Human Resources IT Portfolio Manager, S1A
What you'd do
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Major duties
The United States Space Force (USSF) at Pentagon, Arlington VA is searching for a E Human Resources IT Portfolio Manager to support S1A (NH-2210-04, GS-14/15 equivalent). Description: Are you a visionary IT leader ready to shape the digital foundation of the U.S. Space Force? We are seeking a senior Human Resources Information Technology Portfolio Manager to serve as the strategic bridge between business needs and IT solutions within our Personnel Analysis and Systems Directorate (S1A). In this high-impact role, you will manage the Space Force HR Management IT portfolio, aligning enterprise-level capabilities with business transformation goals. You will act as the primary point of contact for policy owners and program managers, tracking implementation progress and overseeing IT investments undergoing development. Ideal Candidate: A highly strategic and analytical IT professional with authoritative expertise in portfolio management and enterprise architecture. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader capable of aligning complex IT system plans with broad business transformation goals. They must possess excellent communication and consensus-building skills to navigate matrixed environments and coordinate with system program managers, compliance SMEs, and senior DAF/Space Force leadership. This individual is a decisive problem-solver who can translate technical compliance and investment regulations into actionable, efficient governance processes. Extensive experience in Defense Business System portfolio management, enterprise architecture, and the implementation lifecycle of custom software and COTS systems. Proven background in conducting business case analysis (BCA) and evaluating project proposals against financial and non-financial factors. Comprehensive knowledge of federal IT capital planning, investment controls, and laws/regulations (such as the Clinger-Cohen Act, Privacy Act, PRA, and FISMA). Familiarity with the DoW, DAF, and Space Force organizational structure is highly desired. Must be able to obtain Information Assurance (IA) Management Level II certification within six months of assignment. Key Skills and Abilities: 1. Comprehensive knowledge of application of laws, policies, regulations, and practices related to IT capital planning and investment controls for business systems. 2. Knowledge and experience with strategic planning methods, concepts, strategy alignment and performance management as they relate to IT service delivery. 3. Knowledge and experience in information technology portfolio management, enterprise architecture, and implementation lifecycle of custom software systems and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) systems. 4. Knowledge and experience with conducting business case analysis and evaluating project proposals against financial and non-financial factors 5. Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structure, and operation of the DoW, DAF, Space Force, SF/S1 and organizations that govern, interface with, and/or influence the planning and requirements process and information management capabilities. 6. Abilility to plan, organize, and direct the functions of matrix staff in critical aspects of development, production, and system investment decision-making and to coordinate various aspects of planning and requirements such as enterprise architecture, IT portfolio management, financial management, and contracting. 7. Knowledge of Federal regulations which apply to information technology and information services management such as the Clinger-Cohen Act; the Privacy Act; the Paperwork Reduction Act; the Federal Information Security Management Act; and Section 2222 of Title 10, United States Code.
What you need to qualify
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 this series.
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