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Position SummarySTEM Technical Leaders have expertise in one or more STEM disciplines and have developed a deep subject matter expertise, more broadly applicable skills (accountability, creativity and innovation, decisiveness, flexibility, influence, communication, partnering, planning, evaluating, problem solving, resiliency) or some combination of both, that enable them to be successful in advising, leading and/or performing STEM related efforts. The efforts can include leading technical projects, programs, research or workgroups; delivering, defending and explaining technical analysis & direction; building and motivating teams; and supplying timely, accurate, and relevant information to assist senior leadership, customers, or management in making decisions.
STEM Technical Leaders may be assigned to technical positions according to their domain expertise, their broadly applicable skills or both in coordination with their interests and agency needs. The range of STEM domain knowledge needed by the agency is incredibly broad. Some examples include: computer coding; modeling and simulation; data gathering; instrumentation; computer, architectural, electrical, mechanical, structural, systems and facilities engineering; computer, microelectronics, radio frequency design; and many more.DCIPS DisclaimerThe National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the DoD Intelligence Community Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions in the NSA are in the Excepted Services under 10 United States Codes (USC) 1601 appointment authority.How To Apply - ExternalU.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.Due to time sensitive communications regarding your application, please ensure your spam filters are configured to accept email from noreply@intelligencecareers.gov. Please review the job posting thoroughly to ensure you meet the described qualifications and are aware of all associated requirements. To apply for this position, please click the 'Apply' button located at the top right of this posting. After completing the application for the first time, or reviewing previously entered information, and clicking the 'Submit' button, you will receive a confirmation email. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as job postings could close earlier than the closing date due to sufficient number of applicants, or the position is no longer available. You may be asked a series of questions depending on the position you apply for. Your responses will be used as part of the application screening process and will assist in determining your eligibility for the position. Be sure to showcase within your resume those experiences relevant to this position. Failure to provide the required information or providing inaccurate information will result in your application not being considered for this position. Only those applicants who meet all position qualifications, may be contacted to begin employment processing. Please remain diligent in monitoring email and your SPAM folder. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process where appropriate. Please visit our Diversity link for more information. This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) position in the Excepted Service under 10 U.S.C. 1601. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you may be asked to submit documents verifying your eligibility.Pay, Benefits, & Work ScheduleSalary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position.Salary ranges vary by location and work level. This position is hiring for Maryland, Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, and Texas. While hiring may occur at any of the locations, the majority of the hiring occurs in Maryland (80%).Salary Range: $100,816 - $183,500 (Senior to Expert)On-the job training, Internal NSA courses, and external training will be made available based on the need and experience of the selectee.Typical work schedule is Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirements between 0600 and 1800 (flexible)SkillsThe ideal candidate has excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills, and possesses the following knowledge and experience:- Enables innovation in the organization through oversight of programs supporting NSA's modernization and transformation- Is detail-oriented, well-organized, and able to prioritize across multiple assignments- Motivates others to reach team goals- Establishes trust at multiple levels by communicating via technical jargon with their teams, and translating those solutions for Senior Leadership understanding- Communicates effectively and employs negotiation strategies to achieve consensus- Collaborates effectively vertically, horizontally, and across a variety of functional areas- Uses domain knowledge to optimize alignment with applicable security, compliance, policy and accessibility requirementsResponsibilitiesRepresenting the breadth of professional and personal diversity, NSA STEM Technical Leaders bring vision, innovation, and passion for solving unique problems that protects our Nation daily. These leaders have experience with advanced technologies, collaboration, and moving ideas from requirements to implementation. In the government and in today's ever changing technology environment, STEM Technical Leaders (STEMT TLs) have to be more adaptable, relatable and innovative. STEM TLs have to choose what information they keep and what information they take action on. STEM TLs have to evolve more rapidly than ever, and address the most pressing workforce cares highlighted during the post COVID era (i.e., game changing technology to provide intelligence advantage).STEM Technical Leaders drive technical decisions, architectural design discussions, and systems integration within the context of their technical specialties coming from a full spectrum of backgrounds such as software development, systems engineering, architecture, electrical engineering, networking, and many more. They use their deep experience leading advancements in technology, which may be at a project or organizational level, to influence technical direction. While technical, these leaders possess skills to mediate alternative Course of Action discussions, and negotiate strategic direction across a variety of levels. These leaders know how to interpret senior leadership guidance and direction, and translate it into actionable plans, requirements, and strategies. STEM TLs have proven experience delegating resources and tasks, and transforming ideas into operational capabilities.STEM Technical Leaders may or may not serve in a supervisory role, but they all have the opportunity to mentor junior technical colleagues. They lead by example. In vertical or horizontal teams, STEM TLs push frontiers to advance NSA mission to gather signals intelligence and protect our Nation's Defense Industrial Base and critical infrastructure. These leaders are adept at working across organizations with competing priorities to build consensus to achieve mission outcomes. These leaders actively engage in diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility efforts to advance NSA's mission; show respect and appreciation for the unique skills, knowledge, abilities and perspectives of all colleagues; model inclusive behavior that enables everyone to contribute their fullest to the mission.Vacancy expired!