Chief- Communications & IT Division -Sr Technical Leader

Candidate will develop & implement both short/long-term strategic plans and operational concepts contributing to National Security/Emergency Preparedness. Require operational and/or training deployments to include nights, holidays and weekends; both short term and potentially extended. Must be able to relocate to emergency sites with little advance notice & function under increased mental and physical stress. Must physically be able to move & assemble equipment. Entry is with a Bachelor’s degree plus 15 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree plus 5 year’s experience. Degree must be in a technical field (computer science, information technology, information systems management, etc.)

One or more professional certifications, such as a Certified Board Continuity Professional (CBCP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP); Program Management Professional (PMP), etc. The Chief, Communications & IT Division oversees and directs activities for one of five major organizational elements of the TF. The role is a blend of traditional Chief Information Officer and Chief Technology Officer functions supporting unique and customized TF requirements. The incumbent is responsible for the program management of a highly complex network and involves application of advanced state-of-the-art technology. Additionally, the Chief is responsible for: – Providing guidance to TF and partner Information Technology (IT) managers and staff involved in the design, development, implementation, modification, maintenance and integration of intra-and inter- agency systems; – Researching, proposing, and implementing complex communications infrastructure (such as emerging satellite communications systems, cellular transport, voice, video, and data networks) to meet stakeholder requirements while ensuring continuity of communications regardless of the interruption; – Directing the strategy for planning, architecture, design and configuration management of all TF hardware, software, database management systems, telecommunications, data and local area network, and related equipment and approves methodologies and configurations changes to infrastructure; – Effectively supporting, developing and managing a workforce that is capable of anticipating and responding to stakeholder requirements; – Serving as principal advisor to senior-level program stakeholders for areas assigned; – Managing the division’s budget and workload, establishing performance requirements for subordinate staff and ensuring appropriate performance standards are applied; ensuring accountability and transparency in financial planning, decision-making and reporting, and ensuring sound investment of government financial resources and integrity of the Federal contracting process; – Demonstrating the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Establishes and implements an organizational vision in a continuously changing environment; – Providing executive leadership and direction in concert with the TF leadership and stakeholders for mission assurance, critical infrastructure protection, cybersecurity, risk management, emergency preparedness, and records management programs; – Determining the optimal organizational structure and utilization of resources to accomplish mission and objectives in an efficient, economical, and effective manner; – Leading a team of System Engineers, Emergency Management, Information Technology, and Cybersecurity Professionals toward meeting the organization’s vision, mission and goals; – Leading the preparation and delivery of communications and briefings of senior stakeholders, as well as all internal and external customers and partners of the TF. Interfacing with customers and representing the TF Director at meetings, briefings, conferences, etc. Establishing and maintaining partnerships with key customers and stakeholders; – Directing the implementation of approved plans. Tasking organizations and/or contractors to carry out technology initiatives. Evaluating technical progress to assess performance, conducting risk assessments, and coordinating technical modifications to accommodate requirements. – Leading efforts to fully understand and meet stakeholder needs and requirements in the areas of risk mitigation and response readiness; – Performing other duties as assigned. Must be a U.S. Citizen; background investigation is required.

Top Secret with Special Background Investigation

For Non-DISL applicants: The applicant selected must meet all the Technical Qualifications (TQ) listed below. Applicants should provide a brief narrative (no more than one-half page) to support each TQ. In addition, each applicant must submit a resume.

The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.

How You Will Be Evaluated: The applicant selected must meet all the Technical Qualifications (TQ) listed below. Applicants should provide a brief narrative (no more than one-half page) to support each TQ. In addition, each applicant must submit a resume.
TQ 1: Professional Achievements Specific Technical/Professional Achievement focuses on personal technical achievement which demonstrates innovative research and/or breakthrough successes. While achievement may take the form of participation in group efforts, the candidate under review should be distinguished from the accomplishments of the team as a whole and evaluated in terms of the impact of individual skills and knowledge on the team effort.

TQ 2: Technical/Professional Development of Others Technical/Professional Development of Others focuses on the transfer of skills to others, especially to the next generation of experts. Covered in this category are not only concrete skills and knowledge, but such intangibles as how to approach problems, how to balance risk against the chance of success, factors in building problem-solving teams, how to communicate effectively, and the like. Developing skills in others can be accomplished in a multitude of ways beyond mentoring, including but not limited to, building curriculum, teaching, or transferring knowledge through papers and talks.

TQ 3: Technical/Professional Leadership/Decision Making Technical/Professional Decision Making focuses on the extent to which the employee is developing as a technical leader. At the highest levels this leadership should be unquestioned. In this area also fall such intangible components of leadership as perseverance and dependability.

TQ 4: Continued Technical/Professional Development Continued Technical/Professional Development focuses on the continuous enhancement of technical/professional skills and knowledge. Formal training, “stretch” assignments, research and writing projects, interaction with other experts, and other activities appropriate to the particular discipline should be evaluated as part of the appraisal process.

TQ 5: LEADING THE INTELLIGENCE ENTERPRISE This core qualification is comprised of the Intelligence Community (IC)-specific “joint” competencies of Collaboration and Integration, Enterprise Focus, and Value-Centered Leadership.