Supervisory IT Specialist

Join VA's Infrastructure Operations (IO) to deliver and maintain secure, high-availability IT and cloud solutions. Help protect and modernize mission-critical systems and support quality services for Veterans. Work in a dynamic, innovative environment as an Apply Now! Located in the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary (PDAS)/Infrastructure Operations (IO)/Enterprise Service Management (ESM)/Product Services & Platform Management(PSPM). Exercises full supervisory, technical, and administrative responsibilities for planning, developing, implementing, executing, and evaluating the Information Technology (IT) Program. Manages, directs, plans, and coordinates employees performing work across a wide variety of information disciplines and functions, including a broad spectrum of automation efforts, local and wide area networks, data communications, and computer hardware and software. Manages the synchronization of specialized hybrid IT equipment with pharmaceutical robotics systems responsible for providing twenty-four-hour fulfillment to the Nation's Veterans and the Indian Health Service nationwide. Develops and executes Information Management (IM) Program goals and objectives, including strategic planning and short-range and multiyear IM master plans to meet and forecast IM and IT requirements for all elements. Oversees the daily operation of the unit, ensures agency policies and priorities are followed, develops performance standards, and evaluates the work performance of subordinates. Maintains situational awareness across all aspects of the security program and tracks: Authorization to Operate (ATO) status for local systems, Risk-Based Decisions (RBDs) and their renewals, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) updates, expiring passwords, user account access reviews, and all other tasks identified on the Continuous Readiness in Information Security Program (CRISP) audit-prep SharePoint site. Remains available after hours for contingency support to meet mission needs and serves as the primary IT personnel, integrating IT relevance into the specialized pharmaceutical operations. Devises solutions and resolves integration issues between non-standardized medical systems and IT systems, incorporating architectural advancements in the medical field to allow specialized medical equipment acquired by the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) to coexist and operate with standardized IT elements in fulfillment of IT/VHA operational missions. This is a Non Bargaining Unit Position. This position is primarily aligned to the following NICE Cybersecurity Workforce Framework work roles: Cybersecurity Code: 451 - System Administrator: Responsible for setting up and maintaining a system or specific components of a system (e.g. for example, installing, configuring, and updating hardware and software; establishing and managing user accounts; overseeing or conducting backup and recovery tasks; implementing operational and technical security controls; and adhering to organizational security policies and procedures). Cybersecurity Code: 801 - Program Manager: Leads, coordinates, communicates, integrates, and is accountable for the overall success of the program, ensuring alignment with agency or enterprise priorities. 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: https://niccs.us-cert.gov/workforce-development/cyber-career-pathways Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8 am-4:30 pm Compressed/Flexible: Upon supervisor discretion. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Supervisory IT Specialist/PD19341A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized