Supervisory IT Specialist (PLCYPLN)

Defense Media Activity • Fort Meade, MD

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About The Position

This position is part of the Department of War, War Media Activity (WMA). The incumbent develops, implements, and ensures compliance with plans, policies, standards, infrastructures, and architectures that establish the framework for managing IT programs supporting the organization’s academic mission. The role is a GS-2210-14 supervisory position and is being filled under the Department of Defense Direct Hire Authority expansion memorandum.

The incumbent supervises IT professionals and manages a hybrid workforce of federal employees and contractors. The position leads IT policy and strategic planning, assesses emerging technologies and directives to guide modernization and investment planning, and directs complex, large-scale IT projects. Cybersecurity principles and DoD Risk Management Framework requirements must be integrated throughout IT projects and system lifecycles. The incumbent also advises senior executive leadership on IT investments, enterprise architecture, risks, and recommendations.

The position is full-time, with a set schedule and occasional travel. Overtime may be required occasionally. It is situational telework eligible and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance, pass pre-employment and periodic drug testing, and meet applicable federal employment conditions. A career with the U.S. government offers a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position eligibility and are not detailed in the posting.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service, including leading IT policy development, strategic planning, and enterprise architecture initiatives.
• Experience evaluating the impact of emerging technologies, legislative mandates, and higher-headquarters directives on current and future IT infrastructure.
• Experience advising senior leadership on complex IT matters, including budget planning, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Experience directing large-scale, cross-functional IT projects and system implementations while ensuring cybersecurity compliance, such as Risk Management Framework compliance.
• Supervisory experience that includes assigning work, evaluating performance, managing hybrid workforce elements, and fostering team development in an enterprise IT environment.
• IT-related experience demonstrating attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem-solving competencies.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and periodic testing thereafter.
• Must meet applicable DoD Directive 8140.03 requirements for the duties of the position.
• Must meet applicable eligibility criteria by the announcement closing date.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service or exempt.
• Must successfully complete a probationary period if required.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering; alternatively, an approved cyber-related training course in the DoD 8140 Training Repository or an approved certification listed in the DoD 8140 Foundational Qualification Matrix Certification Index.

Responsibilities

• Exercise full supervisory and administrative control over subordinate IT staff, including assigning and reviewing work, evaluating performance, resolving grievances, identifying training needs, and managing a hybrid federal employee and contractor workforce.
• Formulate, develop, and implement IT policies, strategic plans, and standard operating procedures aligned with the Defense Information School’s academic and organizational missions.
• Assess forecast technology changes, emerging industry trends, and higher-headquarters DoD directives to develop long-range IT investment plans and modernize enterprise infrastructure.
• Direct the planning, execution, and oversight of complex, large-scale IT projects and system implementations to ensure timely, budget-conscious delivery and strategic mission alignment.
• Integrate cybersecurity principles and DoD Risk Management Framework requirements into IT projects, system lifecycles, and directorate policies from inception through deployment.
• Advise senior executive leadership and present data-driven recommendations, risk assessments, and business cases concerning IT investments and enterprise architecture changes.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package available to eligible employees and their families; specific benefits are not detailed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

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