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CAREER FIELD
DEFINITION
DIA’s globally distributed national security mission requires the highest
performing computing capabilities possible to enable mission success.
Information Technology Officers assigned to the Defense Intelligence Agency
make this possible. Powerful applications, protected networks, and resilient
infrastructures require high performing entry level professionals who thrive
on teamwork, possess the aptitude to push technical boundaries, embrace
technological change, and who know that the computing profession is their
calling. The Defense Intelligence Agency is recruiting entry-level computer
scientists, software engineers, system engineers, cyber engineers,
information assurance specialists, data scientists, network engineers,
technology business and finance specialists, and analytics specialists who
will ensure our nation, our policymakers, and our warfighters have no peer.
As a member of the Defense Intelligence Agency, you will have the opportunity
to experience unmatched exposure to both government and commercial
technologies coupled with world class training. Once selected, you will be
assigned to one of the designated career fields and be encouraged to broaden
your professional breadth across multiple career fields and specialties.
PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE CONTENT OF THIS
ANNOUNCEMENT.
CONTACT INFORMATION
This announcement will close at midnight (EST) on Friday, April 13,
2018. All applicants must apply online for this event in order to
receive consideration. If you need technical assistance with your application,
please contact our support center at (202) 231-8000.
WHO CAN APPLY
This announcement is for external applicants (non DIA employees) only.
DIA employees on a temporary/term appointment, military, and contractor
personnel are eligible to apply if qualified for the positions. Current
DIA student interns need not apply.
This is a DIA Invitation-Only Hiring Event that will take place in June 2018
in Maryland. DIA officials will be on location to interview applicants
who possess the required and relevant Career Field skills and background for
employment at DIA. Applicants selected for interviews will be contacted
via email in May 2018 to schedule an interview. Specific details on the
location and date of the event will be provided within the email invite.
All applicants must be U.S. citizens at the time of application.
Applicants must meet the agency’s conditions of employment, to include, but
not limited to, satisfactory completion of an initial special background
investigation and periodic reinvestigation, completion of any required
medical examination and physical requirements, completion of any required
personal interviews, favorable completion of any required initial or
aperiodic polygraph examinations, completion of any required drug test,
satisfactory completion of a two-year Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel
System trial period, and completion of a civilian mobility agreement.
DIA does not guarantee any applicant the extension of an official offer of
employment; however, DIA will be screening all employment applicants against
its current and future manpower requirements. Selected applicants will
be considered for the Agency's Hiring Pool. DIA is an Agency with
worldwide positions. Selected candidates must be willing to relocate in
support of mission requirements.
CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES
This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS)
position in the Excepted Service under 10 U.S.C. 1601. Selectee(s) who
are current Federal employees will be appointed to the new position at the
grade in which they qualify for. Those at a higher grade than the
advertised position, will be asked to accept a voluntary change to the lower
grade if selected.
All current and prior Federal employees must also submit a copy of their
SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action that documents their appointment to
or promotion to the highest grade held. Consideration for future
advancement opportunities will be through DIA’s established promotion
processes, according to established timeframes, advancement criteria and
compensation parameters.
POSITION SUMMARY
DIA is currently recruiting for entry-level positions in the Information
Technology (IT) Career Field at multiple locations.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CAREER FIELD
Officers in this Career Field occupy positions where knowledge of Information
Technology principles, concepts, and methods is paramount. Information
Technology officers manage, supervise, lead, administer, design, develop,
deliver, and support information technology systems and services. Information
Technology officers assist in securing information from internal and external
threats while enabling beneficial collaboration within our internal national
security infrastructure.
DIA is currently recruiting for the following Career Specialties within the
IT Career Field:
- Cyber Security
- IT Data Specialist
- IT Engineer
- IT Mission Support
- IT Specialist
Cyber Security Career Specialty:
Officers in this specialty are responsible for a wide range of assignments
and projects relative to information systems and security matters. Develops,
implements, and coordinates activities designed to ensure, protect, and
restore information technology systems, services, and capabilities.
Identifies, defines, and ensures the integration of security into every phase
of computer, network, and telecommunications systems throughout the life
cycle of these systems. Tests and verifies technical safeguards to ensure the
confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data
through analyzing information systems security profiles and related security
programs, policies, procedures, and tools. Monitors and evaluates systems’
compliance with Information Technology security requirements and provides advice
and guidance in implementing Information Technology security policies and
procedures in the development and operation of network systems. Formulates
policies and guidance based on assessment of requirements not addressed in
existing security directives and operations. Develops systems security
contingency plans and reviews/validates disaster recovery procedures.
Conducts risk assessments for effective risk management to inform decision
makers at all levels. Validates and reports security training and/or
awareness, provides IT security customer support, and incident response.
Promotes awareness of security issues among management/workforce and ensures
sound security principles are reflected in the organization’s vision and
goals.
Positions include-
Information Technology Specialist (Information Security)* (Occupational
Series 2210)
Information Technology Data Specialist Career Specialty:
Officers in this specialty design, implement, and maintain relational
database management systems that support applications. Officers also collect,
maintain, manage, interpret, and analyze data received from internal data and
external data sources. Information Technology Data Specialist assignments may
include data management or data scientist. Database Management positions
provide routine technical expertise in the design, implementation and
maintenance of database management systems that support applications. These
positions can support multiple databases that run enterprise-wide
applications accessed throughout the world. Officers in this path may be
responsible for overseeing operations of existing database management
systems, troubleshooting errors, and creating a process plan for all members
of the database development team. Information Technology Data Scientists mine
complex data and provide systems-related advice to spot trends, design new
processes, and build large, complex data sets. Serve as a bridge between
information technology and business by discovering “stories” told by the data
and presenting them to managers and leadership. Test and validate predictive
models. Build web prototypes and perform data visualization. Conduct scalable
data research on and off the cloud. Implement automated processes for
efficiently producing scale models. Design, modify and build new data
processes. Generate algorithms and create computer models. Collaborate with
database engineers. Implement new or enhanced software designed to access and
handle data more efficiently. Determine new ways to improve data, search
quality, and predictive capabilities.
Positions include -
Information Technology Specialist (Data Management)* (Occupational Series
2210)
Computer Scientist* (Occupational Series 1550)
Information Technology Engineer Career Specialty:
Officers in this specialty designs, develop, test, install, configure,
troubleshoot, and maintain computer hardware and software. Information
Technology engineer assignments may include application development and
engineering, cloud computing storage, network, and systems engineering.
Application Engineers are responsible for designing, engineering, and
configuring application architecture and user interfaces to ensure
optimization, monitoring applications and performing maintenance and upgrade
activities to ensure application software integrity and efficiency.
Application Engineers analyze information on emerging technologies and data
on existing applications to determine the impact on existing infrastructure.
Computer science principles are critical to success in this specialty. Cloud
Computing positions translate information technology requirements into robust
and integrated technology solutions. Supports the development required to
design, build, and deploy application solutions. Participates in the design
and implementation of a highly scalable architecture leveraging cloud
computing components and platforms. Leads/supports technology architecture
and cloud infrastructure design, as well as capacity planning activities, and
technology build, test, and deployment activities. Engages and effectively
collaborates with Chief Information Officer and Intelligence Community
stakeholders to drive optimal solutions. Storage Engineers are responsible
for operating, administering, and building storage capabilities and storage
area networks for the enterprise. Understands a wide variety of technologies
and techniques to perform data recovery, data back-up, disaster recovery, and
continuity of operations. Develops and manages on-site and off-site data
storage plans/policies for the purposes of providing data restoration,
availability, and historical archiving across a given network. Network
Engineers are responsible for a full range of network activities that
contribute to the planning, installation, configuration, monitoring,
troubleshooting and repair of enterprise Local Area Network and Wide Area
Network systems for global customer support services. They monitor network
performance and operations, to include the planning, analysis, maintenance,
and management of networked systems providing voice, data, and video. They
may also configure and troubleshoot network and application hardware,
operating system software, and peripheral network equipment. System Engineers
are responsible for a full range of system activities that contribute to the
operation and maintenance of computer systems. They respond to service
outages, analyzing system logs to identify potential issues, and performing
system backups. They also install, support, and maintain servers or other
computer systems. System Engineers design, develop, test and evaluate
computer programs, systems, hardware and related equipment.
Positions include -
Information Technology Specialist (Applications and Software)* (Occupational
Series 2210)
Information Technology Mission Support Career Specialty:
Officers in this specialty perform a wide range of information technology
management activities to include strategic planning, capital planning and
investment control, workforce planning, policy and standards development,
resource management, and knowledge management. Develops and maintains
strategic plans, assess Information Technology policy needs and develop
policies to govern information technology operations. Defines current and
future information technology businesses environments, manage information
technology investment portfolios, establish metrics to measure and evaluate
systems performance and total cost of ownership; identify and address
information technology workforce planning/management issues; conduct audits
of information technology programs. Manages one or more multi-year
information technology initiatives of such magnitude they must be carried out
through multiple related information technology projects. Leads, coordinates,
communicates, integrates, and is accountable for the overall success of the
information technology programs, ensuring alignment with critical Agency
priorities. Responsible for the outcome the organization’s business strategy,
including appropriate strategic, life cycle management and capital
information technology investment plans. Manages projects from design and
development to production. Collaboratively develops the scope of projects.
Defines requirements and plan project lifecycle deployment, as well as define
resources and schedules for project/program implementation. Manages, directs,
and coordinates projects to include definition of system requirements,
development of milestones, development of prototype efforts, system
engineering and integration, and configuration management. Develops schedules
and methods for measuring results. Creates strategies for risk mitigation and
contingency planning while directing and overseeing the project engineering
team.
Positions include -
Information Technology Project Manager* (Occupational Series 2210)
Information Technology Specialist (Acquisition)* (Occupational Series 2210)
Program Analyst (Occupational Series 0343)
Program Manager (Occupational Series 0340)
Information Technology Specialist Career Specialty:
Officers in this specialty plan and develop methods, approaches, and
procedures; provide information and assistance to customers; provide advice
and guidance on a wide range and variety of information technology issues;
interpret information technology policies, standards, and guidelines; conduct
analyses and recommend resolution of issues affecting the specialty area;
ensure optimal use of commercially available products; evaluate proposals for
the acquisition of information technology products or services; and/or
prepare and present reports. Participates in the planning, developing,
implementation, operation, and maintenance of current and future systems.
Serves as technology liaisons, action officers and trusted advisors.
Effectively partners with the customers, developing a deep understanding of
the customer’s mission, strategic vision, and business needs. Provides advice
and assistance to customers on capabilities and constraints of products in
assigned specialty area. Provides customer support to resolve end user
problems. Understands the information technology possibilities and
limitations of the customer and translates mission needs into information
technology solutions. Manages existing systems, troubleshooting recurring
issues, solving problems, and upgrading and debugging systems. Installs Enterprise
applications, adjusting interfaces and security aspects to meet requirements
and functionality. Troubleshoots application problems, applying diagnostic
tools to trace and resolve problems. Analyzes software and hardware
constraints to identify new user requirements. Monitors performance of
systems for assigned functional area. Performs diagnostics on system
operations to identify problems and trends, verify network performance, and
identify potential user requirements. Coordinates with team leader/senior
staff member to develop solutions.
Positions include -
Information Technology Specialist* (Occupational Series 2210)
Information Technology Specialist (Systems Analysis)* (Occupational Series
2210)
Information Technology Specialist (Business Partner)* (Occupational Series
2210)
Information Technology Specialist (Customer Support)* (Occupational Series
2210)
Information Technology Specialist (Systems Administration)* (Occupational
Series 2210)
Information Technology Specialist (Network Services)* (Occupational Series
2210)
Information Technology Specialist (Operating Systems)* (Occupational Series
2210)
Requirement for Information Technology Career Field:
Information Technology Career Field positions must meet a positive education
requirement as identified by the Office of Personnel Management and
Department of Defense Job Requirements reflected in Federal Law. All
academic degrees and coursework must be from accredited or pre-accredited
institutions.
Occupational Series 2210 Information Technology Specialist:
Entry-level requirements for series 2210 positions may be met either through
Education and/or Experience and/or a combination of both. Academic
degrees and coursework must be either undergraduate or graduate and must
include a minimum of 24 semester hours in one, or a combination of the
following: computer science, engineering, information science, information
systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or
technology management.
Occupational Series 2210 Experience Prerequisites:
-Must be Information Technology-related (paid or unpaid);
-May have involved the completion of specific and intensive training (for
example, Information Technology certification);
-Should have equipped the applicant with the particular
competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the
duties of the position and should have been gained in the same or related
field as the work of the position being filled;
-Should have been gained in the Information Technology field or through the
performance of work where the primary concern was Information Technology;
-Should consist of at least one year at a level equivalent to the next lower
GG level; and
-Must have demonstrated each of the following four competencies:
Attention to detail – thorough when performing work and conscientious about
attending to detail;
Customer Service – works with clients and customers to assess their needs,
provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their
expectations, knows about available products and services and is committed to
providing quality products and services;
Oral Communication – effectively expresses information - takes into account
the audience and nature of the information - makes clear and convincing oral
presentations - listens to others - attends to nonverbal cues and
responds appropriately;
Problem Solving – identifies problems – determines accuracy and relevance of
information – uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and
makes appropriate recommendations.
Occupational Series 2210 Specialized Experience:
Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the
particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully
perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work
of the position to be filled.
Occupational Series 1550 Computer Science:
Entry-level series 1550 positions require a bachelor's degree in computer
science or bachelor's degree with 30 semester hours in a combination of
mathematics, statistics, and computer science. At least 15 of the 30 semester
hours must have included any combination of statistics and mathematics that
included differential and integral calculus.
Occupational Series 1550 Evaluation of Education:
Applicants should have sufficient knowledge to understand the fundamental
concepts and techniques of computer science. Courses designed to provide an
introduction to computer science techniques and methodologies, to problems of
system design, and to other specialized fields are acceptable. Courses or
experience in teaching elementary, business, or shop mathematics are not
acceptable.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED
UNCLASSIFIED applications must be received by MIDNIGHT (Eastern Standard
Time) on the closing date of the announcement. DO NOT SUBMIT CLASSIFIED
INFORMATION WITHIN YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION. All qualification
requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
EVALUATION
DIA will evaluate your online application to ensure it demonstrates the
knowledge, skills, abilities, work experience, and any mandatory education,
certification, and/or license requirements, to successfully perform the
duties of the advertised position. Failure to provide clear examples of
claimed experience will preclude further consideration of your
application. Attached résumés will not be reviewed or considered;
therefore, all applicable work experience must be entered into the work
experience section of the online application.
Applicants must have direct applicable experience that demonstrates the
possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies necessary for
immediate success in the position. Qualifying experience may have been
acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate
past experience in the application of the particular competencies/knowledge,
skills, and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the
position at the advertised grade. Such experience is typically in or
directly related to the work of the position to be filled.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
DIA applies Veterans’ Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined
by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in
DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, “DCIPS Employment and Placement.”
If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by section
2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility
with your on line application package.
FOREIGN AREA TOURS OF DUTY ELIGIBILITY
Applicants applying to a foreign area opportunity and who are currently
assigned to a foreign area are ineligible for consideration if selection will
cause them to exceed the time limitation for foreign area service (5
consecutive years) or, conversely the employee will not satisfactorily
complete their period of obligated service within 6 months of the closing
date of this announcement. More than one permanent change of station
move within a 12-month period is not considered to be in the interest of the
government for the purposes of relocation at Government expense.
DUTY AT OTHER LOCATIONS
May be required to perform duty at other operating locations.
DEPLOYMENT/MOBILITY STATEMENT
All DIA employees are subject to world-wide deployment to crisis situations
and are subject to geographic relocation in accordance with agency
guidelines.
SHIFT WORK
Availability for shift work, extended hours, and travel may be required.
RELOCATION COST
Relocation expenses in connection with a permanent change of station may be
authorized in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations and at agency
discretion.
DIA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
DIA employees and applicants for employment are protected by federal laws,
from discrimination on the bases of race, religion, color, sex (including
pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status,
national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic
information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit
based factors. Employees and applicants are also protected against
retaliation. Consistent with federal laws, acts of retaliation against an
employee who engages in a protected activity, whistle blowing, or the
exercise of any appeal or grievance right provided by law, will not be
tolerated.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
The United States Government forbids discrimination regarding any aspect of
employment, including hiring, firing, pay, job assignment, promotions,
training, fringe benefits, layoff, and any other term or condition of
employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy
and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual
orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, retaliation,
parental status, military status, or other non-merit factors. DIA
provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, as
appropriate. Please contact our Human Resources Operations Center
(HROC) at 202-231-4762 or DSN 428-4762 if you need a reasonable accommodation
for any part of the application and hiring process. This announcement
may be used to fill additional vacancies during the next six months.
TELEWORK
Some positions in DIA may be eligible for unclassified telework and/or secure
telework. The telework option allows an employee to perform the duties
of his or her position from an approved worksite other than the
"official" worksite.
DIRECT DEPOSIT
All DIA employees must participate in the DoD Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund
Transfer of Pay (DD/EFT) Program, with net pay deposited directly into the
employee’s account of choice at his/her designated financial institution.
NATIONAL SECURITY EDUCATION PROGRAM
SERVICE REQUIREMENTS (NSEP)
Positions within the agency generally satisfy NSEP service requirements for
David L. Boren scholars and fellows. Contact the National Security
Board for further details on service requirements (http://www.nsepnet.org/)
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
In compliance with the REAL ID Act of 2005, driver's licenses and
identification cards issued by the following jurisdictions cannot be used as
valid identification if selected for an interview and/or actual position:
Alaska, Am. Samoa, Arizona, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, N. Marianas, Massachusetts,
Minnesota, Montana, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, and Washington.
Driver's licenses and photographic identification cards from jurisdictions
not listed above will be accepted. Other acceptable forms of
identification include: U.S. & Foreign Passports, U.S. Military IDs,
Military and DoD Common Access Cards (CAC), Personal Identity Verification
(PIV) Cards, U.S. Federal Government IDs & Credentials, and U.S.
Congressional IDs.
All employees are required to sign an agreement not to disclose, in any
fashion, classified information to unauthorized persons. An agreement
is also required to authorize agency pre-publication review of certain
material prior to disclosure during and after employment with DIA.
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