The NCUA was ranked #5 for the 2024 Best Places to Work in the Federal government among mid-size agencies.
This position is located at the NCUA in the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). As the IT Solutions Architect (Cyber and DevSecOps), you will serve as an expert on software engineering.
This position is being filled through the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority and under these provisions, veterans preference does not apply.
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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:
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:
Education is not required for this position nor may it be used to qualify.
SALARY: Pay will be established using NCUA's Compensation policy and set within the advertised pay range to align with the selectee's skills and experience and the requirements of the position. The salary range shown is NCUA's Local Pay Rate (LPR) which includes a locality rate of 50.87% for the Alexandria, Virginia geographical area.
SELECTIVE SERVICE: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. You may register or check status of your registration by visiting the Selective Service website at: http://www.sss.gov/.
This position is not in the bargaining unit.
More than the number of positions listed may be filled through this vacancy announcement.
Effective January 1, 2010, OPM must authorize any employment offers we make to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES (political) employees in the executive branch. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you must disclose that to the point of contact listed on this vacancy announcement.
The Fair Chance Act: In accordance with the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019 (Fair Chance Act), 5 U.S.C. Sec. 9202, and 5 C.F.R. Part 920, the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) may not request, in oral or written form, that an applicant for employment disclose criminal history record information before the NCUA makes a tentative offer of employment, absent an exception. Complaints that the NCUA violated the Fair Chance Act must be submitted to LaborEmpRelations@NCUA.GOV or to the Office of Human Resources, Employee Relations, National Credit Union Administration, 1775 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 within 30 days from the agency's alleged non-compliance with the Fair Chance Act.
Illegal drug use by individuals working for or on behalf of the federal government, whether on duty or off duty, is contrary to the efficiency of the service and in direct violation of the Controlled Substance Act and the Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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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.
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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:
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)
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. Click here to view a video for tips on how to apply for federal jobs.
YOUR APPLICATION AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ( i.e. TRANSCRIPTS, CERTIFICATIONS, etc.) MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59:59 P.M. ET ON 06/18/2026 TO RECEIVE CONSIDERATION.
1. To begin, click "Apply" online to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply.
2. Complete the online application and upload all required documentation as listed in the Required Documents section.
3. USAJOBS Two-Page Resume Limit: Federal agencies may only accept resumes up to two (2) pages in length. Applicants with resumes exceeding two (2) pages will be removed from consideration. Ensure your resume clearly describes your relevant experience, education and accomplishments within this two-page limit. Visit the USAJOBS Help Center for more information
The Office of Personnel Management has provided the following guidance to applicants:
Based on your application and your responses to the application questionnaire, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire system to complete the online assessments.
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated. You will receive another notification about the status of your application. You can check the status of your application by logging back into your USAJOBS account.
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