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Defense Information Systems Agency

$80K — $100K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of relevant project management experience
  • Demonstrated ability in planning and evaluating program effectiveness
  • Experience managing contractors and contract performance
  • Understanding of contract actions and invoicing processes
  • Strong communication skills, particularly in presenting technical concepts

Responsibilities

  • Develop project plans and resource assessments to meet objectives
  • Audit and maintain data within corporate databases
  • Act as the government liaison with contractors on contract matters
  • Monitor program status and report to management
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of assigned programs

Benefits

  • Comprehensive federal employee benefits package
  • Access to a range of family benefits
  • Eligibility for relocation incentives
  • Potential coverage of moving costs
  • Commitment to improving government efficiency and upholding the Constitution
Full Job Description
Summary

This position is being recruited under 10 USC 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service. It has been identified as a position necessary to carry out and support the mission of the US Cyber Command.

It is in the PROFESSIONAL Work Category at the Full Performance Work Level within the CES Occupational Structure. It is located in the DISA - DBC/SERVICES DEVELOPMENT DIRECTORATE.

Duties

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  • Develops project plans, resource expenditures, and risk assessment data in order to assess the project's ability to meet stated and desired objectives from both a program and an agency-wide perspective.
  • Maintains, updates, and audits data in related contract and other corporate databases.
  • Serves as the government representative to contractor personnel on subjects related to overall contract management, contract fee management, and contractor manpower utilization.
  • Monitors program status and provides status information to higher management as requested.
  • Planning, analyzing, and/or evaluating the effectiveness of assigned programs.


Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
  • This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
  • In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series, the position is subject to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements overall in 12 months.
  • OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report required within 30 days of appointment pursuant to 5 CFR 2634.903(b) (DoD 5500.7)


Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, you must meet the requirements described below.

Qualifying Experience:

To qualify at the GG-12, your resume must describe at least one year of experience that demonstrates the competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Experience refers to any paid or unpaid experience, including volunteer work and Military service, that would be considered equivalent to work normally performed at the next lower grade level in the federal service. For this position, qualifying experience is defined as:

Experience such as: planning, scheduling, and conducting projects and studies, sufficient to evaluate and recommend ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of work operations in a program OR organizing, presenting, and discussing concepts and technical issues OR COR responsibilities and limitations, pertaining to but not limited to: contract actions, invoicing, and contractor performance reporting.

Candidates must describe how they meet the qualifying experience and/or selective placement factor(s) within the body of their resume. All qualifications must be met within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement.

Education

There is no substitution of education for thequalifying experienceat the GG-12 grade level.

Additional information

  • A three year trial period may be required if you have not previously completed a trial or probationary period in the excepted or competitive service.
  • Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination
  • Individuals tentatively selected for drug testing designated positions at the Defense Information Systems Agency will be required to submit to urinalysis for illegal drugs prior to appointment or placement.
  • This is a covered position and the person selected for this position must complete an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment pursuant to 5 CFR 2634.903(b) (DoD 5500.7).
  • We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.
  • Moving costs MAY be paid.
  • Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives MAY be authorized.
  • This position is covered under DoD Manual 8140 which will be subject to future Cyber Workforce requirements as defined by the Manual.
  • The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants issued March 18, 2004 will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants. It applies to former Federal civilian employees receiving a retirement annuity from the Civil Service Retirement and Disability Fund that are hired within the DoD on or after November 24, 2003. The policy also applies to annuitants (appointed in DoD on/or after November 24, 2003) who move from one position to another within DoD through voluntary reassignment, promotion, change to lower grade or transfer between military departments. Please see this policy here.
  • Because this position is in the Cyber Excepted Service, Veterans' Preference will be applied to preference eligible candidates, as defined by Section 2108 of the Title 5 U.S.C. in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 3005, "CES Employment and Placement." If you are a veteran claiming veteran's preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package.
  • For more information on the Cyber Excepted Service Personnel System, click here.
  • For more information on veterans' preference, click here.
  • For more information regarding qualifications requirements, click here.
  • All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance.
  • If selected, the authorized rate of pay may exceed the stated maximum salary rate range under certain circumstances.


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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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