IT Specialist (Enterprise Architecture)

This position is in the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), Office of the Chief Technology Officer. OCIO provides information technology (IT) planning and design, application development, systems administration, telecommunications, security, information management and IT customer support for FSIS. The employee serves as a senior Enterprise Architect in the Office of the Chief Technology Officer.

Qualifications:

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including specialized experienceas defined below. For the GS-14 level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS- 13 level) that demonstrates their ability to plan, contribute, and coordinate IT Enterprise Architecture (EA).

Qualifying experience must include:

Skill designing architecture systems that can perform AI/ML functions. Advising, collaborating, or developing enterprise architecture processes or policies. Problem solving and developing solutions to address integration and interoperability issues. Operating as a subject matter expert leading IT transformation projects or initiatives. Performing research and providing impact analysis findings to key decision makers. For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four 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. 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; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.