Overview
On Site
USD 101,401.00 - 156,755.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Service Design
Information Assurance
Acquisition
Database
Estimating
Testing
Finance
PASS
Stakeholder Engagement
Attention To Detail
Customer Service
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Information Technology
Oracle Linux
FOCUS
Management
Procurement
Information Security
Project Management
Regulatory Compliance
Agile
DevOps
Continuous Improvement
Training
Accessibility
Supervision
Telecommuting
Security Clearance
Law
Recruiting
Job Details
Summary
This position is located in the New Service Design and Development Division, Office of Consular Systems and Technology, Bureau of Consular Affairs, (CA/CST/NSDD), in the U.S. Department of State. The New Service Design and Development Division is responsible for selecting, designing, and implementing new technology services that support Consular Affairs.
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Conditions of employment
Qualifications
Applicants must meet all the required qualification requirements described below by the closing date of this announcement.
NOTE: Applicants must meet time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment requirements, by the closing date of this announcement.
Time-In-Grade Requirements: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions, per 5CFR 300, Subpart F.
Applicants applying for the GS-12 grade level must meet the following requirements: Have IT-related experience demonstrating EACH of the four competencies AND specialized experience listed below:
AND Have at least 1 full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service which provided you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
Experience assisting in the management of a system or product, including planning, development, deployment, and maintenance, with a focus on human-centered design.
Experience supporting stakeholder engagement by gathering and analyzing requirements, documenting findings, and ensuring alignment with stakeholder goals.
Experience contributing to project management activities, such as planning, procurement, and execution, to support the delivery of secure, reliable, and user-focused solutions.
Experience applying information security principles under guidance, ensuring compliance with federal policies and identifying potential risks during the product lifecycle.
NOTE: In order to qualify for this position, your 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.
There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-12 position.
Applicants applying for the GS-13 grade level must meet the following requirements: Have IT-related experience demonstrating EACH of the four competencies AND specialized experience listed below:
AND Have at least 1 full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service which provided you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
Experience managing the lifecycle of a system or product, from planning and development to deployment and maintenance, with a focus on human-centered design.
Experience gathering and analyzing stakeholder requirements, advising end-users, and prioritizing features to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Experience managing projects, including planning, procurement, execution, and completion, to deliver secure, reliable, and user-focused solutions.
Experience integrating information security principles into project management processes, ensuring compliance with federal policies and mitigating risks throughout the product lifecycle.
Experience leveraging data and modern methodologies, such as agile and DevOps, to drive continuous improvement and deliver value to stakeholders.
NOTE: In order to qualify for this position, your 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.
There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-13 position.
Education
Education requirements do not apply to this vacancy announcement.
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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.
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This position is located in the New Service Design and Development Division, Office of Consular Systems and Technology, Bureau of Consular Affairs, (CA/CST/NSDD), in the U.S. Department of State. The New Service Design and Development Division is responsible for selecting, designing, and implementing new technology services that support Consular Affairs.
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- Conducts comprehensive analyses to determine technical requirements for new and updated applications software.
- Ensures the rigorous application of information security and information assurance policies, principles, and practices to the development and delivery of application software.
- Implements, administers, and coordinates information technology (IT) acquisition efforts for the assigned portfolio.
- Analyzes and defines data requirements and specifications leading to the design and development of databases.
- Plans, organizes, and manages complex IT projects; exercises responsibility for developing plans and schedules, estimating resource requirements, defining milestones, deliverables, deadlines, and timeframes, and monitoring ongoing project activities.
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Conditions of employment
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
- Statement of Employment & Financial Interest required prior to appointment.
- Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit: ;/li>
Qualifications
Applicants must meet all the required qualification requirements described below by the closing date of this announcement.
NOTE: Applicants must meet time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment requirements, by the closing date of this announcement.
Time-In-Grade Requirements: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions, per 5CFR 300, Subpart F.
Applicants applying for the GS-12 grade level must meet the following requirements: Have IT-related experience demonstrating EACH of the four competencies AND specialized experience listed below:
- Attention to Detail - experience reviewing my own information technology-related work or data and have been responsible for reviewing the work of others to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards.
- Customer Service - developing and maintaining relationships with customers, anticipating, and assessing the current and future information technology needs of customers, and developing or identifying information technology products or services that are tailored to meet customer needs.
- Oral Communication - briefing senior-level management and IT staff on the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the communication of complex technical information to a non-technical audience.
- Problem Solving - identifying alternatives to address unique, highly complex, or sensitive information technology-related issues. I have anticipated information technology-related problems and have identified and evaluated potential sources of information to generate alternative solutions.
AND Have at least 1 full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service which provided you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
Experience assisting in the management of a system or product, including planning, development, deployment, and maintenance, with a focus on human-centered design.
Experience supporting stakeholder engagement by gathering and analyzing requirements, documenting findings, and ensuring alignment with stakeholder goals.
Experience contributing to project management activities, such as planning, procurement, and execution, to support the delivery of secure, reliable, and user-focused solutions.
Experience applying information security principles under guidance, ensuring compliance with federal policies and identifying potential risks during the product lifecycle.
NOTE: In order to qualify for this position, your 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.
There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-12 position.
Applicants applying for the GS-13 grade level must meet the following requirements: Have IT-related experience demonstrating EACH of the four competencies AND specialized experience listed below:
- Attention to Detail - experience reviewing my own information technology-related work or data and have been responsible for reviewing the work of others to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards.
- Customer Service - developing and maintaining relationships with customers, anticipating, and assessing the current and future information technology needs of customers, and developing or identifying information technology products or services that are tailored to meet customer needs.
- Oral Communication - briefing senior-level management and IT staff on the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the communication of complex technical information to a non-technical audience.
- Problem Solving - identifying alternatives to address unique, highly complex, or sensitive information technology-related issues. I have anticipated information technology-related problems and have identified and evaluated potential sources of information to generate alternative solutions.
AND Have at least 1 full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service which provided you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
Experience managing the lifecycle of a system or product, from planning and development to deployment and maintenance, with a focus on human-centered design.
Experience gathering and analyzing stakeholder requirements, advising end-users, and prioritizing features to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Experience managing projects, including planning, procurement, execution, and completion, to deliver secure, reliable, and user-focused solutions.
Experience integrating information security principles into project management processes, ensuring compliance with federal policies and mitigating risks throughout the product lifecycle.
Experience leveraging data and modern methodologies, such as agile and DevOps, to drive continuous improvement and deliver value to stakeholders.
NOTE: In order to qualify for this position, your 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.
There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-13 position.
Education
Education requirements do not apply to this vacancy announcement.
Additional information
- For reasonable accommodation at the U.S. Department of State, please contact the Office of Accessibility and Accommodations at or
- If eligible, situational telework agreements may be permitted with supervisory approval.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. If eligible, applicants to this announcement may be referred to other similar positions in other BureaOffices in the Department for up to 240 days. Telework eligibility and security clearance requirements may vary for such similar positions.
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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
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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.
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.
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