Information Technology (IT) Specialist (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)
Washington, DC
| Employer: | National Highway Traffic Safety Administration |
| Job Type: | Full Time |
Description | |
|
Duties As an Information Technology (IT) Specialist, you will:
The ideal candidate: NHTSA is looking for a highly motivate Information Technology Specialist with extensive cloud engineering and development experience working with high-capacity IT systems, delivering applications following DevSecOps models, configuration management, and development skills. The candidate will be expected to make progressive and continuous knowledge on IT Modernization and cloud-smart approach which keeping abreast with the emerging technologies. Acquiring necessary and relevant IT certifications along with FAC-COR certification will be critical for this position. For private sector candidates, the willingness to learn and acquire certifications will be critical. Requirements Conditions of Employment
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Qualifications To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration. To qualify for the Grade 13, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-12, it must include:
To qualify for the Grade 14, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-13, it must include:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of managing Cloud infrastructure (on prem and cloud) through its lifecycle 2. Knowledge of broad range on emerging technology with robotic process automation integrating AI/ML 3. Knowledge in IT project management. 4. Knowledge in developing program, process improvement, and management plans. 5. Knowledge of communicating in writing and verbally, IT concepts, plans, technical approaches, recommendations, and findings. For all types of consideration, experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. For additional information about applying to Federal positions, please click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e4 All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Additional information The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, FairChanceAct@dot.gov. To learn more, please visit our page at: The Fair Chance to Compete Act | US Department of Transportation This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate. 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. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. | |