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Public Notice Information Technology (Direct Hire)


Job Location:

Greenbelt, MD - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 50460 - 50460
Posted: 6 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 4 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary

Positions advertised are in various organizations at Johnson Space Center White Sands Test Facility Langley Research Center Goddard Space Flight Center and Wallops Flight Facility. NASA may fill positions in any of the following series and at any grade level listed in this announcement (GS-2210 at the GS-7/9/11/12/13 levels).


Duties
  • Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade levels will be of more limited scope performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee.
  • Lead analysis and evaluation of technology systems architectures or operational environments to identify opportunities for modernization optimization and increased mission effectiveness across multiple organizations and functional domains.
  • Lead development integration and governance of system requirements technical standards engineering documentation or implementation strategies supporting the full lifecycle of mission-critical systems programs or operational initiatives.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership program managers engineers cybersecurity personnel and stakeholders to manage architect implement and sustain innovative solutions aligned with mission priorities and evolving operational requirements.
  • Provide technical leadership in the management diagnosis and resolution of highly complex enterprise system network application and infrastructure issues with significant mission operational or organizational impact.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies best practices and evolving federal IT and cybersecurity initiatives to develop strategic recommendations that enhance system resilience interoperability operational capability and organizational readiness.
  • Lead coordination and integration efforts across multiple organizations programs and stakeholder groups to ensure enterprise alignment with mission objectives governance requirements federal policies and Directorate strategic priorities.
  • Develop present and defend high-level technical briefings executive reports risk assessments and strategic recommendations to senior leadership enabling informed decision-making resource prioritization and execution of mission objectives.

Requirements
Conditions of employment
  • This position is open to U.S. citizens nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
  • This position may require a one-year probationary period. If selected the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 11. **See Additional Information section**
  • You must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
  • Position subject to pre-employment background investigation or higher-level clearance. Investigation/Clearance may differ and be required based on the duty location/NASA Center requirements.
  • Financial Disclosure Drug Testing and/or the Travel Requirements for this position may differ and be required based on the duty location/NASA Center requirements.
  • To be considered for employment you must submit your complete application by 11:59 PM ET on September 15 2026.
Qualifications

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability skill and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work.

To qualify for the GS-07 you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level:

  • Assisting with analysis or testing of IT systems or components to support operational or mission requirements under close supervision;
OR
  • Preparing basic technical documentation or status reports in support of IT projects or system activities.

To qualify for the GS-09 you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level:
  • Assisting others in analyzing technical or system requirements to help identify issues and support the operation of IT or mission systems;
  • Assisting others in developing testing or maintaining software tools or system components to support functionality performance or user needs.

To qualify for the GS-11 you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level:
  • Supporting coordinating system monitoring activities identifying operational issues and directing timely resolutions that support safe and reliable mission or training operations;
  • Supporting analyzing operational data and updating requirements to improve procedures tools and system configurations that contribute to mission readiness.

To qualify for the GS-12 you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level:
  • Coordinating system monitoring activities identifying operational issues and directing timely resolutions that support safe and reliable mission or training operations;
  • Analyzing operational data and updating requirements to improve procedures tools and system configurations that contribute to mission readiness;
  • Leading efforts to troubleshoot complex technical issues communicating impacts and recommended actions and providing technical guidance that supports continuity of mission or training activities.

To qualify for the GS-13 you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level:
  • Leading the development integration or improvement of mission or training systems including defining requirements resolving high-impact issues and guiding teams through design or operational decisions;
  • Conducting advanced analysis of mission operational or system performance data to inform organizational strategies optimize procedures or tools and drive decisions affecting mission readiness;
  • Providing technical leadership for cross-disciplinary teams including coordinating complex workflows delivering high-level recommendations to management and communicating operational or system needs.

AND

You MUST also have IT-related experience in the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section below.

Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description in your own words of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job.

Please visit to review NASAs guidance on the use of artificial intelligent (AI) or AI-assisted tools during the application process.
Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

In the Announcement Questionnaire you will be prompted to select location you wish to be considered for. You will also be prompted to select the lowest grade you wish to be considered for.

Other duty locations not specifically listed on this announcement may be considered at managements discretion.

For purposes of Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) selection priority well-qualified is defined as possessing knowledge skills abilities and/or competencies which clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position as determined through SME review of the resume/application. If you have special priority selection rights under ICTAP you must:
  • Indicate your eligibility when applying for a position.
  • Exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.
  • Submit proof that you meet the requirements for ICTAP as indicated in Required Documents.

For additional information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility click here - https://
applicant that received a Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP) from the federal governmentwithin the last five years based of the closing date of this announcement if selected may be required to repay the full amount prior to establishing a start date. For additional information on the VSIP repayment requirement click here - Executive Order 14343 this position is not part of a bargaining unit.

Probationary Period

You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. If selected the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 11.

In determining if your employment advances the public interest we may consider:

  • your performance and conduct;

  • the needs and interests of the agency;

  • whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and

  • whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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