This is a Washington National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service position: SUPERVISORY IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN) Location: Command Group Camp Murray, Washington 98430 Army National Guard Units Appointment Type: Permanent, excepted service Advertised as: Title 5 May be used to fill one or more vacancies. *Ensure you read this announcement in its entirety, complete all application requirements, and your USA Jobs profile name is accurate*
A GS-2210-14, SUPERVISORY IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN): Manages IT activities for DODIN-A(NG) & Mission Support Systems, ensuring effective design, deployment, security, & life-cycle management of infrastructure, networks, & software/hardware Oversees IT procurement & inventory to ensure efficient life-cycle management, including reports to define, value, & track IT investments Sets IT program goals, priorities, & performance measures to align State IT with Department of War (DoW), Army, Air Force, & NGB strategies; coordinates integration of State IT systems & plans with higher-headquarters Reviews major IT investments for alignment with strategies & enterprise architectures; serves as Program Manager for initiating & managing IT investments using cost, schedule, quality, & capability metrics Conducts cost-benefit analyses for proposed IT procurements to support funding decisions; represents the State at government-wide & industry IT forums, promoting adoption of best practices & emerging trends Oversees the Mission Command (MC) Branch & communications readiness for MTOE & TDA elements, including COMSEC, Spectrum, Radio, & other MC systems; directs emergency communications for DOMOPS & sets unit communication priorities Manages & reports mission command system status, providing support recommendations through PEO/PM channels (e.g., PM WIN-T, CECOM); serves as career manager for Signal, Cyber, Communications, & Electronic Warfare personnel Ensures unified communications support with subordinate G6/S6 personnel & agencies; maintains continuous network surveillance & prepares briefings & specialized reports Establishes maintenance agreements & SOPs to prevent readiness gaps; coordinates with PMs & PEOs on training standards, resources, & lessons learned on TTPs, system usage, & maintenance Ensures implementation & compliance with Federal IT mandates (e.g., FITARA, Clinger-Cohen, Federal IT Shared Services Strategy) & related executive orders, regulations, & policies to maintain full State-level Federal IT compliance Directs & oversees work through subordinate supervisors; manages staffing actions, performance standards, appraisals, awards, expenses, grievances, & disciplinary actions in line with mission needs & EEO objectives Identifies developmental needs, approves significant training, manages leave to maintain coverage, fosters a participative work environment, & enforces security directives for personnel with access to classified/sensitive material Plans, organizes, & oversees all State G-6 activities as principal staff office for cybersecurity, automation, telecommunications, information assurance, IT policy/integration, budget, & records management Establishes organizational goals, determines required resources, adjusts plans based on program reviews, & sets manning needs & staffing for unusual requirements Reviews higher-headquarters guidance & develops economical plans; guides the State's IT architecture & requirements & manages information systems architecture for assigned projects Reviews feasibility of total system designs & develops technical policy (standards, protocols, data administration) to integrate information systems; ensures compliance with commercial/government standards & drives innovative IT solutions Formulates & defends the Command IT budget, ensuring efficient use of IT hardware, software, funds, & personnel; defines direction for MDEPs & requirements to meet mission objectives Interprets higher-echelon directives & adjusts execution procedures & priorities; develops long-range plans & projects, setting priorities & resource allocations Monitors & analyzes program implementation across IT & cybersecurity portfolios Manages the State Cybersecurity Program to ensure confidentiality, integrity, availability, & non-repudiation; publishes & enforces IA policy; reviews certification artifacts & provides accreditation recommendations; oversees IA awareness & training Leads development of IA & IT policies/procedures aligned with DoD & integrated into State policy, plans, operations, & strategy; ensures compliance with FISMA, FITARA, DoDD 8500.1, DoDI 8500.2, AR 25-1, & AR 25-2 Ensures required cybersecurity billets are filled & properly documented; manages the Compliance/Governance/Resource Management Branch, maintaining Cyber Command Readiness Inspection-ready posture & adherence to Budget Execution Guidelines Ensures CCBs are conducted for IT changes & maintains access to APMS, ITAS, eMASS, & ATCTS/ATCTC Represents the command with state, local, tribal, & federal agencies, promoting coordination on installation management IT programs; exercises delegated authority to set annual & multi-year work plans, including contract decisions Ensures program goals are achieved, addresses budget shortfalls & long-range staffing needs, & advises senior officials on goals, objectives, & enterprise-level program management & strategy Performs other duties as assigned
Education Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Degree Required: Not Applicable. Degree Required to qualify with Education Only (No Specialized Experience): Not Applicable. You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
If you are selected for a vacancy that requires a specific degree and/or coursework you will be required to provide official transcripts prior to appointment. Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience: Not Applicable.
ng.wa.waarng.list.hro-staffing@army.mil · 253-512-8260
This position is with Army National Guard Units, Department of the Army.
The posted pay range is $141367 – $183782/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-07.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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