Summary

This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration, in Operational Monitoring, Analysis, and Process (JOM), Operational Services (JO), Information Technology (J).

A successful candidate in the Management & Program Analyst position will serve as the technical lead, lead program analyst and data management analyst responsible for analytical and evaluative processes related to Transmission Technology Operations Program Support within Operational Technology (OT) Control Centers.

Duties

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As a Management & Program Analyst, you will:

• Serve as a subject matter and functional expert and technical lead in the formulation of the strategy and operational requirements for the development of automated information processes to support Operational Technology (OT) Control Center Operations.
• Coordinate the OT General Support System (GSS) structure and functional teams and facilitate developing program strategies to link with the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) based accreditation GSS structure.
• Serves as the senior analyst and technical lead and expert responsible for control center support program execution and overseeing administrative analytical, dashboard reporting, Power BI and evaluative work related to the planning, design, and implementation of new and improved automated information processes to meet the business requirements of OT.
• Coordinate and collaborates with other subject matter experts in the organization to ensure the automated information systems respond to current and future needs throughout the various OT organizational levels.
• Advise BPA management in implementing and integration of electronic reporting and customer interfaces for OT supported services.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire. Answer to these questions is not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration.

When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically. You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully.

Key Requirements:

• You must be a United States Citizen.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements.
• You will be required to report in person to the official duty location.

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level [GS-12] in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: 1) analyzing technical requirements and user issues to design, adapt, and test systems supporting Operational Technologies including (but not limited to) identity or privilege management functions; 2) monitoring changing strategic initiatives and requirements and recommending least cost automation solutions to meet strategic objectives; 3) interpreting regulations, drafting, and reviewing procedures to support compliance with federal or industry standards (such as NERC CIP, NIST, or FISMA), including coordinating cyber, physical, or logical access request programs; and 4) leading cross-functional initiatives to identify, diagnose, resolve complex software, systems, and compliance-related process issues.

"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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.

Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration.

CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.

Additional information

• This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE

Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.

BPA strives to ensure a safe and positive work environment.

We also understand the importance of work/life balance and offer a variety of programs and policies designed to create more flexible, responsive work environments supportive of commitments to community, home and family members. BPA also supports employees' overall wellness through its Be Well program, which helps employees adopt healthier lifestyles and feel better about their work/life balance. The program supports five key areas of life: career, community, financial, physical and social.

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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.

Benefits

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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 windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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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.