IT Specialist (Sysanalysis)

Defense Finance and Accounting Service • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves executing software planning, requirements, risk management, design, development, architecture, modeling, estimation, configuration management, quality, security, and testing using software development methodologies across all lifecycle phases. The role defines and validates the need for proposed new or improved systems through consultation with program officials in customer program organizations. It also conducts detailed analyses of business processes for which systems are being developed and defines information technology solutions and alternatives to enable changes and improvements. The specialist will independently provide formal and/or informal instruction to users regarding complex systems issues, features, etc., develop user manuals or instructions for assigned applications, and provide customer assistance. Additionally, the role requires reviewing technical literature and guidance to maintain knowledge of current, new, and evolving software and systems.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S Citizen
• This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment.
• Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959)
• Suitable for Federal employment
• Candidates must have served 3 months after latest competitive appointment in the Federal service.
• In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series, the position may be subject to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements in 12 months.
• New employees to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• IT-related experience demonstrating the following competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, Problem Solving.
• For GS-11: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-09) in the Federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as: Identifying basic information systems and software design requirements; participating in testing and implementation of an information system; participating in systems and software life cycle development processes.
• For GS-12: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-11) in the Federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as: Identifying and evaluating information systems and software design requirements, operational improvements, systems development projects; consulting with customers to refine functional requirements and develop design specifications; providing technical advice or solution options during the design, testing or implementation of an information system; applying Agile principles in conducting all stages of information systems and software lifecycle development.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants applying for Cleveland may be placed at Bratenahl.
• We may use this announcement to fill other positions in the Information & Technology Directorate.
• This job announcement uses the USA Hire Assessment to evaluate applicants.
• For Reasonable Accommodation Requests, see the How You Will Be Evaluated section.
• Telework availability is limited and will only be provided on a rare case-by-case basis during situations where Agency Leadership has determined that telework serves a compelling DoD need.
• We may use this announcement to make a temporary promotion. For some positions, the temporary promotion may be made permanent without further competition.
• Selections are subject to restrictions resulting from the DoD Program for Stability of Civilian Employment.
• As a condition of employment, you may be required to serve a 1 year probation during which we'll evaluate if continued employment advances public interest.
• We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 120 days of the closing date.
• This position is not covered by a bargaining unit.
• Priority Placement Program (PPP) Military Spouse Preference (MSP) eligible candidates will receive priority consideration at the highest grade level for which they have applied and been determined best qualified up to and including the full performance level.
• Pay for first time hires to the Federal Government will typically be set at step 1 salary range for their respective grade level.
• Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance.
• Security Designation varies dependent upon position and may require a secret clearance or higher.
• Employment requires a background investigation which may delay starting date.
• If selected and cannot obtain a favorable security determination within a reasonable period of time, the employment offer may be withdrawn.
• Individuals are required to obtain/maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position as a condition of employment.
• For more information see the security section of Understanding Vacancy Announcements.
• Criminal History Inquiries- For some positions, criminal history inquiries may not take place before you receive a conditional job offer.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Executes software planning, requirements, risk management, design, development, architecture, modeling, estimation, configuration management, quality, security, and testing using software development methodologies across all lifecycle phases.
• Defines and validates the need for proposed new or improved systems through consultation with program officials in customer program organizations.
• Conducts detailed analyses of business processes for which systems are being developed and defines information technology solutions and alternatives to enable changes and improvements.
• Independently provides formal and/or informal instruction to users regarding complex systems issues, features, etc.
• Develops user manuals or instructions for assigned applications.
• Provides customer assistance and reviews technical literature and guidance to maintain knowledge of current, new, and evolving software and systems.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree