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Summary The position is located within the Office of Business and Mission Services, Business Services & Security Solutions Division (AXM-400), Security Applications Support Branch (AXM-420). Responsibilities This position will serve as an IT Specialist (Systems Administration) in the ASH Security Application Support Branch (AXM-420), and will perform multiple, varying, and complex assignment such as building, deploying, managing and supporting ASH's Kubernetes platform under minimal direction to deliver the infrastructure and tools needed to build and deploy custom-built production applications. The incumbent will be responsible for managing the Kubernetes Container Platforms, innovating automated solutions, patching the environments, assisting with migrating applications to the container platform and engaging with stakeholders to improve processes. The incumbent will report to the Manager of the Security Applications Support team and will plan, coordinate and implement Kubernetes solutions to meet FAA and ASH requirements for automated build, deploy, release, scan and test functions. They will be responsible for developing and participating in overall Kubernetes product strategy, roadmap, research and development strategy and work closely with the application development team members and leadership to ensure a positive customer experience. Incumbent will provide technical expertise to support staff, stakeholders and leadership as well as responsibility for maintaining existing products, product developments, upgrades and new product or services implementation as required. Provide technical oversight to contractors and internal teams in the analysis, design, testing, implementation, and migration of legacy web application(s) and non-containerized cloud application(s) into cloud applications utilizing containerization technologies. Lead continuous integration and continuous delivery (Cl/CD) pipelines for containerized applications. Stays abreast of new containerization tools, DevSecOps practices, and emerging technologies relevant to cloud services. Evaluate container orchestration platforms and tools for compatibility with DevSecOps practices and FAA cloud services. Perform other duties as assigned, demonstrating adaptability to evolving security, DevOps, and containerization requirements. Informs the Branch Manager and Division Manager of program progress and issues related on all assigned projects and critical issues. Provide regular updates through status reports and performance metrics. Collaborate with ASH program offices, managers, and security specialists to understand their needs and deliver high-quality products and services aligned with security services supported by AXM-400. The incumbent will apply experience and comprehensive technical knowledge of IT principles, concepts, and methods to administer, develop, deliver, and support information technology (IT) systems and services as well as an understanding of new technologies and methodologies, to solve complex problems and develop improved technical processes or systems. Contacts are internal and external. Often represents FAA as a senior technical point of contact on projects, programs and other work activities. Broad policies and objectives provide general guidance for addressing issues but allow considerable discretion to develop new and innovative approaches. Draws on experience to solve unusual problems and may create new solutions and policy interpretations as the situation requires. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications Qualifications Reference: EMP-1.7 & OPM General Schedule Qualification Standards. U.S. Office of Personnel Management Information Technology (IT) Management Series, 2210 (Alternative A): https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/ FV-G through K (or equivalent): For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled. 1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. 2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. 3. Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. 4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendation. AND FV-J. To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to FV-I (FG/GS-13). Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE IS DEFINED AS: Experience administering and managing secure cloud-based web applications. Experience with the administration of container environments, managing container platforms, and developing automated build pipelines and modules to assist with automation efforts and container on-boarding support. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered. Answer all questions to the best of your ability. DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD, OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE. You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have this type of experience later in the selection process. Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and/or Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (1) score order; (2) category grouping; (3) alphabetical; or (4) priority grouping, and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration. Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position. Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. Education Education cannot be substituted for experience. Additional Information We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions. Position may be subject to a background investigation. A one-year probationary period may be required. The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family. This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing. Applications will be accepted from any U.S. citizen. On-the-Spot will be used to fill this position. The 'Rule of Three', Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy. This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about Core Compensation is available at: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits. As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA. In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA section, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a human resource specialist as appropriate. Some, all, or none of the applicants may be interviewed. This Level 2 (Non-Critical Sensitive; Secret) position requires favorable adjudication of an Access National Agency Check and Inquiries (ANACI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained. This is not a bargaining unit position. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA