Supervisory it specialist

Summary

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).

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: 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 / 17042A

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.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job.
• Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (Acceptable Documents).

Effective May 7, 2025

Driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.

In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

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.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience at the grade level(s) of this announcement.

Additional information

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified: applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors, and who are proficient in most of the required competencies of the job.

Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at OPM's Career Transition Resources.

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. 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. Learn 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.