Clarification from the agency

All U.S. Citizens and CTAP/ICTAP eligibles. Direct Hire Authority will be used to fill this position.

As a IT Solutions Architect (Cyber and DevSecOps), you will:

• Evaluate and recommend the choice of software development platforms and architecture designs as well as the hardware requirements for the development, testing, quality assurance, and production environments.
• Conduct research and studies in the areas of current and emerging computer technology for the purpose of integrating appropriate new technological advances into the NCUA information technology infrastructure; prepare and present recommendations to colleagues and senior leadership on which new developments merit adoptions by the Agency.
• Design and implement SharePoint applications using knowledge of newer versions of SharePoint, enterprise collaboration, portal, out-of-the-box web parts, dashboard capabilities, workflows, and custom technologies.
• Design and develop database tables, stored procedures, and other routine database-related programming work.
• Translate system requirements into application prototypes; translate technical specifications into programming specifications.
• Provide input for the configuration of the applications and servers on which application programs run to ensure the rigorous application of information security/information assurance policies and principles.
• Conduct hands on programming to meet critical deadlines.
• Establish and document secure software development guidelines, and secure coding standards.
• Develop secure code and error handling, compile debugs, test, deploy, document, and implement programs for new and existing systems using development, security, and operations practices.
• Apply cybersecurity functions (e.g., encryption, access control, and identity management) to reduce exploitation opportunities.

Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Suitable adjudication of background/security investigation is required.
• A probationary period may be required.
• Financial disclosure is required.
• Applicants must complete a USA Hire Assessment via the USA Hire platform if notified to do so.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must possess one year of the specialized experience.

Specialized Experience - is experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. You must have one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in federal service to qualify for this position.

To qualify at the CU-14 level, applicants must have one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the CU/GS-13 level in federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) in all of the following:

• 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; and is committed to providing quality products and services.
• Decision Making - Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.
• Information Management - Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information; organizes and maintains information or information management systems.
• Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations
• 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.
• Teamwork - Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.
• Technical Competence - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your application materials will be reviewed to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed in this announcement. Your experience will also be evaluated to assess whether you meet or exceed the minimum proficiency level established for the CU-14 grade level for each of the IT-related competencies listed in the Qualifications section of this announcement.

To preview the application questionnaire, please click here https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12972873.

In addition to the application and online questionnaire, this position requires completion of USAHIRE assessments. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. The USAHIRE assessments have been developed to evaluate your competency in the following areas:

• Attention to Detail
• Decision Making
• Flexibility
• Integrity/Honesty
• Interpersonal Skills
• Learning
• Reading Comprehension
• Reasoning
• Self-Management
• Teamwork

ICTAP/CTAP: Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof of their eligibility:
Copy of agency notice;
Most recent performance rating; and
SF-50 noting current position, grade level and duty location.

To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must receive a score of 85 or above on the rating criteria for this position. For additional information, click CTAP.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your resume listing work schedule, hours worked per week, pay plan and grade level (for Federal positions), dates of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents: Cover Letter (optional)

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