It Specialist; Network

Summary

You will serve as an IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK) in the Communications and Networks Division, Engineering Department of NIWC ATLANTIC.

• You will serve as the technical subject matter expert to program leadership for Tactical Shore Systems Integrated Project Team (IPT) and the Command, Control, Communications, Computer, Intelligence (C4I) Department.
• You will champion innovative IT solutions and proactively identify opportunities to leverage emerging technologies to enhance IT infrastructure performance, security, and resilience.
• You will establish and enforce IT architecture standards and best practices, ensuring technical integrity, cybersecurity posture, and compliance with requirements.
• You will promote and operate within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) to optimize program delivery and responsiveness.
• You will lead the development, implementation, and enforcement of IT policies and procedures.
• You will lead and mentor diverse cross‑competency, geographically dispersed teams to execute appropriate engineering processes across all levels and phases of the managing engineering tasks and resources.
• You will represent the Command to Senior Executives with the authority to present and defend the activities position, influence resource allocations, and increase knowledge sharing of technical information.
• You will provide strategic IT leadership and guidance in the development, modernization, and sustainment of complex Navy C4I systems and supporting IT infrastructure.

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level (time-in-grade). Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12‑31‑59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a SCI Top Secret security clearance prior to entrance on duty.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
• You will be required to complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel‑related purchases.
• This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision.
• You will be required to complete ethics orientation within three months of appointment and submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE‑450, within 30 days of appointment.
• Successful completion of a pre‑employment drug test (including marijuana) is required.
• This is a Cyberspace Workforce position, work role code 441, proficiency level Basic. The incumbent is required to obtain and maintain qualifications in DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Department of Navy policies.

Your resume must demonstrate at least one‑year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NO‑05 (GS‑13) grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

• Proven technical experience in Modernization, Engineering, Production, Cyber Readiness, and Sustainment of Navy C4I systems, with a focus on tactical shore systems.
• Strong understanding and practical experience with Cloud Architecture.
• Experience implementing automation solutions and testing strategies within complex IT environments.
• Proficiency in Dev Sec Ops  principles and practices.
• Knowledge and application of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles.
• General Knowledge:
  Strong understanding of networking concepts, cybersecurity principles, and software development methodologies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. Ability to effectively communicate complex technical information to both technical and non‑technical audiences with influence.

Your experience must reflect skill in the following areas: attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem solving.

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:…