Information Technology Specialist (APPSW)

Information Technology Specialist (APPSW)

Department: Department of Defense

Location(s): Suffolk, Virginia

Salary Range: $103225 - $157818 Per Year

Job Summary: This position is being filled under Direct-Hire Auth (Certain DoD Personnel), PL 118-31, Sec 1250B(i)(2), 12/22/2023 Position is a DoD Cyber Excepted Service (CES) personnel system position in the Excepted Service under 10 U.S.C. 1599f. This position is part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The incumbent is responsible for leading the development and sustainment of computer applications, supporting the full scope software development of activities.

Major Duties:

• As a Information Technology Specialist (APPSW) at the GG-2210-12/13 some of your typical work assignments may include: GG-12 Duties: Acts as a subject matter expert on agile principles, DevSecOps, and cloud technologies, performing feasibility studies on new proposals and system modifications. This duty involves identifying and promoting innovative technologies and process improvements to solve complex problems. Manages and provides oversight for software development projects, monitoring contractor performance to ensure deliverables are timely, technically sound, and compliant with Department of War (DoW) guidelines. Serves as a technical point of contact, interfacing with DoW entities, Combatant Commands, and other agencies to resolve issues. Oversees the entire software development lifecycle, from initiation to deployment, while guiding and prioritizing the work of contractors. This includes defining requirements, conducting technical reviews of software design and code, and ensuring that functional needs are effectively translated into application capabilities for the Global Joint Training Infrastructure (GJTI). GG-13 Duties: Serves as a subject matter expert on modern software development practices such as agile, DevSecOps, and cloud technologies. This responsibility includes performing feasibility studies for new features, analyzing design alternatives, and identifying innovative technologies and processes to continuously improve and advance the capabilities of the Joint Training Tool (JTT). Collaborates with a broad user community across the DoW to translate their functional needs into precise technical software requirements. A critical part of this duty is to coordinate, monitor, and participate in extensive technical testing-including unit, system, security, and performance testing-to validate contractor deliverables and ensure all interface requirements are met. Manages the entire software development lifecycle, from initial concept to final deployment. This includes defining application requirements, reviewing contractor-produced software designs and code, and guiding development efforts on key strategic initiatives like AI integration, cloud migration, and the creation of a new enterprise-level API. Acts as a Project Manager providing oversight for software development performed by contractors. This role involves monitoring project plans and contractor performance, ensuring solutions are compliant with DoW regulations, and serving as the technical point of contact for a wide range of stakeholders, including Combatant Commands, Military Services, and other government agencies.

Qualifications: You may qualify at the GG- 12/13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the 11 grade level in the Federal service: Knowledge of software, agile principles, DevSecOps, cloud to modernize legacy joint training applications and develop assigned joint training software applications. Joint Training software applications enable Combatant Command and Military Service joint training at the point of need, exercise globally integrated operations, and build Joint Force Readiness Knowledge of automated system development and design to develop, acquire, implement, and manage the life cycle of automated information systems to satisfy operational requirements Familiarity with DoW policies and standards related to automated system design, development and management; Ability to understand and support technical review of modern complex computer programs using modern programming languages such as HTML5, Java, C#, Python, Ruby, GO, Rust, Service Oriented Architectures, and advanced data integration and report generator software Knowledge and skill in monitoring a contracted development effort including the ability to critically evaluate and assess contractor performance to ensure effective and proper solutions B. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the 12 grade level in the Federal service: Applying systems application software concepts and factors such as structured design, supportability, survivability, reliability, scalability, and maintainability sufficient to ensure that applications are optimized for state-of-the-art technology and functionality and provide advice and guidance to management Knowledge and experience in modern software development practices such as Agile, DevSecOps, cloud-native development, and user-centered design Understanding automated system development and design to develop, acquire, implement, and manage the life cycle of automated information systems to satisfy operational requirements Understanding state-of-the-art advances in information systems technology to include operating systems, software, system hardware and telecommunications to translate functional specifications into technical requirements, e.g., inform requirement generation from stated user needs; Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. NOTE: Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. If you are required to complete any USA Hire Assessments, you will be notified after submitting your application. The notification will be provided in your application submission screen and via email. The notification will include your unique assessment access link to the USA Hire system and the completion deadline. Additionally, in USAJOBS you can click "Track this application" to return to your assessment completion notice. Access USA Hire using your unique assessment link. Access is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials. Review all instructions prior to beginning your assessments. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation before beginning the assessments should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended. Set aside at least 3 hours to take the USA Hire Assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. If you need to stop the assessments and continue later, you can re-use your unique assessment link. Your responses to the USA Hire Assessments will be reused for one year (in most cases) from the date you complete an assessment. If future applications you submit require completion of the same assessments, your responses will be automatically reused. Visit the USA Hire Applicant Resource Center for practice assessments and assessment preparation resources at https://support-usahire.opm.gov/hc/en-us. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To preview the questionnaire, please go to https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12908269. Please review the General Application Information and Definitions at: https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d

Application Deadline: 2026-03-22