IT Specialist (Plcypln)

The incumbent will serve as a senior Information Technology (IT) Specialist (Policy and Planning), and report to the Information Technology Policy and Review Office (ITPRO) Director. The incumbent will lead and perform major Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) policy-related activities including Section 508 oversight, legislative review and evaluation, and oversight of special projects requested by the ITPRO Director, OCIO Deputy Director or NIH Chief Information Officer (CIO).

Advise and consult senior leadership on new or revised federal policy, standards, guidance, regulations (including information security policy) and federal mandates that have significant impact on the NIH mission, IT operations, and management.

Lead the NIH Section 508 Program, and provides direction on critical activities related to ensuring Section 508 compliance and the accessibility of IT resources.

Exercise responsibility for researching, monitoring, analyzing, and tracking new or pending federal legislation that has a potential impact on current NIH IT activities (e.g., IT workforce development, privacy, IT security, IT acquisitions, etc.).

Oversee a variety of IT-related projects, studies, assessments, activities, and analyses to effectively manage NIH IT resources and investments.

Provide management support to senior leadership on activities focused on effectively managing and protecting IT resources and systems to support the achievement of Health and Human Services (HHS) and NIH IT goals.

You qualify at the GS-14 level, if you meet the following qualification requirements:

Have at least one (1) year of IT related experience demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience obtained in either the private or public sector, and/or completion of specific, intensive training that demonstrates that you possess each of the following four competencies:

• 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.

AND

You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: planning and managing IT investments, including reviewing business cases, supporting investment review boards, and ensuring alignment with agency goals, and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance; Developing, evaluating or maintaining IT policies, plans or directives that govern information technology programs or systems across an organization; Analyzing IT requirements and translating them into enterprise-level policy frameworks, strategic plans or governance documents; Advising senior leadership or stakeholders on the implications of IT policy changes, emerging technologies or regulatory/compliance requirements (e.g. FISMA, OMB circulars, NIST standards); and Leading or coordinating cross-functional IT policy and governance initiatives, including drafting formal policy documentation and obtaining organizational concurrence.

You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.

Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer.

Preview application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13057028

Conditions of employment:
U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.

Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.

Applicants must meet all qualifications requirements within thirty (30) calendar days of the closing date of this announcement, including time in grade.

Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.

The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers.

The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.

Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Based on your appointment, a one or two-year trial/probationary period may be required. A decision regarding your continued employment with NIH will be made as you near the end of this period.

If selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 450.