IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN)

Defense Threat Reduction Agency · Department of Defense

📍 Fort Belvoir, Virginia 💰 $121785 – $158322/yr 🏠 Telework eligible

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: Defense Threat Reduction Agency
Department: Department of Defense
Location: Fort Belvoir, Virginia
Salary: $121785 – $158322/yr
Hiring Path: Mspouse
Number of Openings: 1
Telework Eligible: Yes
Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information
Date Posted: 2026-08-31
Application Deadline: 2026-09-14

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Job Summary

This position may be filled using Direct Hire Authority: Z5CAV/Direct-Hire Authority (Certain DoD Personnel) PL 118-31, Sec 125OB (i)(2), 12/22/2023. This position is being filled under the memorandum from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)) "Expansion of Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of War," dated December 19,2025. This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, C4 Systems Directorate (J6).

Key Responsibilities

As a IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN) at the GS-2210-13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Leads the analysis, planning, and design of the agency's enterprise architecture, serving as the final technical authority on IT standards, platforms, and configurations to enhance the end-user experience.

Develops and executes short- and long-range IT modernization plans, directing resources to integrate new technologies like the ServiceNow platform and next-generation desktop solutions. Interprets high-level guidance from the Department of War (DoW) to develop, implement, and audit agency-specific IT policies, ensuring alignment and conformance across all programs.

Manages the full lifecycle for key IT modernization projects, directing personnel and financial resources to ensure initiatives like the ServiceNow implementation are completed on schedule and within budget. Acts as the primary decision-maker to adjudicate conflicting stakeholder requirements, prioritize IT investments, and resolve critical technical problems related to architecture and projects.

Serves as the lead change agent for the adoption and optimization of the ServiceNow platform, with direct responsibility for the ITSM, ITOM, and Software/Hardware Asset Management (SAM/HAM) modules. Establishes and monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) to provide data-driven assessments of the agency's IT performance, system health, and end-user satisfaction to leadership.

Requirements & Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Contact

DHRC-DDTRAHR@dla.mil · 614-693-0259

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Defense Threat Reduction Agency, Department of Defense.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $121785 – $158322/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-14.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Mspouse' hiring path.