Summary This position is located in Defense Information Systems Agency, SECDEF COMMUNICATIONS at Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia. Responsibilities Develop and execute operational concepts, policy and plans to support assigned specialized missions of the directorate. Establishes oversight of operational, engineering, technical, business and administrative functions for all mission areas involved with Continuity of Operations, Continuity of Government, Physical Security of Principals. Develops new program initiatives to address emerging technologies with solutions that balance operational requirements with the mission. Able to interpret and execute relative requirements of emergency management directives, regulations, policies, standards and guidance. Performs supervision and oversight of civilian and contractor personnel, planning and scheduling functions, test, training and exercise support, and the development and execution of specialized continuity plans/missions. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Specialized Experience: For the GS-15, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service, or comparable in difficulty and responsibility to GS-14 if outside the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as Experience supervising crisis management, assigning work priority based on organizational needs. Maintaining organizational continuity of operations and resiliency activities AND Planning and organizing crisis training, and response. In addition to meeting the specialized experience requirements, qualified applicants must also possess the quality of experience as it relates to how closely or to what extent an applicant's background, recency of experience, education, and training are relevant to the duties and responsibilities of the announced position. Candidates must clearly demonstrate the possession of competencies necessary to successfully perform the work of the position at the appropriate level to be qualified for the position. Applicants must describe how their experience meets the competencies within the body of the resume. No separate statements addressing competencies are required. Qualification and time-in-grade requirements must be met within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement. Education THERE IS NO SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION AT THE GS-15 GRADE LEVEL Additional Information Veterans Preference: Veterans preference does not apply under this Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense via delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense. A one year probationary or trial period may be required. Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination. This position is subject to completion of a 1-year probationary period for assignment to a supervisory position. Individuals tentatively selected for drug testing designated positions at the Defense Information Systems Agency will be required to submit to urinalysis for illegal drugs prior to appointment or placement. In accordance with DoD 8140 policy series, the position is subjected to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements in 12 months and any future Cybersecurity Workforce qualifications. This position requires the incumbent to work an alternative or shift work schedule. This is a Mission Essential position. This position requires the incumbent to travel away from their normal duty station to other locations within the continental United States. A three-year trial period may be required if you have not previously completed a trial or probationary period in the excepted or competitive service. We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date. Moving costs MAY be paid. Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives may be authorized. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here. This position is covered under DoD Manual 8140 which will be subject to future Cyber Workforce requirements as defined by the Manual. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (to verify your registration status click here). The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants issued March 18, 2004 will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants. This position is subject to the limitations imposed by the DOD Priority Placement Program. PPP Application Based Preference Eligibles (Military Reserve and National Guard technicians, Military Reserve and National Guard technicians receiving disability retirement, and Retained Grade employees) will receive priority consideration at the full performance level only. For more information regarding qualifications requirements please click here. You may submit a cover letter which will be forwarded to the selecting official with your resume. Your cover letter will not be used to verify your qualifications or eligibility. All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance.