for feasibility and applicability, providing technical direction, advising senior management, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to accomplish mission and modernization objectives; and, supporting planning, implementation, and governance of cloud services in a Federal environment Individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. A description of how you possess the specialized experience must be addressed in your resume. PLEASE BE CLEAR AND CONCISE. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

Education

There are no education requirements for this position.

Requirements

You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position. All information in your resume must be true and accurate. Conditions of Employment: U.S. Citizenship Required This is a Drug Testing position Must be able to meet and maintain security & suitability requirements. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.