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What it asks for

TQ 1Broad knowledge, experience, and a record of accomplishment with respect to the formulation, management, and administration of a diverse audit plan within a large organization, which includes audits of major agency programs to assess program performance and financial compliance; financial statement auditing; single audit monitoring; and audits of grants and contracts

TQ 2Experience conveying, justifying and or defending both orally and in writing highly sensitive or technical audit findings and recommendations to senior management, senior government officials, members of a legislative body, or appropriate judicial authority

The work

• Leads an effective and comprehensive nationwide audit program designed to assess and promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of DOL programs and to assess Departmental compliance with various statutes.
• Provides executive leadership for a broad portfolio of financial and performance audits involving major Agency programs, operations, and federally funded activities, with a focus on accountability, compliance, and program effectiveness.
• Keeps the Inspector General and senior Department leadership informed of significant audit findings and recommendations for appropriate action; identifies and communicates trends in specific programs disclosed through audit work; and provides objective appraisals of Departmental programs and activities based on audit results.
• Provides strategic direction for the policies, procedures, and professional standards governing the conduct of audit work, including audits performed under contract by independent public accounting firms.
• Balances resources as needed and leads the conduct of audits/reviews as may be requested by the Inspector General regarding unusual situations having Department-wide implications.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrated experience in successfully leading and directing a complex, diverse organization. Inherent in this qualification is the ability to lead multifaceted organizational strategic planning, establish performance measures, and identify and manage risks within budgetary guidelines

TQ 2Demonstrated knowledge and experience providing oversight for, and applying, laws, regulations, practices, and procedures to lead facilities and building operations, space management and leasing, logistics services, and occupational safety and health programs for an organization in close collaboration with stakeholders and officials

The work

• Administers the full range of functions and programs in the Office of Administration (OA) through subordinate supervisors.
• Oversees a wide range of administrative support services to VA employees across 16 major lines of business. 2.
• Responsibilities include overseeing VA Central Office (VACO) infrastructure comprised of Federally-owned and commercially leased properties in the National Capital Region to include rent payment, space management, facility maintenance, building safety and building renovations and construction. 3.
• Administers other VACO programs such as transportation services, employee assistance program records management, audio/ visual media services, personal property management, warehouse operations, procurement activities, health units, fitness centers and official mail functions.
• Also oversees Department-wide policies and programs for Occupational Safety and Health, Workers' Compensation, and Transit Benefits. 4.
• Provides leadership in planning, development and execution of OA functions and programs including a formal Continuous Process Improvement program.
• Oversees the development of and ensures compliance with management policies, programs, practices and applicable laws and regulations.
• In accordance with 41 CFR 102-71.20, the DAS for Administration is designated by the Secretary as the Alternate Designated Official for the VACO 810 Vermont Avenue, NW building. 5.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrated senior-level success advising Senior Leadership in the following areas and applying knowledge of management/leadership principles and best practices to develop methods and techniques to solve broad and complex organizational problems, administer public programs, lead change, and create innovative solutions for issues in a variety of management programs to include but not limited to human capital, information technology, budget and financial, contracts, management analysis, and space planning

TQ 2Demonstrated senior-level success in planning and overseeing human capital resources to include directing and developing subordinate staff, designing human resource strategies to meet the organization's mission, strategic vision, and goals, while applying best practices to maximize efficiency of operations and ensure coordinated, streamlined and result-oriented management

The work

• Duties and Responsibilities: Listed below are areas that an NIH Associate Director for Management (Executive Officer) may oversee: Serves as principal advisor to the NHLBI's Director and senior staff on all phases of business management involved in operating the NHLBI.
• Executes business management policies of the NHLBI, with full authority, and commits the resources of the Institute to management activities.
• Directs and supervises the financial management, workforce planning and human resources management, management analysis, information technology management, general administrative management, procurement, and contracting.
• Develops and formulates new programs and evaluates existing programs with particular emphasis on efficient utilization of resources to assure the greatest probability of success while minimizing risk.
• Serves as the NHLBI's focal point for the coordination, preparation, and analysis of a wide variety of administrative reports and other documents associated with NIH, HHS, and other Federal agencies.
• Oversees the NHLBI's annual budget and monitors the budget process to ensure the timely, appropriate, and efficient expenditure of funds against the annual allotment; anticipates changes in funding levels; prepares proposals and justifies current and increased expenditures; and alerts the NHLBI's Director and senior managers when significant changes in funding will impact the mission.
• Establishes major administrative policies and procedures for the management and conduct of the NHLBI's programs.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrated senior-level success advising Senior Leadership in the following areas and applying knowledge of management/leadership principles and best practices to develop methods and techniques to solve broad and complex organizational problems, administer public programs, lead change, and create innovative solutions for issues in a variety of management programs to include but not limited to human capital, information technology, budget and financial, contracts, management analysis, and space planning

TQ 2Demonstrated senior-level success in planning and overseeing human capital resources to include directing and developing subordinate staff, designing human resource strategies to meet the organization's mission, strategic vision, and goals, while applying best practices to maximize efficiency of operations and ensure coordinated, streamlined and result-oriented management

The work

• Listed below are areas that an NIH Associate Director for Management (Executive Officer) may oversee: Serves as principal advisor to the Institute/Center (IC) Director and senior staff on all phases of business management involved in operating the IC.
• Executes business management policies of the IC, with full authority, and commits the resources of the Institute to management activities.
• Directs and supervises the financial management, workforce planning and human resources management, management analysis, information technology management, general administrative management, procurement, and contracting.
• Develops and formulates new programs and evaluates existing programs with particular emphasis on efficient utilization of resources to assure the greatest probability of success while minimizing risk.
• Serves as the IC's focal point for the coordination, preparation, and analysis of a wide variety of administrative reports and other documents associated with NIH, HHS, and other Federal agencies.
• Oversees the IC's annual budget and monitors the budget process to ensure the timely, appropriate, and efficient expenditure of funds against the annual allotment; anticipates changes in funding levels; prepares proposals and justifies current and increased expenditures; and alerts the IC Director and senior managers when significant changes in funding will impact the mission.
• Establishes major administrative policies and procedures for the management and conduct of IC programs.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrated senior-level success advising Senior Leadership in the following areas and applying knowledge of management/leadership principles and best practices to develop methods and techniques to solve broad and complex organizational problems, administer public programs, lead change, and create innovative solutions for issues in a variety of management programs to include but not limited to human capital, information technology, budget and financial, contracts, management analysis, and space planning

TQ 2Demonstrated senior-level success in planning and overseeing human capital resources to include directing and developing subordinate staff, designing human resource strategies to meet the organization's mission, strategic vision, and goals, while applying best practices to maximize efficiency of operations and ensure coordinated, streamlined and result-oriented management

The work

• Duties and Responsibilities: Listed below are areas that an NIH Associate Director for Management (Executive Officer) may oversee: Serves as principal advisor to the Institute/Center (IC) Director and senior staff on all phases of business management involved in operating the IC.
• Executes business management policies of the IC, with full authority, and commits the resources of the Institute to management activities.
• Directs and supervises the financial management, workforce planning and human resources management, management analysis, information technology management, general administrative management, procurement, and contracting.
• Develops and formulates new programs and evaluates existing programs with particular emphasis on efficient utilization of resources to assure the greatest probability of success while minimizing risk.
• Serves as the IC's focal point for the coordination, preparation, and analysis of a wide variety of administrative reports and other documents associated with NIH, HHS, and other Federal agencies.
• Oversees the IC's annual budget and monitors the budget process to ensure the timely, appropriate, and efficient expenditure of funds against the annual allotment; anticipates changes in funding levels; prepares proposals and justifies current and increased expenditures; and alerts the IC Director and senior managers when significant changes in funding will impact the mission.
• Establishes major administrative policies and procedures for the management and conduct of IC programs.

What it asks for

TQ 1Experience leading intelligence operations, including experience leading technical and human collection intelligence operations

The work

• As Executive Director, Operations, in the Office of Intelligence, you will oversee and directly support U.S. Customs and Border Protection's (CBP) intelligence and law enforcement operations.
• You will oversee seven divisions, including: 1) Three Regional Intelligence Centers; 2) Operations; 3) Analysis; 4) Law Enforcement Programs and Technology; and 5) Counter Intelligence You will provide resources, planning, and support for the collection and dissemination of all source information and intelligence to inform operations and decision making.
• You will oversee programs related to the collection and sharing of information and intelligence obtained by CBP Officers, Border Patrol Agents, and other CBP personnel, and the dissemination and integration of that information to enhance ongoing and planned operations.
• For an overview of the diverse responsibilities CBP carries out within the Government, visit our website at www.cbp.gov.

What it asks for

TQ 1Federal Grants Management Domain and Enterprise Technology Expertise Demonstrated expert-level knowledge of Federal financial assistance and grants management, and the ability to apply that knowledge to the development of enterprise technology strategies and solutions for large-scale Federal grants-management platforms or shared services. Experience must demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the Federal grants lifecycle, including funding opportunity development and publication, application intake, award formulation and issuance, post-award administration, reporting, oversight, closeout, grants data, and associated financial and business processes

TQ 2Modern and Emerging Technology Applied to Federal Grants Modernization Demonstrated expert-level technical leadership in evaluating, selecting, and applying modern and emerging technologies and engineering approaches to the modernization of large-scale Federal financial assistance or grants-management technology environments. Experience must demonstrate the ability to develop and evaluate enterprise modernization approaches incorporating technologies such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, automation, enterprise data and analytics, APIs, cybersecurity and zero-trust principles, digital services, and modern software engineering

TQ 3Enterprise Grants Architecture, Shared Services, and Executive Technical Leadership Demonstrated expert-level ability to establish and influence enterprise technology strategy, business and technology architecture, governance, integration strategies, data standards, target operating models, and long-range modernization direction for large-scale Federal financial assistance or grants-management platforms or shared services supporting multiple organizations, agencies, programs, or customer communities. Experience must demonstrate the ability to resolve complex enterprise architecture, governance, interoperability, and technology investment challenges; provide authoritative technical recommendations to senior executives; and influence significant modernization and investment decisions across organizational and agency boundaries

The work

• ABOUT THE POSITION The incumbent serves as the Department's Chief Enterprise Grants Technology Officer and principal advisor to senior leadership on enterprise grants technology, digital modernization, enterprise architecture, governance, and innovation.
• The position is responsible for establishing the strategic vision, governance framework, and modernization roadmap for the Department's grants technology portfolio, ensuring alignment with Department priorities, Administration objectives, and government-wide initiatives.
• The incumbent leads the integration of grants management, financial assistance administration, customer experience, cybersecurity, cloud services, artificial intelligence, enterprise data management, and digital services into a cohesive enterprise technology strategy that advances secure, interoperable, customer-centered, and data-driven delivery of grants services across the Department and the broader Federal grants community.
• As the Department's senior authority on enterprise grants technology, the incumbent provides executive leadership for enterprise architecture, business transformation, technology governance, investment strategy, modernization planning, data governance, and AI adoption.
• The incumbent advises Department executives on critical decisions involving technology investments, shared services, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and long-range organizational strategy while representing the Department before OMB, GSA, Treasury, GAO, Federal councils, and other intergovernmental bodies.
• Through these responsibilities, the incumbent shapes the future direction of the Department's grants technology environment, drives cross-organizational collaboration, and advances government-wide modernization efforts that strengthen grants and financial assistance programs.

What it asks for

This announcement requires technical qualifications but does not list them in the USAJOBS feed. Read the announcement itself.

The work

• The Executive Director, Supply Chain Management, G-3 is responsible for planning, directing, integrating and coordinating the execution of all functions, operations and activities involved in the accomplishment of the assigned mission areas of Supply Chain Management, Depot/Arsenal Management and Organic Industrial Base (OIB) Management and Modernization, Advanced Manufacturing, and Enterprise Logistics Information Systems Management.
• These mission areas include supply chain management and optimization; depot/arsenal and ammunition plant operations and modernization; sustaining readiness, ammunition and munitions logistics; chemical and biological defensive equipment; medical logistics (MEDLOG) management of the sustainment of the industrial base; advanced/additive manufacturing; supply chain risk management (SCRM); enterprise business and data systems management (including LMP, GSCSS-Army, and Army Vantage).
• Provides broad overall program guidance to subordinates and to subordinate Army Materiel Command (AMC) activities.
• Integrates the collective efforts through the review and interpretation of DoW, HQDA and AMC plans and doctrines.
• Formulates and disseminates guidance and provides executive and managerial direction, coordination, review and analysis.
• Provides leadership in establishing data-driven management processes and an environment conducive to effective utilization of Supply Chain Management personnel, subordinate activities and financial resources.
• Responsible for a portfolio of approximately $10 billion.
• Serves under the general direction of and receives broad strategic guidance from the AMC CG, DCG, EDCG and the Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations, G-3 (DCS, G-3).

What it asks for

No technical qualifications stated. The announcement rates on the Executive Core Qualifications alone.

The work

• The Public Buildings Service (PBS) is the landlord for the civilian Federal Government.
• PBS manages approximately 360 million rentable square feet of workspace for federal employees, including more than 1,600 Federally owned assets and almost 7,000 leased spaces.
• The Deputy Assistant Commissioner (DAC), Office of Portfolio Management, optimizes the performance and value of GSA's real property portfolio, through asset management, across the Federal government, General Services Administration (GSA), and PBS.
• The DAC, Office of Portfolio Management manages functions, asset management, sophisticated data-driven analysis, and comprehensive evaluation processes that consistently deliver the best value to American taxpayers.
• Additionally, the DAC; Leads the extensive development and implementation of portfolio management processes, that support rigorous program objectives and provides clear guidance to GSA and its customers; ensures federal agencies have access to optimal real estate solutions through comprehensive asset analysis; performance measurement, and strategic portfolio planning that supports critical governmental missions nationwide.
• Provides leadership and oversight to ensure a comprehensive approach to portfolio management, balancing asses performance optimization, cost effectiveness, and the evolving real estate needs of federal agencies.
• Manages complex considerations including asset retention and disposition strategies, investment prioritization, market analysis, tenant requirements assessment, and long-term portfolio sustainability, while directing nationwide asset performance objectives and measurements.
• Leads change, translates high-level strategic goals into actionable initiatives; monitors performance measures and metrics to ensure program effectiveness, and contributes to strategic planning, identifying opportunities, and develops business plans for implementation.

What it asks for

TQ 1Expert understanding of manpower resource management at HQ Air Force level or above including a detailed understanding of the Department of War (DoW) Planning, Programming, and Budget Execution System (PPBE) as it relates to developing, defending and amending military department/defense agency programs and budgets. Demonstrated skill in developing and applying manpower policies, organizational structures and manpower requirement sizing methodologies, a working knowledge of the National Defense Authorization Act and the National Defense Strategy Review Process, and a detailed knowledge of the Air Force Manpower Resource Allocation Process

TQ 2Demonstrated executive-level experience formulating and implementing manpower policies within the Department of War or a similar organization of equivalent size and scope as well as demonstrated proficiency in leading executive-level decision-making processes at both the department and national levels

The work

• The Headquarters Air Force Director of Manpower, Organization and Resources (A1M) is responsible for the strategic direction and executive oversight of the approximately $60B Air Force Manpower Program.
• The directorate establishes the overarching vision and policy governing organizational structure, studies, and designations across the enterprise.
• It holds ultimate responsibility for policies driving the manpower requirements process, programming, and resource utilization and control.
• The Directorate leads the strategic development of frameworks to determine Total Force manpower requirements, ensuring the optimal mix of active duty and civilian end strengths to meet both home station and full wartime requirements.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrates executive level leadership in overseeing operational programs that directly impact the national security or homeland security of the United States. This includes overseeing and ensuring the integrity, efficiency, and quality of program operations using a risk-based approach, and managing organizational and operational change across multiple, geographically dispersed offices

The work

• U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is an agency within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
• We lawfully administer immigration and naturalization adjudication functions and establish immigration services policies and priorities.
• The Regional Director (RD) leads multiple Senior Executives to strategically plan, execute and monitor immigration enforcement, to include effective vetting, screening fraud detection, and the adjudication of immigration services across a geography that covers homeland security professionals in multiple states.
• He/she independently manages all service-related program activities and operations for USCIS within the geographic jurisdiction.
• For an assigned area, he/she has authority and responsibility for immigration operations, including supporting enforcement entities, detecting and addressing fraud, national security and public safety concerns.
• He/she manages and administers immigration benefits and services including the processing of citizenship applications, adjustment of status applications, family-based petitions, and registration.
• Successful program management by the incumbent is critical to preserving national security and public safety in the face of terrorists and other criminal threats to the country.
• Major Duties The Regional Director oversees and directs the Region's immigration enforcement support, adjudication programs and their integrity and related functions in accordance with broad program objectives across multiple geographically distinct districts.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrated executive-level knowledge and experience in the development and administration of Federal conscience and religious freedom laws, regulations, policies, and programs within a complex, high-visibility national environment. Demonstrated executive-level knowledge and experience in investigative, compliance, and enforcement methodologies necessary to evaluate complex cases, determine legal compliance, and guide appropriate corrective actions

TQ 2Demonstrated executive-level experience building strategic partnerships and leading collaboration across organizational and governmental boundaries to achieve mission objectives. Experience advising senior executives on complex and sensitive issues, influencing policy and program decisions, representing an organization in high-level interagency and external engagements, and fostering productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to advance organizational priorities

The work

• ABOUT THE POSITION The Deputy Director serves as a senior executive and principal advisor to the OCR Director on all matters related to conscience and religious freedom.
• The incumbent is responsible for the national leadership, direction, and execution of OCR's conscience and religious freedom program, ensuring the consistent, lawful, and effective implementation of Federal statutes and regulations protecting conscience and religious freedom in HHS-conducted or HHS-funded programs and activities, as well as related Departmental policies.
• Provides executive leadership for OCR's national conscience and religious freedom program, with accountability for achieving measurable outcomes in enforcement, policy and regulatory development and implementation, and program performance.
• Leads priority enforcement initiatives within the conscience and religious freedom program, including coordination of high-impact investigations and compliance reviews.
• Ensures timely resolution of assigned conscience and religious freedom complaints to Conscience and Religious Freedom staff consistent with performance metrics and compliance standards.
• Implements enforcement and policy priorities established by the Secretary and OCR Director, in coordination with other OCR components, translating strategic direction into operational plans, program guidance, and performance expectations across OCR headquarters and field offices.
• Provides subject-matter leadership for outreach, public education, and technical assistance efforts, in coordination with field-based outreach conducted through the Enforcement Division, to promote awareness of and compliance with applicable laws and policies.
• Leads the development and implementation of program-specific tools, model templates, and guidance to support OCR's enforcement, policy, and outreach activities and promote consistency, efficiency, and quality in program execution.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrated executive-level knowledge and experience interpreting, implementing, and enforcing Federal civil rights laws and regulations. Experience leading complex civil rights policy development, enforcement, compliance, and investigative activities; providing authoritative advice on legally and politically sensitive matters; and ensuring consistent application of Federal civil rights requirements across a large, complex organization

TQ 2Demonstrated executive-level experience building strategic partnerships and leading collaboration across organizational and governmental boundaries to achieve mission objectives. Experience advising senior executives on complex and sensitive issues, influencing policy and program decisions, representing an organization in high-level interagency and external engagements, and fostering productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to advance organizational priorities

The work

• ABOUT THE POSITION The Deputy Director serves as a senior executive and principal advisor to the OCR Director on all matters related to civil rights.
• The incumbent is responsible for the national leadership, direction, and execution of OCR's civil rights program, ensuring the consistent, lawful, and effective implementation of Federal civil rights statutes and regulations prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, national origin, disability, age, and sex in programs or activities that HHS directly operates or to which HHS provides Federal financial assistance, consistent with OCR's statutory authorities and organizational responsibilities. provides executive leadership for OCR's national civil rights program, with accountability for achieving measurable outcomes in enforcement, policy and regulatory development, and implementation, and program performance.
• Leads priority enforcement initiatives within the civil rights program, including coordination of high-impact investigations and compliance reviews.
• Ensures timely resolution of assigned civil rights complaints to Civil Rights Division staff consistent with performance metrics and compliance standards.
• Directs and oversees efforts to identify, investigate, and address systemic discrimination, including patterns or practices of noncompliance, through coordinated enforcement, compliance reviews, and policy interventions.
• Implements enforcement and policy priorities established by the Secretary and OCR Director, in coordination with other OCR components, translating strategic direction into operational plans, program guidance, and performance expectations across OCR headquarters and field offices.
• Ensures the consistent and legally sound implementation of Federal civil rights statutes, regulations, and policies, including that enforcement and policy activities achieve legal sufficiency and consistency in their application across OCR programs and regions.
• Ensures that enforcement actions and compliance activities effectively remedy violations and promote accountability for noncompliance with Federal civil rights requirements.

What it asks for

TQ 1The ability to lead a scientific organization to formulate and execute a long-term science and technology (S&T) program designed to create innovative solutions to challenges in military personnel assessment and assignment, training, leader development, and group dynamics. This ability includes the technical expertise to advise senior leaders on talent management and personnel testing practices through the lens of the behavioral and social sciences

The work

• This position serves as both the Director, U.S. Army Research Institute for the Behavioral and Social Sciences (ARI) and as the Chief Psychologist of the United States Army.
• ARI is the Science & Technology (S&T) field activity for the Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff, G- 1.
• ARI's mission is focused on conducting research and developing innovations in the behavioral and social sciences to shape future personnel policy and programs to optimize the Soldier lifecycle and talent management.
• As Director of ARI, exercises independent judgment, vision and strategic planning to translate broad Army goals into an integrated, high quality long-term research and development program of unusually broad scope.
• Provides scientific and strategic leadership for a geographically distributed organization comprised of PhD level research psychologists and contracted research activities in industry and academia.
• As Senior Responsible Official (SRO), independently leads and manages all budgeting, program, and business operations and ensures ARI meets oversight and auditing requirements.
• As Chief Psychologist serves as the Army's senior behavioral and social science expert, consulting with and advising senior Army leaders, and with other Service, academic, and international activities.

What it asks for

This announcement requires technical qualifications but does not list them in the USAJOBS feed. Read the announcement itself.

The work

• The Executive Counselor advises the Commissioner on significant Agency-level policy, program, operational, and management matters.
• S/he develops and presents independent analyses and recommendations on complex, sensitive, controversial, or emerging issues, considering social, economic, technical, administrative, and other relevant factors.
• The Executive Counselor facilitates effective two-way communication between the Commissioner and Agency leadership, including Chiefs.
• They maintain awareness of major activities across SSA and ensure that significant matters, differing viewpoints, program interests, and potential impacts are fully developed for the Commissioner's consideration.
• The Executive Counselor provides guidance to Agency leadership on implementing the Commissioner's objectives and policy decisions.
• Coordinates as appropriate across SSA to promote consistent, timely, and effective execution of Agency priorities.
• S/he reviews recommendations, briefing materials, and other information on official matters requiring the Commissioner's attention and, as necessary, prepares sensitive and confidential briefings, correspondence, presentations, reports, and decision materials, and conducts briefings for the Commissioner as requested.

What it asks for

TQ 1Authoritative expertise in enterprise-level cybersecurity, defensive cyber operations, and cyber risk management for large, complex organizations. Mastery of cyber risk frameworks, security architecture, and mission-focused risk assessment, with experience advising senior risk decision authorities for national security systems. Skilled in analyzing cyber defense activities and integrating intelligence, analytics, automation, and emerging technologies to enhance resilience and secure digital modernization

TQ 2Expert ability to develop, interpret, and recommend cybersecurity policies, standards, and governance aligned with DoW, IC, and federal directives. Demonstrated experience advising on RMF, Zero Trust, supply chain risk management, and protection of classified and mission-critical systems. Proven success collaborating across DAF, Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, Services, and mission partners, and representing cybersecurity perspectives in senior-level Joint, interagency, and international forums. A separate narrative statement is not required–this information should be embedded within the resume

The work

• As the senior technical authority for the United States Space Force (USSF), the incumbent operates at the strategic tier as the Service Information Security Officer (SISO) and Principal Authorizing Official (PAO).
• In this capacity, the position provides authoritative technical expertise and senior-level advisory support to safeguard the enterprise risk posture, digital infrastructure, and mission assurance of the Space Force.
• The incumbent is responsible for developing and recommending comprehensive cybersecurity policies, standards, and governance structures, while keeping senior leadership continuously informed of emerging threats and the technical risk implications of cyber operations.
• A key aspect of this role is ensuring strict alignment with the cybersecurity directives of the Department of War (DoW), Intelligence Community (IC), and federal agencies, thereby securing the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical space-based systems and data.
• In executing these duties, the incumbent provides high-level technical expertise to the Office of the Deputy Chief of Space Operations for Cyber and Data (SF/S6).
• This involves driving long-range cybersecurity strategies and advising on enterprise-wide IT infrastructure, cyber forces, warfighter communications, electromagnetic spectrum operations (EMSO), and overall data governance.
• As the principal technical advisor, the incumbent delivers the expert analysis and metrics necessary to inform Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution (PPBE) deliberations.
• Through this targeted advisory support, the position ensures that Space Force leadership has access to timely, accurate, and technically sound recommendations to guide enterprise decisions.

What it asks for

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The work

• Serves as an alter ego for the AIGI directing the development or modification of planning, coordination, and control of the CDI program's national operations and investigative activity.
• This includes investigations related to complex fraud schemes involving third party facilitators, as well as individuals attempting to obtain disability through fraud or for the continued receipt of disability benefits fraudulently.
• Organizes and manages the CDI program to align with program needs and the Inspector General's priorities and initiatives.
• Exercises authority to examine all SSA disability programs and to initiate investigations.
• Develops plans for CDI investigations, including resource requirements; manages the full scope of CDI investigations, including program evaluation; and presents accomplishments and recommendations based on valid and meaningful reporting criteria to the Inspector General, the Commissioner of Social Security, and Congress.
• Integrates innovative measures and techniques into the CDI program's investigative approach to fraud detection and abuse prevention in SSA's disability programs.
• Such measures and techniques could relate to information technology, data analytics, or automation, and inter-component collaboration.
• Develops statements of CDI program goals containing resource requirements for use as guides for the Inspector General and the Commissioner of Social Security for budgetary hearings and congressional committees.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrate an integrated and in-depth knowledge and understanding of managerial cost accounting systems, health care missions and operating programs to meet the responsibilities of hospital operations and a specific knowledge of health care financial management principles and practices

The work

• Incumbent is responsible for interpretation and development of directives and policies in support of VHA coding and cost accounting activities; recommends general policies, plans, procedures and standards for resource valuation; Provides financial guidance for the Electronic Health Record, VHA systems in asset management, cash management, debt collection and property and inventory management control; accurately interprets implications of statements and positions presented in meetings and discussions by others; Makes oral and written presentation to various Senior Executives in Veterans Health Administration, Assistant Secretary for Management and other interested partners discussing operational deficiencies and recommending corrective actions.
• Assists the VHA CFO with the development of national resources, staffing priorities and cost accounting policy; performs studies and analysis using the integration of accounting, cost accounting, obligations accounting and budgetary information to recommend complete, reliable, consistent and timely information to the VHA CFO for data driven management decisions.

What it asks for

TQ 1Significant knowledge with practical experience in Programming, Budgeting and Executing Department of War resources

TQ 2Possess leadership experience providing oversight and strategic direction for a large organization, performing the full human capital lifecycle management of a civilian workforce and interpreting applicable policies for the management of the total workforce

TQ 3Excellent leadership, management and communication skills, with experience in coordinating and resolving complex resource issues or policy matters across a variety of federal or Department of War stakeholders, Congress and other agency partners

The work

• Serves as the Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff, G-2, Headquarters Department of Army (HQDA).
• Incumbent is responsible for advising, and assisting the Deputy Chief of Staff, G-2 (DCS, G-2) on intelligence and security policy development and oversight, planning, programming and budgeting, Defense Intelligence Personnel System policy and oversight, administration, management and reporting of Defense Intelligence Senior Executive /Level allocations within Department of Army.
• Maintains expertise on matters of major significance with the ODCS, G-2, and with relevant social, political and economic developments and issues of public interest.
• Advises the DCS, G-2 on responsibilities in consonance with pertinent policies and directives of the Secretary of Defense, Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security, the Secretary of the Army, the Chief of Staff of the Army (CSA), the Combat Support Agencies, the Director of National Intelligence (DNI), and the National Security Council (NSC).
• Such advice will include analysis of planning and management issues, manpower, budget and resources issues, policies and directives from DoD and other national agencies that prescribe or affect Army intelligence.

What it asks for

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The work

• The Head of Tech Finance is accountable for the integration of financial planning, resource allocation, and compliance for IT applications, projects, and operations, ensuring alignment with SSA's mission, Federal priorities, and statutory requirements.
• The Head: Provides executive leadership and strategic direction for enterprise-wide IT financial management, partnering with the Chief Financial Officer, Chief Information Officer, and Strategic Sourcing leadership to develop and execute IT financial strategies, policies, and programs aligned with SSA's mission and Federal priorities Oversees the formulation, justification, and execution of multi-year and annual IT budgets, including Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC) processes, cost-benefit analyses, risk assessments, and investment reviews to optimize resource utilization and advance agency modernization goals.
• Directs the allocation, execution, and monitoring of IT financial resources to ensure effective stewardship of public funds, robust internal controls, audit readiness, and compliance with Federal laws, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance, and statutory requirements.
• Develops and implements agency-wide IT financial management policies, procedures, and standards, ensuring alignment with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform Act (FITARA), OMB Circular A-11, and other applicable Federal statutes.
• Serves as principal advisor to senior leadership on IT financial implications, representing SSA in engagements with OMB, Congress, and interagency partners, and providing authoritative guidance on legislative, policy, and emerging technology issues affecting IT financial planning.

What it asks for

TQ 1Extensive experience in planning, implementing, and reviewing occupational safety and health enforcement policies for general, chemical, or maritime industries to ensure compliance with standards

TQ 2Demonstrated acumen in identifying, focusing, evaluating, and synthesizing recommendations to address problem areas of major significance to the operational aspects of OSHA goals and programs based on a comprehensive and technical understanding of field enforcement program administration

The work

• Representing the Assistant Secretary in the development of major OSHA enforcement policies,goals, and capabilities.
• Establishes and maintains a formal system for issuing policy and program directives pertaining to all aspects of field enforcement and compliance assistance.
• Serves as a liaison for the Assistant Secretary and Regional Administrators in providing enforcement guidance outside the agency.
• Directs the planning and implementation of comprehensive occupational safety and health enforcement and enforcement assistance programs applicable to the general and maritime industries.
• Evaluates federal agency working conditions and recommends to agency heads the adoption of standards to ensure that working conditions are safe and healthy.

What it asks for

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The work

• The Regional Engineering & Business Director provides executive leadership and direction for the Division and subordinate Districts in operating as a Regional Business Center (RBC).
• The Director leads, drives, manages, and oversees the strategic direction, technical engineering, construction and contracting support, financial operations as well as providing regional support to the RBC in Contracting, Information Management, Logistics Management, and Resource Management.
• Assists the Programs Directorate in regional Civil Works, Military, Support for Others, Hazard, Toxic, and Radiological Waste, and Interagency and International Services program and project execution by providing support in matrix, cross-functional teams.
• Serves as the Division Commander's primary advisor on all matters pertaining to the Regional Business Center.
• The Director has direct supervisory leadership and staff management of four subordinate divisions (Engineering and Construction, Watershed, Business Resources, and Business Integration divisions)in creating conditions for successful implementation of the Regional Business Center concepts.
• Serves under the broad guidance of the Division Commander, an authorized Major General, with authority and responsibility for independent and unreviewed actions and decisions within the overall policies, program objectives, and funding limitations established by higher authority.
• Incumbent has extremely wide latitude for final action and decision in resolving complex problems of a unique or non-repetitive nature and managing the broad programs of the Division.
• Completed work is subject to review for attainment of objectives.

What it asks for

This announcement requires technical qualifications but does not list them in the USAJOBS feed. Read the announcement itself.

The work

• Provides overall direction, engineering oversight and execution of the Division's Civil, Military, Hazardous, Toxic and Radiological Waste, interagency and International Services Programs, Congressional defense, engineering and technical functions.
• Assures adherence to DA commitments made to Congress, Major Commands, Installations, and local sponsors.
• Oversees the planning, project management, design, construction, water management, real estate functions, operations, and projects that include navigation locks, dams, powerhouses, canals, storm damage protection, bridges, levees, recreational facilities, medical facilities, housing, barracks, training facilities, DoW recruiting facilities, projects for other governmental agencies, research and development facilities, and environmental cleanup and restoration.
• Directs the following: implementation of policies, guidelines, and processes to improve the quality of technical products; program execution in accordance with appropriations, and USACE's policy; allocation of financial resources to the districts; technical review processes within the Division.
• Serves as the regional USACE principal technical representative with other regional Federal and non-Federal entities within the Division boundaries.
• Prepares the Division Commander for testifying to Congress.
• Establishes a working relationship with various functional chiefs, ASA for Civil Works, ASA for Installation Environment, ASA for Safety and Occupational Health, Office of Management and Budget, Congressional members and their staffs, other Federal departments, and state and local government, officials.
• Represents the Division Commander in boards and committees with external entities.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrated experience administering enterprise-wide employee performance management programs that align employee performance with organizational goals

TQ 2Demonstrated experience administering human capital accountability programs, such as employee and labor relations or personnel security and suitability

The work

• Serves as the Department's principal executive liaison and authoritative Department-level representative on employee performance-management matters with OPM, DOL agency and component leadership, and other internal and external stakeholders.
• Provides executive leadership and direction for the PMO organization and exercises the full range of supervisory, managerial, and human capital responsibilities associated with leading a Department-level organization.
• Provides authoritative guidance on complex employee and labor relations matters, including employee conduct, performance-based and adverse actions, labor-management relations, and other workforce accountability matters involving significant legal, operational, or organizational risk.
• Oversees the Division Chief responsible for personnel security operations and programs, establishes strategic priorities and expectations, and evaluates program effectiveness, risk mitigation, and responsiveness to emerging personnel security requirements.
• Serves as the Department's senior executive responsible for establishing an integrated performance management framework that connects individual and organizational performance to DOL's mission, strategic objectives, agency priorities, and measurable organizational results.
• Establishes the strategic direction and enterprise framework for performance planning, monitoring, employee development, assessment, recognition, and performance improvement.

What it asks for

TQ 1Federal Grants Management and Policy Leadership Demonstrated executive-level experience providing strategic leadership for a large and complex Federal grants management portfolio, including the development, implementation, interpretation, and oversight of grants management policies, programs, and business processes. This includes applying risk-based approaches to grants administration, strengthening internal controls and accountability, overseeing audit resolution and corrective actions, and developing innovative solutions that improve grants management efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance

TQ 2Strategic Grants Operations and Organizational Leadership Demonstrated executive-level experience leading a complex grants management organization through strategic planning, organizational management, workforce leadership, performance management, and business process improvement. This includes translating organizational priorities into actionable short- and long-range plans, directing multidisciplinary professional staff, managing organizational change, leveraging data and technology to improve grants and financial management operations, and achieving measurable improvements in organizational performance and mission outcomes

TQ 3Executive Advisory, Policy, and Stakeholder Leadership Demonstrated executive-level experience serving as a principal advisor on complex grants management policy, operational, management, and strategic issues. and developing collaborative relationships with senior Federal, state, local, and external stakeholders. This includes evaluating the organizational impact of proposed or revised policies and regulations, leading cross-functional initiatives involving complex or sensitive issues, advising senior executives on courses of action, and effectively communicating and representing organizational positions before executive, governmental, professional, public, and private-sector audiences

The work

• The Director, Office of Grants Management (OGM), provides executive leadership and direction for ACF's grants management functions.
• Responsibilities include establishing program priorities, directing grants management operations, implementing policies and procedures, overseeing grants systems and risk-management activities, and ensuring effective stewardship and accountability of federal grant resources.
• The Director oversees OGM staff and organizational performance, evaluates grants management processes and emerging issues, and directs improvements to operations and systems.
• Responsibilities also include coordinating audit resolution activities and working across ACF and with federal, state, and local partners to support consistent and effective grants administration.

What it asks for

This announcement requires technical qualifications but does not list them in the USAJOBS feed. Read the announcement itself.

The work

• The Manager Orion Program: Provides program management and control; program integration and risk management; effective cost control; and requirements and configuration development and control.
• It is also responsible for execution of the Orion Program's budget, schedule, and technical management.
• Establishes and implements Orion policy, directs and controls schedules, plans, and execution of the Orion Program design, development, test, production, and operations.
• Provides the Program management function for Orion prime contractors and Agency Partners.
• Manages integration across spacecraft subsystems and engineering cross-cutting functions and supports the up and out systems integration efforts of the Human Spaceflight Mission Directorate (HSMD).
• Oversees development and implementation of sustaining engineering processes, ensuring critical skill retention and management and operation of the real-time engineering support to the on-orbit vehicle.
• Manages design and development of required ground operations, flight operations, and ground operations procedures, processes, and facilities in support of vehicle developmental and operational testing.
• Ensures flight/ground safety while meeting system performance requirements and achieving mission objectives.

What it asks for

No technical qualifications stated. The announcement rates on the Executive Core Qualifications alone.

The work

• The Deputy Director, Technology (DD-Tech) is located in the Office of the Deputy Commissioner/Director, Technology Transformation Services (TTS), whose' mission is to design and deliver a digital government with and for the American public.
• TTS is building the future of government service delivery, innovation, and modernization, together with its government partners.
• TTS uses technology to help agencies deliver better government experiences by making their services more accessible, efficient, and effective.
• Additionally, TTS helps agencies save time and money with technology shared services, and modern application platforms, processes, and software solutions.
• The DD-Tech is responsible for leading the organization's digital technology products, programs and architecture, setting the strategic direction, key performance indicators, and execution roadmap to achieve the organization's goals.
• Additionally, the DD-Tech: Prioritizes the use and development of TTS-wide technical standards, cross-leveraging other government capabilities, and ensuring solutions are cost efficient and in the best interest of tax payer dollars.
• Serves as the organization's technical leader, focused on aligning, modernizing, and standing-up current and future government wide shared products that securely improve the public's ability to receive services, access government resources and information, and do business with the government.
• Leads the overall management and improvement of TTS technical practices, security and management controls; developing integrated solutions including technology, processes, and/or policy.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrated executive-level experience leading sales, marketing, and business development for a large, complex, and geographically dispersed organization. Experience should include establishing strategic direction, achieving organizational performance objectives, and leading through subordinate managers

TQ 2Demonstrated executive-level experience developing and implementing innovative sales, marketing, and product strategies that expanded customer engagement, increased organizational performance, and supported long-term business objectives within a large, complex organization. Please DO NOT submit separate documents addressing the ECQs or TQs. If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES CDP, or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, attach proof such as the SF-50 or certification by OPM's SES QRB of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. A one-year

The work

• As an Associate Director for Sales and Marketing, you will: Provide executive leadership for the development and execution of the Mint's numismatic sales and marketing strategy to advance organizational priorities, achieve revenue objectives, and ensure long-term program sustainability.
• Serve as a principal advisor to senior Mint leadership and collaborate with executive counterparts to align manufacturing, sales, marketing, and product delivery strategies.
• Direct the development and execution of enterprise sales, marketing, and business strategies governing the Mint's numismatic portfolio, ensuring achievement of strategic, operational, and financial objectives.
• Provide executive leadership and direction to subordinate managers and supervisors; establish organizational priorities; develop executive talent; promote workforce engagement and succession planning; and ensure accountability for organizational performance.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrated experience in providing executive oversight and leadership in the development, implementation and management of a comprehensive Human Capital program to include leadership development and employee training for a large public or private sector organization

The work

• The position is in the Office of Human Capital Services (HCS), Veterans Benefits Administration and reports to the Deputy Chief of Staff, VBA.
• Responsibilities include, but not limited to: 1.
• Maintains a Human Capital Plan and directs Human Capital management through strategic alignment, leadership and knowledge management, results-oriented performance culture, talent management, and accountability. 2.
• Align human capital management with the Human Capital Accountability Framework to drive organizational effectiveness. 3.
• Develops, deploys, and assesses a full range of short and long term human capital solutions, programs and proactively seeks solutions and approaches to serve the needs of VBA. 4.
• Advises and assists the Under Secretary for Benefits and other senior officials in carrying out VBA's responsibilities for, selecting, developing, training and managing a high-quality, productive workforce in accordance with merit system principles.
• Serves as chief policy advisor on all human capital management issues and shares responsibility and accountability for VBA's performance and mission results. 5.
• Develops and aligns practices, strategies, and tools designed to recruit, manage, train, and develop the organization's workforce to maximize productivity and drive success and continuous process improvement.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrated success leading multi-site forensic laboratory systems, national scientific programs, or large-scale technical enterprises operating under rigorous international quality/accreditation frameworks (e.g., ISO/IEC 17025)

TQ 2Proven experience directing advanced scientific research, technology assessment, method validation, or digital infrastructure overhauls (e.g., AI integration, advanced telemetry, data analytics) within a forensic or law enforcement environment

TQ 3Extensive leadership experience managing complex investigative support programs, such as forensic financial auditing, forensic intelligence systems, or engineering/scientific support to criminal investigations. 1. You must be a United States Citizen or National. 2

The work

• The position of Deputy Assistant Director, Office of Science and Technology directs the activities of ATF Laboratory Services and Financial Investigative Services.
• Laboratory Services consists of the Quality Programs Office, the (3) Forensic Science Laboratories, and the Fire Research Laboratory.
• This position is located in Beltsville, MD Directs the operations of the field to provide the maximum service while maintain appropriate professional, technical, and quality standards and carrying out a program of research into new methods that will improve the services to the operating programs.
• Determines kind and type of forensic equipment and external services purchased and used by the laboratory staff, and by Special Agents.
• Manages all administrative and program matters, including budget formulation, allocation of human and material resources, implementation of technological solutions, timely and accurate submission of reports, and related matters.
• Plans and directs the exchange of scientific data between laboratory elements and counterparts in government, industry and academic institutions.
• Serves as liaison officer between the Bureau and the scientific and financial communities, including laboratories and technical officials of other agencies, colleges and universities, national and international scientific and technical societies and technical groups from industry.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrated mastery and executive-level leadership in directing highly complex national scientific research, development, demonstration, and deployment (RDD&D) programs in the nuclear fuel cycle

TQ 2Demonstrated extensive knowledge and leadership of nuclear fuel cycle facilities, such as uranium mines, conversion, enrichment, deconversion, fuel fabrication, and reprocessing facilities, including current domestic and international capabilities, potential industry partnerships, historic Federally supported activities, and regulatory frameworks

The work

• Are you a distinguished and visionary executive ready to lead at the forefront of global energy and national security?
• The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is seeking a dynamic, seasoned leader to serve as the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Nuclear Fuel Cycle, for the Office of Nuclear Energy (NE).
• This critical Senior Executive Service (SES) role is your opportunity to direct the Federal operations, strategic planning, and policy implementation that drive the nation's nuclear energy future.
• If you are prepared to manage vital energy investments, collaborate with international partners, and lead a premier team of technical experts, we invite you to apply for this pivotal role.
• Executive Leadership in Advanced Nuclear Fuel Cycles: Must possess proven executive experience directing large-scale Research and Development initiatives across advanced fuels, materials recovery, waste management, and safeguards, with a demonstrated ability to expand and secure the nuclear fuel supply chain.
• High-Level Coalition Building & Strategic Negotiation: Must have a documented track record of serving as a senior spokesperson and lead negotiator with high-ranking officials across Congress, other federal agencies, national laboratories, commercial nuclear executives, and international partners.
• Multi-Program Federal Budget & Resource Governance: Must demonstrate mastery in developing, defending, and executing complex, high-visibility federal budgets and program priorities, aligning financial and personnel resources to achieve major national energy objectives.
• Senior-Level Workforce & Organizational Transformation: Must have extensive experience leading and modernizing complex organizations-directly managing, recruiting, and evaluating senior executives or equivalents and world-class scientific/technical experts.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrated ability successfully leading and coordinating strategic planning, risk management, and organizational performance initiatives at a large organization

TQ 2Extensive knowledge and experience managing business operations and mission support functions (e.g., budget formulation and execution, lifecycle acquisition and contract management, logistical support, human resources activities, etc.) across a complex, diverse portfolio in a large organization. Inherent to this qualification is the demonstrated ability to assess and prioritize customer needs, to develop strategies and plans to address those needs, and manage multiple facets of organizational change

The work

• 1.Serves as the principal advisor to the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary, providing strategic counsel on day-to-day and long-term operations, and ensuring alignment with department-wide goals and national objectives. 2.
• Directs and coordinates all HRA business operations, including budget formulation and execution, acquisition and contract management, program and portfolio management, and logistical support, ensuring optimal use of resources and achievement of strategic priorities. 3.
• Provides executive oversight of human capital initiatives, guiding workforce management, recruitment, succession planning, and performance management to build and sustain a high-performing, resilient organization. 4.
• Leads the development and implementation of VA's Human Capital Operating Plan and HRA Strategic Alignment Plan and Framework; establishes and monitors related performance metrics and data to ensure the division's activities support VA's mission and strategic objectives. 5.
• Directs the division's risk management framework, overseeing internal control assessments, reporting, and responses to both internal and external oversight bodies; leads enterprise risk mitigation strategies and business continuity planning. 6.
• Champions business transformation and change management initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and agility across all functions of the division to enhance operational effectiveness and customer service.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrated executive leadership experience advising senior agency officials on policy development and execution of agency strategic priorities, leading complex policy initiatives across multiple offices, overseeing analytical teams, and directing the development and implementation of grants policies, guidance, and operational strategies to advance agency objectives. -One year

The work

• The Director of the Grants Policy Office is responsible for providing executive leadership and direction for the Department's grants policy functions and for ensuring effective coordination of grants policy across the Department.
• Provides executive leadership for the development, interpretation, implementation, and continuous improvement of Department-wide grants policies, regulations, procedures, and related initiatives governing formula, discretionary, and directed grant programs.
• Establishes the vision, strategic direction, and priorities of the Grants Policy Office and identifies opportunities to strengthen the Department's grants policies and processes to advance the Secretary's priorities, improve program implementation and outcomes, promote accountability, and support effective stewardship of Federal funds.
• Serves as a principal Departmental authority on grants policy and advises senior Department leadership and grant-making offices on significant, complex, sensitive, or precedent-setting grants policy and implementation matters.
• Develops policy options and recommendations for Department leadership concerning grants policy, program implementation, oversight, monitoring, continuation decisions, risk management, evidence, and other cross-cutting matters affecting the Department's grant portfolio.
• Provides Department-wide leadership to strengthen the connection between the Secretary's policy priorities and the implementation of the Department's grant programs from program design through award, monitoring, continuation, and evaluation.
• Works with grant-making offices to translate Departmental policy objectives into grant priorities, requirements, selection criteria, performance measures, monitoring approaches, award conditions, and other appropriate grant mechanisms.
• Identifies and resolves cross-cutting policy issues affecting multiple grant-making offices and develops consistent Department-wide approaches where appropriate.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrated expertise in IT security planning, development, and management of enterprise application delivery and IT services, including end-to-end security requirements management for enterprise IT services. Possesses expert-level knowledge of applicable directives, security policies, procedures, and standards to ensure that application delivery and quality assurance programs align with agency mission requirements across multiple departments

TQ 2Demonstrated comprehensive understanding of IT security concepts, theories, practices, and standards. Serves as a foremost authority in security architectural planning and provides senior-level guidance to agency leadership

TQ 3Demonstrated expertise in security architectural planning and provides guidance to peers at Headquarters and subordinate agencies. Advises on a broad range of situations and issues involving the application or adaptation of new theories, concepts, principles, standards, methods, and practices

The work

• The Executive Director, Chief Information Security Officer (XD, CISO) serves as the principal advisor to the CIO for the DHS enterprise information security program.
• The XD, CISO is responsible for performing and supervising work associated with risk management, policy, compliance, and oversight in alignment with DHS strategic direction.
• Through planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of information security programs, policies, procedures, and tools, the XD, CISO provides the cyber security oversight for enterprise Information Technology (IT) services across DHS.
• Specific responsibilities include: Serves as the senior advisor to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) regarding development, publication, and implementation of Departmental information security policies, standards, and guidance, as well as coordination, integration, training, and enforcement of all aspects of the Department's information security program.
• Responsible for leading the statutory mandated Information Security Program under the Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2014.
• Oversees the DHS Information Security Program to support the Department's implementation of all applicable regulatory requirements including the Computer Security Act, Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), the Clinger-Cohen Act, relevant Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circulars, Executive Orders, Homeland Security Presidential Directives and Congressional inquiries.
• Responsible for planning and implementing the Department-wide security enhancement initiatives; following all applicable laws, directives, policies, and directed actions and providing methodologies, tools, guidance, and subject matter expertise to help ensure Component's information security programs can meet federal compliance and reporting requirements.
• Effectively communicates the information security strategic plan to every Component and drives the implementation for the department's strategic information security management plan, including coordination between all component information security organizations throughout DHS.

What it asks for

TQ 1Mastery of enterprise strategic planning; Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution processes; and capability modernization, with authoritative executive expertise directing and overseeing defense and national-level HUMINT programs, operational integration, and multiagency intelligence initiatives across the DoW and the broader IC

TQ 2Demonstrated ability to frame issues and prepare senior leaders for high-level DoW, IC, interagency meetings, and Congressional testimony, to improve tradecraft and integration across the DoW

The work

• The Director, Human Intelligence (HUMINT) and Sensitive Activities (H&SA), serves as the manager for a workforce of experts on HUMINT, Defense Cover, and sensitive activities, providing technical expertise, policy, advance solutions, and recommendations to Director for Defense Intelligence, Collections and Special Programs leadership on future initiatives and capabilities regarding these issues.
• Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Establishing and execution of multi-year program budgets for assigned programs as required in accordance with Department of War (DoW) Directives and Instructions.
• Developing national policy and DoW positions on a variety of related issues.
• Representing the DoW, the Secretary of War, and Under Secretary of War for Intelligence and Security (USW(I&S) in matters assigned or as otherwise directed.
• Developing authorities, missions, policy, oversight, and guidance to the DoW and Services for assigned duty areas.
• Supervising staff of OUSW(I&S) cadres, Joint Duty Assignments, military, and contractor personnel to execute a broad portfolio of responsibilities.
• Overseeing highly sensitive, high cost or high-risk programs to include actions such as policy approval, supplemental appropriations, legal reviews, and program plans necessary to ensure successful execution.
• Maintains frequent direct contact with senior civilian and military offices in OSW, the Services, COCOMs, the IC, other Executive Branch entities, Congress, and foreign governments to ensure timely and responsive development and execution of programs in support of the mission.

What it asks for

TQ 1Responsible SI Design and Risk Management: Demonstrated experience designing and putting in place responsible Artificial (Super) Intelligence (SI) practices for complex systems. This includes assessing risk and impact, building in human oversight, transparency, and accountability, and applying federal security, privacy, and civil rights requirements to SI system design

TQ 2Evaluating, Prototyping, and Architecting Scalable SI Solutions: Demonstrated hands-on experience evaluating SI and machine learning technologies, building working prototypes against mission problems, and designing secure, scalable enterprise architectures that move proven SI capabilities into production across cloud and on-premises environments. Qualifications will be evaluated based on how clearly and concisely you emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of your programs; services managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertaken; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues addressed; and the results of your actions taken. Typically, experience will have been gained at the GS-15 or equivalent in the private sector or non-governmental organizations

The work

• The position is located in the Office of the Chief Information Officer at the Department of the Interior (Department) and reports to the Chief Information Officer.
• The incumbent carries out the following specific responsibilities: 1.
• Serve as the principal technical advisor to the Department's SI governance bodies.
• Translate Responsible SI principles and policies into concrete architecture standards, design patterns, and engineering requirements. 2.
• Develop and maintain a risk-based technical framework for SI use, aligned with the NIST AI Risk Management Framework and applicable OMB guidance.
• Classify SI use cases by impact, and set minimum practices for those that affect rights, safety, or public trust. 3.
• Lead the technical portions of pre-deployment and ongoing impact assessments covering safety, bias and fairness, privacy, civil rights and civil liberties, security, environmental cost, and effects on Tribal nations and underserved communities. 4.
• Design SI systems for meaningful human oversight, traceability, and the ability to intervene in, correct, or shut them down.

What it asks for

TQ 1. Demonstrated mastery in SI engineering and architecture, including design, development, testing, and deployment of enterprise-scale SI/ML systems; deep technical expertise in emerging SI technologies; and advanced proficiency in data, cloud, and cybersecurity integration practices

TQ 2Proven ability to lead Department-wide technical direction and provide authoritative engineering guidance on complex, high-impact SI initiatives; demonstrated excellence in strategic thinking, technical communication, cross-functional collaboration, and influencing enterprise adoption of secure and responsible SI systems Qualifications will be evaluated based on how clearly and concisely you emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of your programs; services managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertaken; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues addressed; and the results of your actions taken. Typically, experience will have been gained at the GS-15 or equivalent in the private sector or non-governmental organizations

The work

• The position is located in the Office of the Chief Information Officer at the Department of the Interior (Department) and reports to the Chief Information Officer.
• The incumbent carries out the following specific responsibilities: 1.
• Serve as DOI's Senior Most SI Technical Architect Provides authoritative technical expertise on advanced AI system architecture, lifecycle engineering, and solution design.
• Ensures architectural decisions align with DOI's enterprise IT and data ecosystems, Federal directives, and mission needs. 2.
• Lead Development of Enterprise-Scale SI Architectures Designs, validates, and evolves scalable AI models, pipelines, cloud environments, and computational platforms.
• Ensures interoperability, performance optimization, and compliance with enterprise architecture frameworks and Departmental mission requirements. 3.
• Evaluate and Advance Emerging SI Technologies Conducts deep technical assessments of emerging AI algorithms, machine learning techniques, model architectures, and platforms.
• Recommends adoption pathways for new technologies and advises Department leadership on feasibility, readiness, and mission applicability. 4.Oversee High-Impact Technical Testing & Validation Leads enterprise testing and evaluation of complex AI capabilities.

What it asks for

TQ 1Responsible SI Design and Risk Management. Demonstrated experience designing and putting in place responsible Super (Super) Intelligence (SI) practices for complex systems. This includes assessing risk and impact, building in human oversight, transparency, and accountability, and applying federal security, privacy, and civil rights requirements (e.g., NIST AI Risk Management Framework, NIST RMF/SP 800-53, FedRAMP, Privacy Act) to SI system design

TQ 2Evaluating, Prototyping, and Architecting Scalable SI Solutions. Demonstrated hands-on experience evaluating SI and machine learning technologies, building working prototypes against mission problems, and designing secure, scalable enterprise architectures that move proven SI capabilities into production across cloud (AWS and/or Microsoft Azure) and on-premises environments. Qualifications will be evaluated based on how clearly and concisely you emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of your programs; services managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertaken; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues addressed; and the results of your actions taken. Typically, experience will have been gained at the GS-15 or equivalent in the private sector or non-governmental organizations. Volunteer Experience:

The work

• The position leads enterprise-scale SI engineering and architecture; conducts deep technical assessments of emerging Super Intelligence (SI) technologies; develops Departmental SI engineering standards; and ensures secure, responsible integration of SI with DOI's IT, cybersecurity, and data ecosystems.
• The incumbent works closely with the Chief Super Intelligence Officer (CAIO), the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the Chief Data Officer (CDO), cybersecurity leadership, bureau technical teams, and enterprise architecture governance bodies.
• The incumbent carries out the following specific responsibilities: Serve as the principal technical advisor to the Department's SI governance bodies.
• Translate Responsible SI principles and policies into concrete architecture standards, design patterns, and engineering requirement Develop and maintain a risk-based technical framework for SI use, aligned with the NIST AI Risk Management Framework and applicable OMB guidance.
• Classify SI use cases by impact, and set minimum practices for those that affect rights, safety, or public trust.
• Lead the technical portions of pre-deployment and ongoing impact assessments covering safety, bias and fairness, privacy, civil rights and civil liberties, security, environmental cost, and effects on Tribal nations and underserved communities.
• Design SI systems for meaningful human oversight, traceability, and the ability to intervene in, correct, or shut them down.
• Define technical escalation, incident response, and decommissioning procedures for SI failures or misuse.

What it asks for

TQ 1Ability to develop relationships and communicate effectively with senior leadership, government officials and stakeholder groups in a fast-paced environment

TQ 2Expert knowledge of and ability to plan, coordinate and participate in developing and implementing policies and procedures for a variety of complex business management programs to include budget, budget formulation (out year program development), financial, human capital, contracts, procurement and acquisition programs that are of major significance

The work

• The Associate Director for CISA Central serves as the executive agent related to the distribution and coordination of watch and warning functions for the agency.
• These duties include, but are not limited to, improving the nation's capability and capacity to detect, prevent, respond and mitigate disruptions to physical, cyber and communications infrastructure.
• Additional duties include, but are not limited to: Acquires necessary resources, including financial resources, to conduct an effective enterprise continuity of operations program.
• Advises senior management on cost/benefit analysis of information security programs, policies, processes, systems, and elements.
• Supervises or manages protective or corrective measures when a cybersecurity incident or vulnerability is discovered.
• Provides situational awareness through the collection, maintenance and sharing of information related to threats.
• Supports the Assistant Director for Integrated Operations in the development, implementation and management of the IOD strategic and annual operating plans.
• Assesses and guides efforts of supporting activities, including contractors and personnel detailed to Operations from other DHS organizations and other government agencies.

What it asks for

TQ 1Knowledge of federal laws, regulations and policies governing law enforcement and regulatory operations in order to plan, direct, implement and evaluate comprehensive law enforcement and regulatory programs, or high risk tactical operation and critical incidents in a field or Headquarters environment, with particular emphasis on programs related to the enforcement of Federal alcohol, tobacco, firearms, explosives and arson laws and regulations

TQ 2Knowledge of the legal procedures applicable to federal law enforcement operations, such as criminal court procedures, methods of obtaining and securing evidence, jurisdictional guidelines, and other legal procedures, as well as knowledge of intelligence and investigative skills and techniques in order to provide critical and timely intelligence and information to law enforcement entities in the intelligence community

TQ 3Demonstrated experience in forming and maintaining effective partnerships with counterparts in other Federal, state and local law enforcement agencies, local political and community leaders, and other individuals or groups to plan and coordinate joint solutions to local or regional law enforcement challenges, and demonstrated knowledge to effectively coordinate efforts of public safety and security (e.g. developing and implementing the multi-agency federal law enforcement responses to assist other law enforcement entities overwhelmed by a terrorist and/or natural or man made disaster)

TQ 4Broad management experience in planning, developing, administering, and directing an organization, including overall responsibility for short and long range program planning, allocation of human and material resources, development of operational guidelines and policies, implementation of technology solutions, and creation of new methods and procedures to solve complex management problems. 1. You must be a United States Citizen or National. 2

The work

• The position of Special Agent in Charge (SAC) manages a major field division of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), and exercises executive responsibility for the primary enforcement of Federal alcohol, tobacco, firearms, explosives and arson laws and regulations.
• This position is located within the Office of Field Operations, Seattle Field Division in Seattle, Washington.
• Plans, directs, implements and evaluates comprehensive law enforcement and regulatory programs in the field division.
• Incumbent assesses the effectiveness of criminal and regulatory programs and policies in meeting ATF goals.
• Manages all administrative and program matters, including budget formulation, allocation of human and material resources, implementation of technological solutions, timely and accurate submission of reports, and related matters.
• The incumbent serves as ATF's representative to other Federal, state, and local law enforcement organizations, industry groups, congressional staffs, political and community groups, the media, and the public.
• He or she coordinates agency requirements and operations with other field special agents in charge and officials at headquarters.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrated executive-level knowledge of, and experience with budget, financial, and accounting responsibilities, including managing multiple fund types and resolving complex budget issues

TQ 2Demonstrated executive-level experience leading a high-performing financial management organization and building trusted partnerships across organizational boundaries to resolve complex, enterprise-wide budget and financial management challenges, strengthen accountability, and deliver effective customer service and measurable organizational results

The work

• The DCFO/CBO: Assists the CFO as manager and integrator for all levels of FHWA leadership on budget and financial matters.
• Facilitates all aspects of FHWA program planning related to the budget process; which includes developing and applying applies financial management policies and procedures in budgetary development, formulation, presentation, and execution.
• Serves as the FHWA gateway and point of contact for all financial audit issues and findings.
• Provides executive leadership, direction and management in the development and administration of a system of accounting for the resources and programs of FHWA.
• Provides executive leadership and guidance in the cooperative development and improvement of Division and State financial management.
• Directs, coordinates, and provides all levels of FHWA management with up-to-date information on the status of apportioned and allocated highway program funds.
• Oversees and manages the FHWA's financial management systems, the proper stewardship and reporting of resources, and leads the financial management community on data governance ensuring financial data is well integrated across all programs.
• Provides managerial influence over the planning, implementing, and directing of equal opportunity in furtherance of agency plans and objectives.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing sensitive, complex, and often precedent setting policy issues involving children, families, and aging matters

TQ 2Demonstrated leadership experience directing an effective cadre of lawyers and supporting personnel, setting appropriate priorities, and ensuring that the organization meets clients' needs for a high functioning litigation group handling a large volume of extremely complex, high-priority litigation

The work

• Serves as the Deputy Associate General Counsel for the Children, Families, and Aging Division (CFAD), providing legal counsel and representation for programs administered by the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and Administration for Community Living (ACL).
• Advises HHS leadership and program officials on complex legal, policy, regulatory, grants, and administrative law matters and works with the Department of Justice (DOJ) on federal litigation involving HHS programs.
• Oversees litigation strategy, legal review of regulations, policies and guidance, and assessment of litigation risk associated with Department initiatives.
• Shares responsibility with the Associate General Counsel for managing the Division and supervises attorneys, paralegals, and support staff, including assigning work, evaluating performance, recruiting and developing staff, and planning Division resources and priorities.
• Leads and coordinates CFAD's Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) legal portfolio, including federal and administrative litigation, regulatory matters, and legal advice, and serves as a primary liaison between ORR and OGC.
• Represents OGC and HHS in working with DOJ, other federal and state agencies, and stakeholders on significant legal matters affecting children, families, aging, refugee resettlement, and human services programs.

What it asks for

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The work

• Provides executive leadership and national policy direction for fire workforce, employee well-being, and business management programs.
• Provides executive oversight of business management operations, including national budgeting, financial planning, contract management, procurement strategies, and enterprise resource management.
• Coordinates with other Forest Service units and external agencies to ensure that fire workforce and business management operations are integrated and aligned with overall agency goals and objectives.
• Represents the Forest Service in national and international forums to promote and advance wildland fire management practices and policies.
• Develop and implement partnerships and cooperative agreements that support wildland fire management efforts.
• Ensures effective stewardship of federal funds and alignment of business practices with mission priorities.
• Oversees national information management systems and technologies, ensuring the integration of technology, data analytics, and reporting tools that support workforce decision-making, operational efficiency, and organizational transparency.

What it asks for

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The work

• Provides national leadership for aviation operations, fuels management, and fire risk management programs. Providing strategic guidance and oversight to ensure alignment with agency strategic goals and federal wildfire management priorities.
• Establishes long-range strategic direction, formulates operational policies, and ensures that aviation operations and fuels management practices comply with statutory requirements, national safety standards, and interagency agreements.
• Develops and implements national policies and procedures for hazardous fuels and prescribed fire programs, ensuring consistent application and adherence to statutory requirements and agency guidelines.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, including other federal agencies, state and local governments, and tribal organizations, to ensure effective coordination and cooperation on aviation, fuels and fire risk management issues.
• Provides expert counsel and executive decision support to the Chief Fire and Safety Officer and other senior leaders on matters related to aviation operations and fuels management, including risk management, safety, and environmental considerations.
• Provides authoritative recommendations on policy issues, operational risks, budget allocation decisions, and resource deployment strategies.
• Oversees the development and management of budgets, plans, and programs related to aviation, fuels and fire risk management, ensuring effective use of resources and alignment with agency priorities.

What it asks for

This announcement requires technical qualifications but does not list them in the USAJOBS feed. Read the announcement itself.

The work

• Provides executive leadership and national policy direction for fire operations and safety programs.
• Directs and manages the development, implementation, and evaluation of national fire operations and agency wide safety policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with federal regulations and agency directives.
• Leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of national policies, strategic frameworks, and performance standards governing wildland fire suppression and workforce safety.
• Provides oversight and guidance to Geographic Area Fire Directors and Fire Operations staff to ensure effective execution of fire management plans, including wildland fire suppression, prescribed fire, and fuels management.
• Represents the Forest Service in national and global forums to advance shared fire management and safety goals.
• Negotiates agreements, shapes joint policies, and leads interagency initiatives that strengthen national preparedness and resilience.
• Provides authoritative executive advice and counsel to the Chief Fire and Safety Officer on matters related to fire operations and safety management programs, including policy development, budget planning, and strategic planning.

What it asks for

TQ 1Knowledge of advanced management, executive, and organizational principles and practices at the national level related to programs that include development and execution of intelligence, HUMINT, SIGINT, Cyber, MASINT, GEOINT, OSINT, identity intelligence, special communications, foreign material acquisition and exploitation, clandestine and sensitive activities and operations

TQ 2Demonstrated ability to provide direction, operational advice and consultation for enterprise level activities to top-level officials in the Department of Justice

TQ 3Demonstrated experience in liaison with high level officials to include Congressional, international, federal, state and tribal, and/or local organizations on issues related to the drug trafficking throughout the United States and crafting, coordinating of national level polices, regulations, and legislation

The work

• Provides executive direction for DEA's strategic intelligence mission.
• Establishes long-range goals, enterprise priorities, governance, and performance measures for the collection, analysis, production, dissemination, and evaluation of strategic intelligence.
• Ensures the intelligence program anticipates changes in the global illicit-drug environment and supports national policy, resource, operational, and enforcement decisions.
• Produces or oversees authoritative assessments, estimative products, strategic warning, executive briefings, and decision-support materials concerning transnational criminal organizations, illicit drug production and supply chains, synthetic-drug threats, trafficking routes, financial and facilitation networks, emerging technologies, and geopolitical developments affecting DEA's mission.
• Establishes analytic standards and tradecraft, safeguards intelligence sources and methods, and promotes objectivity, rigor, sourcing transparency, alternative analysis, and effective intelligence dissemination.
• Provides management oversight and substantive leadership for intelligence policy, planning, program evaluation, and resource execution.
• Conducts comprehensive reviews of intelligence authorities, policies, procedures, goals, and organizational arrangements; recommends major national initiatives; and realigns objectives and resources when necessary to support DEA and Department of Justice missions, strategic plans, and long-term goals.

What it asks for

TQ 1Expertise in applying budget policies and procedures to analyze complex and variable military programs, coupled with senior-level experience developing practical solutions for an organization's programmatic and budgetary interests, and defending these solutions before the Office of Management and Budget and relevant congressional/legislative committees

TQ 2Demonstrated ability to analyze and provide executive-level guidance on complex resource management issues and policies within the context of the Federal government budget process, develop practical solutions, and communicate these effectively to senior leadership and external stakeholders both in writing and orally

The work

• Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Directs strategic alignment and resource optimization for the execution of uniform Department of War (DoW) policies, principles, and procedures for disaster assistance and special contingency appropriations and authorities.
• Leads strategic budget formulation by formulating short- and long-range budgetary plans and specific fiscal year policies to address contingency, disaster assistance, and security cooperation requirements, considering State Department and interagency authorities.
• Oversees financial execution and reimbursement by reviewing and, as appropriate, raising Comptroller issues during the Program and Budget Review, particularly for DoW programs that support contingency operations, disaster assistance, international security cooperation, partner nation participation in support of U.S. military operations, mil-to-mil engagements, and civ-mil plans, and other programs related to building partner nation capacity.
• Provides executive decision support and guidance on methodology by advising on domestic, international, and interagency matters with financial implications.
• Advises DoW leadership on the financial aspects of Federal agency and foreign government requests for DoW support and services, and the security and other support from foreign governments for U.S. military forces.
• Advice may include, but is not limited to: Economy Act requests, mission assignments from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, DoW humanitarian and disaster relief operations, foreign disaster assistance, and interagency memoranda of understanding.
• Reviewing international agreements, acquisition and cross-servicing agreements, and interagency memoranda of understanding.
• Ensuring that the support provided is consistent with the Secretary's policy goals and the President's national security objectives.

What it asks for

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Candidates must be a recognized subject matter expert with at least 1 year of directly related experience equivalent to the GS-15 level in leading independent technical reviews and serving as an authoritative expert in Cryogenics for high-risk aerospace systems.

Must have experience developing, evaluating, and applying advanced cryogenic engineering methods including cryogen production, storage, cryocoolers, fluid behavior in microgravity, and cryogenic hardware and process analysis to strengthen mission performance and reduce risk.

Must also demonstrate national leadership through collaboration and technical knowledge sharing across NASA centers, industry, academia, and national laboratories.

The work

• The Technical Fellow Cryogenics: Serves as the Agency's authoritative technical resource in Cryogenics, applying advanced engineering theory and operational expertise, frequently leading teams and providing the technical foundation for evaluating and reducing mission risk.
• Provides Agency-wide technical leadership and collaboration in Cryogenics, leading independent assessments and partnering with recognized researchers and engineers across NASA centers, academia, national laboratories, industry, and the Department of Defense to conduct and sponsor work that informs Cryogenics mission risk.
• Communicates and fosters Cryogenics knowledge, publishing engineering findings through NASA channels, journals, seminars, NESC Academy courses, or domestic/international universities; serve as an invited presenter at conferences and promote participation in engineering academies.
• Provides senior technical leadership for independent technical reviews, serving as the national/international expert in Cryogenics.
• Establishes, leads, and stewards a Technical Discipline Team (TDT) of the Agency's foremost Cryogenics experts, and augmenting by external specialists-to support independent assessments and ensure discipline stewardship across NASA.
• Provides expert leadership and technical direction in the development, operation, and analysis of Cryogenic systems, including cryogen properties, production, storage, and their application to propulsion, life support, electrical power, and other flight systems.
• Oversees Cryogenic hardware and processes-such as cryocoolers, cryogenic fluid fittings, cryogenic testing, chemical analysis, and zero gravity cryogenic fluid behavior-and regularly leads teams, supplying the theoretical foundation needed to execute complex cryogenic tasks.
• Leads Agency-wide Cryogenic discipline stewardship activities, including technical workshops, knowledge-sharing forums, identification and cataloging of critical skills and facilities, assessment of emerging technical challenges, and periodic reporting of discipline health, capability, and risk to Agency leadership.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrates extensive knowledge and experience with accounting, cost management, audit coordination, and financial policy implementation

The work

• Responsible for all matters pertaining to field-level financial operations, including audit coordination and quality assurance, financial accounting controls oversight, financial policy implementation and compliance, and managerial cost accounting.
• Ensures uniform execution of Federal and VA regulations, laws, directives, and standards as they relate to financial systems and operations across VHA's health care delivery network.
• Reviews internal and external audits and develops corrective actions, working with stakeholders to correct areas that may develop into a material weakness.
• Oversees the integration of accounting, cost accounting, obligations accounting and budgetary information to recommend complete, reliable information for data driven decision-making.

What it asks for

TQ 1Small Business Program Leadership Demonstrated experience leading and managing a small business utilization or federal acquisition program, including developing and implementing policies, strategies, and initiatives to increase small business participation in procurement opportunities, establishing measurable performance goals, and coordinating with senior leadership and internal and external stakeholders to achieve organizational objectives

TQ 2Federal Acquisition Policy and Strategy Demonstrated knowledge of and experience applying the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and related federal small business contracting requirements to develop or improve acquisition strategies, promote competition and small business participation, assess procurement performance, and advise senior leaders on compliance and program improvement. – One year

The work

• The Director, OSDBU, serves as a chief advisor and principal consultant to the Deputy Secretary on all matters concerning minority, small and disadvantaged, women-owned and disabled veteran businesses in ED programs.
• The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities: Initiates, develops and defines policies, procedures, goals, regulations and guidance for administering and implementing ED-wide OSDBU activities.
• Negotiates EDs annual small business socioeconomic goals with acquisition personnel and the Small Business Administration (SBA).
• Coordinates OSDBU activities with ED's two procurement offices: Office of Acquisition and Grants Administration in the Office of Finance and Operations (OFO) and the Federal Student Aid Acquisitions group within Federal Student Aid.
• Reviews, analyzes and evaluates broad, varied and complex legislation and ED-wide administrative programs which relate to functions and activities of small, disadvantaged and women-owned businesses; ascertains problem areas; evaluates proposed actions; and identifies areas where greater participation may be achieved; sets goals and objectives and assesses the impact of changes resulting from programmatic activity in ED.
• Serves on government-wide boards and task forces that set and revise Federal policy on small and disadvantaged business utilization, assists small businesses in payment issues with the Agency and, where mandated by law, payment.
• Identifies proposed solicitations that involve contract requirements and works with ED officials to develop and propose procurement strategies to increase the likelihood of participation of small businesses as prime contractors, or to facilitate small business participation as subcontractors and suppliers.
• Monitors the effectiveness of Department of Education contracts, procurements, and contractors in accomplishing the objectives of the Department of Education's Small and Disadvantaged Business Subcontracting Program.

What it asks for

TQ 1Demonstrated knowledge and personal experience formulating, leading and managing enterprise-level strategy, capability development, operational requirements and integration with acquisition, resourcing and requirements authorities inside and outside of the DAF, to include: OSW, Joint Staff, Air and Space Force staffs, fellow Service staffs, MAJCOMs, think tanks/academia and private industry

TQ 2Expert knowledge of modernization requirements and process, along with Air Force weapon system programs, including air superiority, nuclear, mobility, autonomous platforms, weapons, sensors, command and control, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, base defense, personnel recovery and cyber capabilities is required. Knowledge of related Joint and Intelligence Community programs is highly desired. 2

The work

• Incumbent will report directly to the DCS, Force Modernization (A5/7).
• Establishes policy for Air Force strategy, mission integration, integrated capability development, operational requirements processes and prioritization and integration of modernization efforts into the corporate process.
• Develops Air Force concepts of operations and force design.
• Directs CSAF Title 10 wargaming to iterate and prove future concepts for inclusion in the modernization plan.
• Provides headquarters operational requirements focus to Major Command (MAJCOM) modernization planning and Mission Need Analysis (MNA) and applies the tools of capability development in overseeing Air Staff and MAJCOM capabilities assessments, solutions analyses, prioritization of S&T needs, prototyping, applicable experimentation planning, requirements development, and pre-acquisition program planning.
• Shapes and finalizes Mission Needs Statements and Operational Requirements for the Air Force corporate structure and the Joint Requirements Oversight Council.
• Translates advanced concepts and ideas into military utility by merging Air Force gaps, modernization planning and analysis into a requirements development framework including capability road maps, advocacy through the Air Force corporate process, program planning, and subsequent collaboration with the Acquisition community.
• Supervises Special Access Required (SAR) program requirements.

What it asks for

TQ 1Knowledge of mission, organization, programs, and requirements of healthcare delivery systems, and the ability to manage and direct a large healthcare facility

The work

• The DEDMC has significant managerial responsibilities that directly impact healthcare programs and patient care within the organization.
• Key duties include collaborating with the EDMC to set program goals, evaluating and adjusting services, establishing local policies, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• The DEDMC also oversees quality assurance programs, addresses patient complaints, develops financial plans, and manages resources effectively to enhance patient care while maintaining budget integrity.
• Overall, the DEDMC plays a critical role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality healthcare services.
• The DEDMC's managerial duties and responsibilities involve final decisions which have a direct and substantial effect on the health care organization and programs.
• These include, but are not limited to, decisions affecting the nature, scope and quality of, and emphases in the facility's/system's patient care programs and activities.
• The DEDMC in collaboration with the EDMC: determines program goals and objectives, and develops short-and long-range plans for achieving them, in conjunction with the overall plans of the Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) consistent with the strategic planning process.
• The DEDMC organizes and controls program evaluation activities.