Supervisory IT Specialist
What you'd do
This position is located within the Office of Information & Technology (OIT), End User Services (EUS), District Operations, at Veterans Administration duty location within the U.S. The incumbent serves as a primary advisor and point of contact to the Area senior IT executive manager and management officials on information management (IM) issues and IT project under development or planned for the serviced organization(s).
Major duties
Major Duties: Participate in decision-making processes and recommend ways IT can contribute to organizational success. Administer information systems security program and implements information systems security procedures. Provide leadership in implementing, evaluating, and improving processes in the standardization of IT systems. Provide oversight of the operation of an information technology unit that includes multiple IT disciplines. Plan and implement national Information Technology Programs. Plan work, keeps supervisor informed of issues or controversies that arise unexpectedly, and recommends solutions to issues. Develop and implement metrics for the evaluation of IT effectiveness and efficiency. Monitor customer satisfaction, trouble ticket resolution and other data as needed to determine effectiveness of the program. Conduct trend analyses to identify areas where additional training and assistance is needed, and initiate appropriate action. Make recommendations on changes in organizational structure. Identify technology opportunities that will have a significant effect on ability to support customer base and perform the mission. Coordinate installation of applications such as commercial of the shelf software, and business specific software. Provide technical expertise for the resolution of IT related problems. Evaluate a wide range of information systems. This position is primarily aligned to the following NICE Cybersecurity Workforce Framework work roles: 803 - Program Support Manager 805 - IT Program Auditor 411 - Technical Support Specialist For more information about these work roles, where they fit within the larger Cyber Workforce, and how they can support your unique career journey, please visit the Cyber Career Pathways tool on the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies website: https://niccs.us-cert.gov/workforce-development/cyber-career-pathways Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Tour of duty may be subject to change based on organizational needs. Travel Required: Up to 25% travel may be required, as needed, for this position. Financial Disclosure Report: No. Designated Drug Testing Position: Not applicable Compressed/Flexible: As determined by the Agency Policy Telework: Adhoc telework may be authorized at management discretion Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Supervisory IT Specialist/PD17042A, PD17042A, PD17042A, PD17042A, PD17042A, PD17042A, PD17042A, PD17042A, and PD17042A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Physical Demands: The work is primarily sedentary, although some slight physical effort may be required. Working Conditions: The work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated. The work environment involves everyday risk or discomforts that require normal safety precautions.
What you need to qualify
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/25/2026. Applicants must meet all requirements when a request is received to fill a vacancy. You may qualify based on your experience as described below: Basic Requirements Experience: Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate. For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the five competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); 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 to make recommendations. AND Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-12 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Specialized for this position is defined as : Experience managing IT programs and service delivery; overseeing system implementation, operations, and customer support; ensuring IT security and compliance; analyzing and resolving complex technical issues; developing policies and performance metrics and leading staff through work assignment, performance management, and program execution. 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; religions; 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. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.
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