Chief Information Officer

Chief Information Officer

Department: Department of Commerce

Location(s): Washington, District of Columbia

Salary Range: $151661 - $228000 Per Year

Job Summary: Serving as CIO and under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer and Director of Administration, the incumbent as the principal adviser to NTIA leadership on all matters concerning the management of information resources and systems, including strategic initiatives that strengthen NTIA's operations and program outcomes through advanced IT solutions.

Major Duties:

• This role is responsible for the oversight of NTIA's information technology infrastructure, ensuring that all technology projects and systems are aligned with the organization's mission and contribute to the improvement and excellence of its services and operational effectiveness. The CIO's primary objective is to enhance NTIA's program delivery by utilizing technology to foster innovation, drive improvements, and ensure the successful execution of agency programs. The CIO responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Leading NTIA in managing information resources efficiently across the bureau's IT portfolio by advocating for cross-organizational program process improvements, ensuring program processes are optimized to fully leverage IT solutions, developing and promoting standards-based IT, enabling cost-efficient and effective use of IT, and adhering to principles of effective IT capital planning and investment control (CPIC). Promoting and shaping an effective strategic and operational IT planning process that integrates the budget process, implements priorities established by NTIA and fully integrates NTIA's and the Department's strategic plans. Developing, issuing, monitoring, and enforcing compliance with policies, guidance, and standards applicable to all IT hardware, software, and telecommunications in NTIA. Supporting Spectrum National Security Systems (SNSS) program modernization initiative by implementing new and modified systems within the NTIA IT infrastructure in coordination and collaboration with the SNSS Program Manager. Advising NTIA leadership, in partnership with other senior managers, to promote innovative technology solutions and facilitate management access to essential information resources for effective decision-making.

Qualifications: Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Professional Technical Qualifications (PTQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit will not be reviewed and will be disqualified. Your resume should be 2 pages or fewer and must not include images or graphics. Your resumes should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Professional Technical Qualifications (PTQs). PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (PTQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. Demonstrated ability to lead the identification, implementation, and evaluation of transformative technology solutions and IT shared services within federal government IT laws, regulations, and policies. Demonstrated experience with IT security and in implementing and overseeing IT budget formulation and execution, IT acquisitions, IT service cost/pricing models, IT project management, and requirements of the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA). EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the technical qualification requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability, and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM-approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP) or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof [e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)] of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete this application, submit any required documents specified in the Required Documents section, and do so by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select and upload your résumé and/or other required documents to be included with your application package. Before submitting your application, you can upload additional documents. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the "Include Personal Information" section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application, which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and uploaded (i.e., resume and other required documents) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail. Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process, at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed, and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages. To view the application form, visit: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12928811

Application Deadline: 2026-05-13