Deputy to the Commanding General /Senior Technical Director

Summary

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Duties

• Position is dual-hatted as the Deputy to the Commanding General and Senior Technical Director for the U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command (NETCOM), a major subordinate command of U.S. Army Cyber Command (ARCYBER). Participates fully and exercises command authority in the executive management of all major aspects of command policy and program planning, development, execution and evaluation. Incumbent functions as alter ego to the CG and serves as a principal advisor to the Army CIO/G-6, ARCYBER, NETCOM staff principals, and major subordinate commanders and directors worldwide on the full spectrum of NETCOM programs and operations, especially development and direction of technical aspects of command programs executed within the Joint and Army enterprise framework. Makes authoritative technical decisions impacting IT programs and budgets, architectures, and standards of Army and NETCOM programs. Decision and recommendations have far-reaching effects on plans, engineering, implementation, and operation of integrated information systems in support of DA, DISA, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, USCYBERCOM, other government agencies, the President of the United States, and in some instances, foreign governments. Provides senior technical leadership to ensure Army Theater level networks are integrated into Army and Joint portions of the DoW Integrated Network-Army (DoWIN-A), prioritizing the transition to a Unified Network with centralized service with a Zero Trust Cyber Security Framework and hybrid cloud environments. Maintains continuous command-wide technical overview and provides program direction and guidance to subordinate Commanders (including BG level), Directors and Deputies, and division chiefs, including a headquarters subordinate staff of approximately 400. The command employs over 14,000 military, civilian and contractor personnel located in every theater in 20 countries around the world and with an annual budget of in excess of $1.1 billion. The Commanding General (CG), NETCOM provides general administrative direction in the form of broad program guidance and command policy. The incumbent exercises an unusual degree of latitude in independent judgment and decision-making in the development, implementation, and integration of broad policy, operational, and highly technical missions of the NETCOM. Effectiveness is evaluated by contributions to development, management, and implementation of broad policy, program goals, and objectives and by quality of leadership displayed.

Qualifications

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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume. Your Resume must be 2 pages. If you submit a resume that exceeds the two-page limit, you will immediately be deemed ineligible for this position and will receive no further consideration. We recommend using a sans-serif font such as Lato, if available. Other acceptable options include Calibri, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, Open Sans, Source Sans Pro, Roboto, or Noto Sans. Please use 0.5-inch margins. For formatting, consider using a 14-point font for titles and a 10-point font for the main body text. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. There is NO requirement to prepare a separate narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualification (TQ). TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION (TQ): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the following technical qualification. TQ 1. Possessing and demonstrating a broad, enterprise-wide understanding and the executive capacity to lead, oversee, and integrate efforts across the following areas: 1) Long term modernization of global network infrastructure 2) Transition to a fully modernized, cloud optimized, Zero Trust-aligned network architecture 3) Enterprise-wide cyber readiness processes supporting Army operations 4) Enterprise Risk Management and Compliance EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQ, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.

Requirements

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Must be a U.S. Citizen. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. You will serve a one-year probationary period unless you have previously completed the probationary period in the SES. Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. You must be able to submit and pass designated and/or Random Drug Testing as required. File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report OGE-278e within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on. Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a background investigation. You must be able to obtain/maintain the appropriate clearance and access level for this position. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. Direct deposit of pay is required. The incumbent is required to travel on both scheduled and unscheduled aircraft, and other modes as required, under conditions specified under the DoD Joint Travel Regulations. The incumbent is expected to travel on short notice to attend high level meetings to obtain resolution of problems and gather information to assist in the decision-making process. Mobility: Individuals selected for Army SES positions may be subject to reassignment that requires them to be mobile. The U.S. Army senior leadership considers mobility to be an integral part of employment as an SES member with the Department of the Army. You must sign a mobility agreement. There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents: Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights, for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting, which includes Rap Back, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation), and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information).

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete this application and submit any required documents specified in the Required Documents section and submit by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select and upload your résumé and/or other required documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the "Include Personal Information" section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and uploaded, (i.e., resume and other required documents) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail. Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed, and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages.