Information Technology Specialist (SI)

Department of State Headquarters•Washington, DC

About The Position

Located in the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Executive Director, Office of Information Technology, Enterprise Data Analytics (OIG/EX/IT/EDA), this position serves as a senior technical expert in Super Intelligence (SI), advanced analytics, and data science. It provides technical leadership, research, design, and implementation of AI and data-driven solutions to advance OIG programs, oversight activities, and mission outcomes. The position leads the development, evaluation, and implementation of SI and machine learning models, including capabilities for anomaly detection, risk scoring, predictive analytics, and automation of audit, evaluation, and investigative workflows. It designs and implements advanced statistical analyses, machine learning pipelines, and data models to support evidence-based decision-making. The position also advises OIG leadership on SI, automation, cloud computing, modern IT architectures, and digital innovation, and recommends standards for SI model lifecycle management, data engineering practices, and technology modernization. The role requires U.S. citizenship, successful completion of E-Verify, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance. The incumbent is subject to random drug testing. If eligible, situational telework may be permitted with supervisory approval.

Requirements

  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
  • Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
  • For the GS-15 level, must have IT-related experience demonstrating attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem-solving competencies.
  • Must have at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level in Federal service.
  • Specialized experience must include advising senior leadership on integrating emerging technology solutions, enterprise architectures, and cybersecurity alignment.
  • Specialized experience must include designing and implementing complex SI/machine learning models, enterprise-scale data solutions, and analytical capabilities.
  • Specialized experience must include applying Federal IT requirements, including NIST standards, FISMA, OMB policy, Agile/DevSecOps frameworks, and data governance principles.
  • Specialized experience must include resolving complex technical challenges involving unstructured problems and evolving technologies.
  • Qualifying experience must be IT-related and may include paid or unpaid experience and, as appropriate, completion of specific, intensive training such as IT certification.
  • There is no education substitution for specialized experience at the GS-15 level.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development, evaluation, and implementation of SI and machine learning models to improve OIG oversight capabilities.
  • Develop capabilities for anomaly detection, risk scoring, predictive analytics, and automation of audit, evaluation, and investigative workflows.
  • Design and implement advanced statistical analyses, machine learning pipelines, and data models to support evidence-based decision-making.
  • Serve as a senior technical advisor to OIG leadership on SI, automation, cloud computing, modern IT architectures, and digital innovation trends.
  • Recommend standards for SI model lifecycle management, data engineering practices, and technology modernization.

Benefits

  • Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
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