Information Technology Specialist (SYSANALYSIS) in United States

Summary Location of position: General Service Administration (GSA), Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), Office of Information Technology Category (ITC), Cloud and Software Division, Virtual. Management is hiring at the GS-11 grade level Only. There will be non-competitive promotion potential to full performance grade level GS-12. We are currently filling two vacancies, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed. Responsibilities As a Information Technology Specialist (SYSANALYSIS), you will receive tailored instruction, guidance, training, and supervision designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary for successful performance at the full performance level, GS-12 and: Assisting with planning, developing, coordinating and performing market research, from a technological perspective, on a wide range of Information technology products, services and solutions to support program managers in making effective decisions in determining appropriate IT product offerings and services. Providing input on submissions, statements of work, solicitations, and proposals to determine if ITC’s offerings can meet the customers’ technological requirements. Performing scope analysis for ITC contract offerings and provides technical analysis for ITC contracting officers and other agencies’ contracting officers. Providing program and resource management support on assigned information technology projects and procurements relating to the management and delivery of IT solutions and services to government customers worldwide. Requirements Conditions of Employment US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date Meet time-in-grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicable Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959 If selected, you must meet the following conditions: Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non­Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Serve a one year probationary period, if required. Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 1 investigation level). Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security’s e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment. Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position Qualifications For each job on your resume, provide: the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year) number of hours per week you worked (if part time). If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume. For a brief video on creating a Federal resume, click here. The GS-11 salary will be determined based upon duty location after selection. If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected. Applicants applying for the GS-11 grade level must meet the following requirements: Have IT-related experience demonstrating EACH of the four competencies AND one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in the Federal service as described below: IT SPECIALIST COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS: Attention to Detail – This skill is generally demonstrated by assignments where the applicant monitors, maintains, or updates data, records, or other information. Customer Service – This skill is generally demonstrated by assignments where the applicant provides technical advice or assistance to others. Oral Communication – This skill is generally demonstrated by assignments where the applicant initiates and maintains contacts with individuals outside the organization. Problem Solving – This skill is generally demonstrated by assignments where the applicant makes improvements, solves problems, or takes corrective action when problems arise. To qualify, applicants must demonstrate that they meet either the educational or experience requirements listed in A or B below: A. A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree with a major study in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks. OR B. Specialized experience is experience reviewing information technology programs in order to provide services and advise an organization’s internal and external customers. This experience must include: Documenting internal or external customers IT processes or requirements; Researching IT guidance, policy, standards, and technology solutions available in the marketplace; Gathering materials in support of awarding new or monitoring the performance of existing IT contracts; Participating in IT projects. Education Note: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/ Additional Information Bargaining Unit Status – This position is eligible for the bargaining unit Criminal History Inquiries – Not allowed before offer If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA’s webpage. Promotion Policy If you are selected at a grade lower than the full performance level, you may be promoted up to that grade level without having to re-apply or compete against other applicants. Relocation Not Paid Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility. Recruitment/Relocation Incentive On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved: · Recruitment incentive if you are new to the federal government · Relocation incentive if you are a current federal employee · Credit toward vacation leave if you are new to the federal government Management Rights Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all. Diversity GSA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility that goes beyond our compliance with EEO regulations including: Valuing and embracing diversity, promoting equity, inclusion and accessibility, and expecting cultural competence; and Fostering a work environment where all employees, customers and stakeholders feel respected and valued. Our commitment is: Reflected in our policies, procedures and work environment; Recognized by our employees, customers and stakeholders; and Drives our efforts to recruit, attract, retain and engage the diverse workforce needed to achieve our mission.