Information Technology (IT) Specialist (ENTARCH)

Summary OIG is organized into six operational units: the Immediate Office of the Inspector General, Office of the Counselor, Office of Audits and Evaluations, Office of Healthcare Inspections, Office of Investigations, and Office of Management and Administration. In addition to the Washington, DC, headquarters, OIG has offices located in more than 60 locations throughout the country. Learn more about this agency Duties Duty locations are limited to the following for this position: Aurora, CO; Austin, TX; Baltimore, MD; Bay Pines, FL; Dallas, TX; Hines, IL; Kansas City, MO; Las Vegas, NV; Pittsburgh, PA; San Diego, CA; Seattle, WA; Spokane, WA; Trenton, NJ; or Washington, DC. Current OIG Employees will remain at their current duty location. As an Information Technology (IT) Specialist (ENTARCH), you will: Provide authoritative leadership, direction, and governance over the development, implementation, and enforcement of OIG's enterprise architecture framework. Provide oversight of enterprise systems design, infrastructure modernization, cloud and hybrid architecture environments, data architecture, and interoperability across OIG IT platforms. Ensure enterprise architecture alignment with capital planning and investment control processes, business case development, cost-benefit analysis, and long-range IT strategic planning. Serve as the expert advisor for staff and contractor subject matter experts (SMEs) within OIG on matters pertaining to enterprise architecture, systems design, infrastructure modernization, cloud and hybrid environments, cybersecurity integration, data governance, and long-range IT strategy. Requirements Conditions of employment This opportunity is also open to Status Candidates under Announcement 26-VAOIG-12945197. Please refer to that announcement for details on open period, eligibility, and how to apply. The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your résumé. Key Requirements: Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying. Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National. Qualifications You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Specialized Experience: For the GS-14, you must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience or General experience for this position includes: Establishing or enforcing enterprise architecture principles, standards, or reference models; AND Reviewing system designs, modernization proposals, or IT investments for architectural alignment; AND Developing current-state, target-state, or transition architectures; AND Integrating cybersecurity, interoperability, or data architecture requirements into enterprise designs; AND Advising leadership on enterprise risks such as fragmentation, technical debt, duplicative systems, vendor lock-in, or security vulnerabilities; AND Briefing stakeholders/executive leadership on architecture, modernization, or enterprise IT strategy. In addition to meeting specialized experience, applicants must also show proficiency in 1) attention to detail, 2) customer service, 3) oral communication, and 4) problem solving. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information - We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. Applicants who apply for this position may be considered for other positions within the Office of Inspector General that require the same knowledge, skills, and abilities. - This is a non-bargaining unit position. - We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules. - Office assignment may be at one of the locations listed on the announcement subject to availability and OIG management discretion. Conditions of Employment (CONTINUED): - A one year probationary period may be required. Continued employment is contingent upon supervisory certification that continued employment will benefit the Federal Service; the certification will occur no less than 30 days before the end of the probationary/trial period. - Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required. - If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. - Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer. - Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. - Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. - Obtain and use a Government-issued purchase card for business-related travel. - File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on. Expand Hide  additional information 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 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. Our comprehensive benefits are very generous. Our benefits package includes: - Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards. - Eleven paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year. - Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire. - A wide choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods. We pay a substantial amount (up to 75%) of the health insurance premiums. - A retirement program which includes employer-matching contributions. Learn more about Federal benefits programs at: USAJOBS Center - Benefits Review our benefits 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.