IT Program Manager (Plcypln)

U.S. Northern Command • Peterson AFB, CO

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About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to ensure assigned portfolios of NORAD and USNORTHCOM Cyber, C4, and IT capabilities are effectively managed and aligned with the Commands’ objectives. The incumbent manages operational components, policies, processes, equipment, and planned initiatives, including IT portfolio management and evaluation of IT investments.

The position manages the Information Sharing portfolio of investments for NORAD and USNORTHCOM and oversees the operation and execution of the IT portfolio organization. The incumbent directs a chartered team of internal and external stakeholders, considers DoD CIO, DISA, and Joint Staff J6 initiatives for cyberspace evolution and modernization, and works with service managers and system program managers to develop integrated system transition strategies that are supportable within existing infrastructure.

The incumbent conducts business process analysis to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of information-sharing communications and IT processes and services. The role also represents the NORAD-USNORTHCOM Cyber Operations Directorate at installation, functional-area, DoD-wide, national-level, and multi-command technical meetings, working groups, boards, and conferences.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Applicants must meet the OPM qualification standards for the GS-2210 Information Technology Management series.
• At least one year of specialized experience at the GS-12 level or equivalent is required, including experience applying C4 systems and associated IT policies, principles, concepts, methods, and practices to develop or interpret IT and information resources management policies, procedures, and strategies and provide expert advice on IT governance and portfolio management.
• Specialized experience must demonstrate Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving competencies.
• Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable federal time-in-grade requirements; one year at GS-12 is required for GS-13 consideration where TIG applies.
• Must obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• Must meet Cyberspace Workforce qualification requirements, achieving foundational qualification within 9 months and resident qualification within 12 months, in accordance with DoDM 8140.03.
• Must sign an acknowledgment that the position is a Test Designated Position under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• May be required to work overtime.
• May be required to serve a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period, depending on appointment type.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
• Applicants should demonstrate knowledge of information-sharing concepts and capabilities, including data centers, core computing and network infrastructures, unified capabilities, and end-user/desktop computing.
• Applicants should demonstrate knowledge of IT, information resources management, and/or program management; policy, plans, and procedures; IT portfolio management; IT policies and procedures; systems life-cycle processes and communications technology trends; business process analysis and IT best-practice frameworks; and the Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution system.
• Applicants should be able to speak and write effectively about complex technical issues, give briefings, chair meetings, lead task forces, and prepare reports for General Officer/SES-level audiences.
• Part-time and unpaid experience may be credited when duties, responsibilities, and hours per week are clearly identified.

Responsibilities

• Manage NORAD and USNORTHCOM Information Sharing portfolio investments.
• Oversee the operation and execution of the IT portfolio organization.
• Direct a chartered team of stakeholders within and outside the NORAD and USNORTHCOM Directorate of Cyberspace Operations, considering DoD CIO, DISA, and Joint Staff J6 cyberspace evolution and modernization initiatives.
• Work with service managers and system program managers to develop integrated system transition strategies that ensure supportability within existing infrastructure.
• Conduct business process analysis to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of information-sharing communications and IT processes and services.
• Represent the NORAD-USNORTHCOM Cyber Operations Directorate to installation and functional-area organizations and at DoD-wide, national-level, and multi-command technical meetings, working groups, boards, and conferences.
• Perform other duties in support of extended mission requirements, which may include battle staff augmentation, escort duties, and ID checks.

Benefits

• A federal employee benefits package is available to the employee and family; specific benefits depend on the position and eligibility.
• PCS relocation expenses may be paid if authorized.
• Recruitment incentive may be authorized.
• Relocation incentive may be authorized.
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request.
• Disabled veteran leave may be available to eligible federal employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed