Information Technology Specialist (APPSW)

This position is being filled under Direct-Hire Auth (Certain DoD Personnel), PL 118-31, Sec 1250B(i)(2), 12/22/2023 Position is a DoD Cyber Excepted Service (CES) personnel system position in the Excepted Service under 10 U.S.C. 1599f. This position is part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The incumbent is responsible for leading the development and sustainment of computer applications, supporting the full scope software development of activities.

**Qualifications:**
You may qualify at the GG- 12/13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the 11 grade level in the Federal service: Knowledge of software, agile principles, DevSecOps, cloud to modernize legacy joint training applications and develop assigned joint training software applications. Joint Training software applications enable Combatant Command and Military Service joint training at the point of need, exercise globally integrated operations, and build Joint Force Readiness Knowledge of automated system development and design to develop, acquire, implement, and manage the life cycle of automated information systems to satisfy operational requirements Familiarity with DoW policies and standards related to automated system design, development and management; Ability to understand and support technical review of modern complex computer programs using modern programming languages such as HTML5, Java, C#, Python, Ruby, GO, Rust, Service Oriented Architectures, and advanced data integration and report generator software Knowledge and skill in monitoring a contracted development effort including the ability to critically evaluate and assess contractor performance to ensure effective and proper solutions B. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the 12 grade level in the Federal service: Applying systems application software concepts and factors such as structured design, supportability, survivability, reliability, scalability, and maintainability sufficient to ensure that applications are optimized for state-of-the-art technology and functionality and provide advice and guidance to management Knowledge and experience in modern software development practices such as Agile, DevSecOps, cloud-native development, and user-centered design Understanding automated system development and design to develop, acquire, implement, and manage the life cycle of automated information systems to satisfy operational requirements Understanding state-of-the-art advances in information systems technology to include operating systems, software, system hardware and telecommunications to translate functional specifications into technical requirements, e.g., inform requirement generation from stated user needs; 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.