Job Title: Deputy Chief, Office of Contracting / Deputy Head of the Contracting Activity (Maryland)
Posted by: National Security Agency on Sep 04, 2024
Location:
Fort Meade , MDJob Description:
Responsibilities:
Serves in an official position of Defense Senior Executive Level Leader regardless of his/her organizational level. Assures that the Agency achieves its mission by developing its major programs, goals, and plans. Responsible for the overall success or failure of Agency programs and initiatives, and delegates program implementation tasks--the day-to-day or functional work activities--to mid-level managers. Considers Agency goals and performance strategically, by setting the Agency's overall direction via its strategic plans. As a result, often works with people and organizations outside his/her immediate organization--to include the Intelligence Community and the Department of Defense at large--to defend controversial or critical long-range NSA plans. Provides authoritative advice, serves as NSA spokesperson, and is ultimately accountable for effective and efficient Agency operations and its compliance with policy (to include approving out-year budget documents). Exhibits leadership competencies and behaviors for all to follow, as well as offers mentoring opportunities to subordinates to ensure the development of a cadre of future Senior Leaders.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
*Note this is a Senior Technical Leader/Defense Senior Intelligence Leader position. All applicants must provide demonstrated evidence of the criteria during the interview process.
The Director, Business Management & Acquisition (BM&A) is seeking an experienced, innovative and business-savvy senior leader with extensive federal contracting experience and broad accomplishments, proven organizational leadership and outstanding problem solving and teaming skills to serve as the Deputy Chief of Contracting /Deputy Head of the Contracting Activity.
As a key member of the BM&A leadership team, the selectee will have substantial responsibilities related to acquiring and procuring goods and services for the Agency, in addition to the full range of the Office of Contracting management and planning functions. Providing direct leadership to a multi-disciplined staff of professionals, the selectee will play a critical role in establishing a culture focused on innovation and inclusion by capitalizing on the strengths of the workforce to achieve mission outcomes. Strategic thinking, strong business acumen, superior technical contracting knowledge, and exceptional inter-personal skills are essential in this role.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
-Partner with the Head of the Contracting Activity to lead the planning, execution and administration of contracts and agreements to enable the Agency's mission.
-Lead Contracting professionals working around the globe to ensure consistency in acquisition practices/strategies, training, compliance with federal and state regulations, policies, etc.
-Contribute to strategy development and implementation for all NSA procurements.
-Approve procurement decisions and documentation as necessary, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations to enable successful mission execution.
-Work closely with partners throughout NSA, the Intelligence Community, DoD, and Industry to facilitate NSA's success.
-Serve as the Source Selection Authority (SSA) for significant competitive procurements.
Skills:
Additional Desired Skills:
Leading Change
The ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet the organizational goals. The ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a constantly changing environment. Experience in fostering and leveraging diversity as well as contributing to a culture that promotes collaboration and productivity.
Leading People
The ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. The ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Candidate should have a strong record in developing the skills and abilities of others, actively sharing technical knowledge through teaching and/or participating in various contracting forums.
Results Driven
The ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. The ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risk. Experience in creating, developing, analyzing options, and applying the appropriate contracting solution. Expertise and depth and/or breadth in the contracting field.
Business Acumen
The ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
Building Coalitions
The ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, and nonprofit and private sector organizations to achieve common goals. The perspective is shaped by experience and education and characterized by a strategic top-level focus on broad requirements, joint experiences, fusion of information, collaboration, and vertical and horizontal integration of information.
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule:
Pay: Salary 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 Range: DISL, Tier 2 (Up to $213,000)
Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position.
On the job training, internal NSA courses, and external training will be made available based on the need and experience of the selectee.
Benefits: NSA offers excellent benefits to include relocation assistance, flexible work schedules, generous leave programs, paid personal fitness time, training and continuing education classes, health and life insurance, Federal Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), and a Federal retirement plan.
Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible). Operational tempo may require extended hours and/or weekend duty. The selectee should be prepared to travel occasionally to meetings in the greater Washington, DC area.
How To Apply - External:
Apply soonest, as job postings can close earlier than stated end dates due to changes in requirements. It is important to review and note the minimum qualifications, as only those applicants who meet the required qualifications will be contacted to continue the employment process. Please populate the resume tool to showcase any relevant work experience and education related to the position and answer any applicable screening questions. Information collected will be used to determine eligibility, and failure to provide accurate information may result in disqualification for this position.
A confirmation email will be sent after submission of the first application and also after any future updates to submitted applications. **Due to time sensitive communications regarding applications, please ensure your spam filters are configured to accept email from noreply@intelligencecareers.gov. For job vacancies that include stated testing requirements, also include the following: @uwe.nsa.gov, @nsa.gov, and @pearson.com**
U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. NSA is also committed to the promotion of diversity within its workforce. 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. 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 https://www.intelligencecareers.gov/NSA/diversity-and-inclusion.
The selectee is subject to random drug and polygraph testing. This position requires a TOP SECRET clearance and SPECIAL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION (SBI).
Applicants who are already a Defense Intelligence Senior Level (DISL) leader must submit a copy of their most recent SF-50 and may also submit a copy of their certification as a DISL. Applicants who are already a Senior Leader (SL/ST/SP) must submit a 1-page write up of the 5th Technical Qualification (Leading the Intelligence Community) along with their most recent SF-50. All other applicants must submit a 3-page maximum write up addressing all five Technical Qualifications listed in the \
DCIPS Disclaimer:
The 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. 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.
Serves in an official position of Defense Senior Executive Level Leader regardless of his/her organizational level. Assures that the Agency achieves its mission by developing its major programs, goals, and plans. Responsible for the overall success or failure of Agency programs and initiatives, and delegates program implementation tasks--the day-to-day or functional work activities--to mid-level managers. Considers Agency goals and performance strategically, by setting the Agency's overall direction via its strategic plans. As a result, often works with people and organizations outside his/her immediate organization--to include the Intelligence Community and the Department of Defense at large--to defend controversial or critical long-range NSA plans. Provides authoritative advice, serves as NSA spokesperson, and is ultimately accountable for effective and efficient Agency operations and its compliance with policy (to include approving out-year budget documents). Exhibits leadership competencies and behaviors for all to follow, as well as offers mentoring opportunities to subordinates to ensure the development of a cadre of future Senior Leaders.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
*Note this is a Senior Technical Leader/Defense Senior Intelligence Leader position. All applicants must provide demonstrated evidence of the criteria during the interview process.
The Director, Business Management & Acquisition (BM&A) is seeking an experienced, innovative and business-savvy senior leader with extensive federal contracting experience and broad accomplishments, proven organizational leadership and outstanding problem solving and teaming skills to serve as the Deputy Chief of Contracting /Deputy Head of the Contracting Activity.
As a key member of the BM&A leadership team, the selectee will have substantial responsibilities related to acquiring and procuring goods and services for the Agency, in addition to the full range of the Office of Contracting management and planning functions. Providing direct leadership to a multi-disciplined staff of professionals, the selectee will play a critical role in establishing a culture focused on innovation and inclusion by capitalizing on the strengths of the workforce to achieve mission outcomes. Strategic thinking, strong business acumen, superior technical contracting knowledge, and exceptional inter-personal skills are essential in this role.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
-Partner with the Head of the Contracting Activity to lead the planning, execution and administration of contracts and agreements to enable the Agency's mission.
-Lead Contracting professionals working around the globe to ensure consistency in acquisition practices/strategies, training, compliance with federal and state regulations, policies, etc.
-Contribute to strategy development and implementation for all NSA procurements.
-Approve procurement decisions and documentation as necessary, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations to enable successful mission execution.
-Work closely with partners throughout NSA, the Intelligence Community, DoD, and Industry to facilitate NSA's success.
-Serve as the Source Selection Authority (SSA) for significant competitive procurements.
Skills:
Additional Desired Skills:
Leading Change
The ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet the organizational goals. The ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a constantly changing environment. Experience in fostering and leveraging diversity as well as contributing to a culture that promotes collaboration and productivity.
Leading People
The ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. The ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Candidate should have a strong record in developing the skills and abilities of others, actively sharing technical knowledge through teaching and/or participating in various contracting forums.
Results Driven
The ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. The ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risk. Experience in creating, developing, analyzing options, and applying the appropriate contracting solution. Expertise and depth and/or breadth in the contracting field.
Business Acumen
The ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
Building Coalitions
The ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, and nonprofit and private sector organizations to achieve common goals. The perspective is shaped by experience and education and characterized by a strategic top-level focus on broad requirements, joint experiences, fusion of information, collaboration, and vertical and horizontal integration of information.
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule:
Pay: Salary 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 Range: DISL, Tier 2 (Up to $213,000)
Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position.
On the job training, internal NSA courses, and external training will be made available based on the need and experience of the selectee.
Benefits: NSA offers excellent benefits to include relocation assistance, flexible work schedules, generous leave programs, paid personal fitness time, training and continuing education classes, health and life insurance, Federal Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), and a Federal retirement plan.
Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible). Operational tempo may require extended hours and/or weekend duty. The selectee should be prepared to travel occasionally to meetings in the greater Washington, DC area.
How To Apply - External:
Apply soonest, as job postings can close earlier than stated end dates due to changes in requirements. It is important to review and note the minimum qualifications, as only those applicants who meet the required qualifications will be contacted to continue the employment process. Please populate the resume tool to showcase any relevant work experience and education related to the position and answer any applicable screening questions. Information collected will be used to determine eligibility, and failure to provide accurate information may result in disqualification for this position.
A confirmation email will be sent after submission of the first application and also after any future updates to submitted applications. **Due to time sensitive communications regarding applications, please ensure your spam filters are configured to accept email from noreply@intelligencecareers.gov. For job vacancies that include stated testing requirements, also include the following: @uwe.nsa.gov, @nsa.gov, and @pearson.com**
U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. NSA is also committed to the promotion of diversity within its workforce. 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. 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 https://www.intelligencecareers.gov/NSA/diversity-and-inclusion.
The selectee is subject to random drug and polygraph testing. This position requires a TOP SECRET clearance and SPECIAL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION (SBI).
Applicants who are already a Defense Intelligence Senior Level (DISL) leader must submit a copy of their most recent SF-50 and may also submit a copy of their certification as a DISL. Applicants who are already a Senior Leader (SL/ST/SP) must submit a 1-page write up of the 5th Technical Qualification (Leading the Intelligence Community) along with their most recent SF-50. All other applicants must submit a 3-page maximum write up addressing all five Technical Qualifications listed in the \
DCIPS Disclaimer:
The 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. 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.
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