Summary The Deputy Chief Information Officer, Chief Technology Officer position is located in the Office of the Chief Information Officer. In this role, the incumbent serves as the principal innovator to develop and drive our technology strategy, advance information systems/technology and innovation across DOC. Responsibilities The incumbent will serve as a forward-thinking, key advisor to the CIO who will advance the DOC IT strategic mission, policy, and technology needs by: Directing and executing the advancement of the Department's culture of innovation and driving the adoption of technologies that transform business models, products, and services across DOC. Leading a team of professional Architects, Information Technologists, Program Managers, and Management Analysts in the assessment, design, and successful deployment of systems, technologies, and frameworks to meet the DOC mission. Assessing current, emerging, and transformative technologies, IT service delivery models (including shared services and cloud computing), and IT management best practices. Developing strategies and migration plans aimed at both Department-wide enterprise use and IT portfolio management. Leading the collaborative development of business cases, as well as cost and reimbursement models supporting the implementation of multi-organization shared services, infrastructure consolidation initiatives, and migration to emerging IT service delivery models (including cloud computing). Managing internal organizational and Department-wide activities, resources, projects, and programs focused on the application of new and emerging technologies. This includes IT trends and industry best practices in the areas of Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Generative AI, Data Science, Customer Experience (CX), Zero Trust Architectures, and new Federal mandates and Executive Orders. Serving as a technical strategic advisor on projects requiring high-level strategic technical vision, management evaluation, and oversight. Developing written policies and procedures for new mandates and technologies, the acquisition, development, and implementation of new systems and services, and the modification of existing systems. Interpreting and applying Federal laws, regulations, Executive Orders, and other policies/guidance to address agency-specific needs, ensuring these are communicated effectively agency-wide. Leveraging business relationships with key government partners and technology companies to advance DOC OCIO technology initiatives and meet strategic objectives. Communicating effectively to bring together internal and external groups with diverse interests to meet common goals. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. May be subject to pre-employment and random drug tests. Initial Senior Executive Service (SES) Career appointee is subject to a one-year probationary period. 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. File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report OGE-278e within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on. You may be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. 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) 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 Professional Technical Qualifications (PTQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit will not be reviewed and will be disqualified. Your resume should be 2 pages or fewer and must not include images or graphics. Your resumes 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 narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Professional Technical Qualifications (PTQs). PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (PTQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. Demonstrated expert knowledge and technical leadership in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Enterprise Architecture, Data Science, and Hybrid/Multi-Cloud technologies. Experience designing flexible, secure (Zero Trust), and adaptive technology frameworks that improve current operations and enable future mission services. Expert knowledge of and demonstrated experience in fueling an innovative culture that maximizes outputs through creative partnerships across different organizations, Federal agencies, industry, and technology communities to solve mission problems and improve the, Customer Experience (CX) for internal and external stakeholders. Must possess the ability to communicate this strategic and technical information to executives, subordinate staff, congressional staff, auditors, industry leaders, and Federal partners with both technical and non-technical backgrounds. 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 TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. 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. Education This position does not have a positive education requirement. Additional Information Mobility: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES leaders. Individuals selected for SES positions may be subject to reassignment across geographical, organizational, and functional lines and may be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement. Veterans Preference: Veterans' preference is not applicable to the SES. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm Employment Information Resources - Resource Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx) False Statements: If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired, you may be fired after you begin work, or you may be subject to a fine, imprisonment, or other disciplinary action. OPM must authorize any employment offers made to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or non-career SES employees in the executive branch. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES employee in the executive branch, you must disclose that to the Human Resources Office.
