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The United States Space Force (USSF) at Los Angeles Space Force Base is searching for a Chief for the Enterprise Tools and Applications Branch (NH-2210-03, GS-12/13 equivalent).

Description:

The Space Systems Command Chief Information Office's (SSC/CIO) is a Command-level organization responsible for and influences the evolution of technology, information, information technology, cyber, security, and cyber security across the command. The Enterprise Tools & Applications (ETA) Branch Chief position will lead a multifaceted team comprised of civilian, contractor, and military personnel responsible for advancing the Space Systems Command's enterprise tools and applications capabilities by: 1) Delivering innovative, relevant, and advanced tools and applications to enhance user experience and mission effectiveness, 2) Standardizing enterprise engineering, program management, collaboration, and communication tools across the command, 3) Collaborating with other government agencies, industry, and academia partners to leverage and deploy the latest technologies being used, 4) Developing and implementing comprehensive strategic communication plans to effectively promote the adoption and use of tools and applications, 5) Fostering workforce development, training, and knowledge sharing initiatives within the Space Systems Command.

Ideal Candidate:

Ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Enterprise Tools and Applications (ETA) policy and acquisition as well as a comprehensive understanding of architecting, managing, modernizing, and securing ETAs. The candidate should have a deep understanding of the ETA development lifecycle, including requirements generation, architecture development, testing in piloted capacities, and scaling to deploy to enterprise capabilities. Member should be able to understand and interpret Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of the Air Force (DAF) policy and guidance to help create Space Systems Command (SSC) strategic direction for ETAs. They should also have proven experience in applying agile methodologies and best practices in regard to developing and deploying piloted capabilities. In-depth understanding of how to scale capabilities from pilot to enterprise offerings will be beneficial. Familiarity with the SSC, United States Space Force (USSF), DAF, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), and DoD-level Chief Information Office (CIO), Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO), and Space Force Chief Technology & Innovation Office (CTIO) will be highly beneficial. Knowledge of the space domain and space systems will be advantageous in this role. They should possess strong leadership and collaboration skills to effectively work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. The ability to foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and agile practices will be essential. While prior experience as a supervisor is not required, experience in mentoring and providing guidance to software engineers and development teams would be beneficial.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Knowledge of a wide range of IT and cybersecurity principles and systems analysis concepts and techniques, new and emerging information technologies, and security methods and principles.

2. Knowledge of customers' business processes and operations to anticipate and refine functional requirements.

3. Knowledge of concepts and principles of sequencing actions, procurement techniques and requirements, and coordination requirements involved in project controls.

4. Knowledge of design tools, methods, and techniques as well as life cycle management concepts, cost benefit analysis, system architecture, integration techniques, and testing methods.

5. Knowledge of customary approaches, techniques, and requirements appropriate to analyze requirements, develop acquisition strategies, and implement systems enhancements.

6. Ability to maintain an up-to-date awareness of technological advances, to apply internet technologies to analyze networks and the related security aspects and predict how management can meet future requirements.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Clearance.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
• Work occasionally requires travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft as well as travel in the local area by motor vehicle.
• A certification in accordance with DoDI 8410 (previously DoD 8570) IAM Level I is required within first year of employment.
• PCS / Relocation funding is available.
• Position will close in 5 business days or 75 applications.
• Position is eligible for telework 4-6 days a pay period.
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing.

Qualifications

The 2210 series has an individual occupational requirement that must be met and can be viewed here. There is no Group Coverage Qualification Standard for the 2210 series.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here:

Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.

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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.
• Required Documents
  
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  
  Resume: You must submit a resume that provides:
  
  
  1. Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number
  2. Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended
  3. Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information:
     
     • Job title
     • Detailed duties and accomplishments
     • Employer's name and address
     • Supervisor's name and phone number
     • Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.)
     • Hours per week
     • Salary, if applicable
  4. Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses
  
  
  College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.
  
  
  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
  
  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
  schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
  
  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
• How to Apply
  
  To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management
  
  Email
  
  HQ.USSF.TalentAcquisition@spaceforce.mil
  
  Address
  
  USSF - United States Space Force Forces
  
  1670 Space Force Pentagon
  
  Washington, DC 20330
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Resume: You must submit a resume that provides:

1. Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number
2. Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended
3. Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information:
   
   • Job title
   • Detailed duties and accomplishments
   • Employer's name and address
   • Supervisor's name and phone number
   • Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.)
   • Hours per week
   • Salary, if applicable
4. Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses

College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.


If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here.

Agency contact information

US Space Force Enterprise Talent Management

Email

HQ.USSF.TalentAcquisition@spaceforce.mil

Address

USSF - United States Space Force Forces

1670 Space Force Pentagon

Washington, DC 20330

US

Next steps

For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request