Sr. Information Technology Specialist (Financial Operations)

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Sr. Information Technology Specialist (Financial Operations)

Location:

Rockville, MD

Description:

Summary This position is located in the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), Data, Information Management and Enterprise Governance (DIME). The supervisor is Dafna Silberfeld This position is Bargaining Unit with the National Treasury Employees Union, Chapter 208. This position is subject to Confidential Financial Disclosure and security ownership restriction reporting requirements. Duties The successful candidate will serve as the principal technologist managing various aspects of the Agency's IT financial operations (FinOps). This role includes management of enterprise cloud computing financial operations, along with support for other FinOps-related activities including analysis in support of vendor licensing models, hardware/software acquisition strategies, and Return on Investment (ROI) for IT development projects.Overall work to support cloud computing FinOps includes ensuring the optimization of NRC's IT investments and information management practices to continuously enhance the cost-effective delivery of cloud computing services in the context of developments in the external IT environment; keeping current with such developments and exploring opportunities for their effective implementation within the NRC enterprise; and participating fully with senior-level NRC leadership in the planning, executive direction, analysis and operation of the enterprise cloud computing services. Such duties include but are not limited to: Serves as the primary administrator of the Agency's enterprise cloud computing FinOps program and provides advice to the CIO and Deputy CIO on policy and implementation strategy to optimize cloud cost and operational efficiency. Partners with the cloud architect, cloud engineer, and other development and operations teams to understand current cloud spending, and delivers accurate forecasts based on business drivers, system roadmaps and the agency Strategic IT roadmap and collaborates with partners to continuously identify cloud cost optimization opportunities and drive strategic cost-savings initiatives that improve cost control. Leads in the creation and maintenance of internal documentation on FinOps, cost optimization, and onboarding processes and works with development and operations teams to define workflows that allow teams to implement self-serve reporting, automating critical metric reporting, and recommending enhancements that simplify budget execution and formulation processes. In collaboration with the CIO, develops a culture of cost accountability among teams by staying updated on cloud's evolving service offerings, trends, pricing models, and driving the implementation of Finops standard processes to enhance efficiency and provides authoritative expert support for various requests such as cloud billing and cost inquiries. Other work to support additional FinOps activities includes, but is not limited to, analysis and recommendations related to cost-effective options for utilizing large vendor software licensing models, analysis and recommendations for cost-effective hardware and software acquisition strategies, and support of Return on Investment (ROI) analysis for various, proposed IT development projects. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship Required This is a Drug Testing position. Background investigation leading to a clearance is required for new hires. You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position. Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following: Knowledge and experience analyzing and leveraging cloud operational and financial data to optimize enterprise cloud services. This includes applying best practices associated with cloud services and associated technologies in cloud operations, development, security, and operations. Knowledge and experience in the preparation of comprehensive analyses and reports to produce relevant insights from large raw datasets within cloud billing and usage tools, data lake, etc. Demonstrated ability to work with other managers and staff in different functional and mission organizations to develop, implement, and operationalize enterprise cloud computing strategic plans, policies, guidelines, procedures, and standards. Advanced skill in oral and written communication skills to effectively convey and present the most complex and detailed information of a technical andor policy nature to colleagues, peers, senior management officials, and representatives of other institutions, agencies, or organizations to achieve cooperation and consensus among parties with diverse and often conflicting viewpoints or objectives. Knowledge and understanding of applicable federal IT laws and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) policy such as OMB Circular A-130, NIST Federal Information Processing Standards and guidelines, and GSA guidance included in the Federal Information Resources Management Regulation (FIRMR). SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as Significant, broad-based knowledge of IT including cloud computing, infrastructure, platforms, development, operations, and support. Comprehensive knowledge of the wide variety of databases utilized in cloud computing spaces such as SQL/no SQL, Big Data and relational/non-relational data stores; expertise in effectively utilizing public cloud financial and cost management tools; experience acquiring licensing and services from large IT vendors; and experience with Federal budget formulation, budget execution, and contracting processes. A description of how you possess the specialized experience as well as how you meet the qualifications desired in an ideal candidate should be addressed in your resume. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the job requirements. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to any vacancy questions to determine your level of knowledge, skill and ability related to the job requirements. If you are among the top candidates for this position, your application will be referred to the hiring manager.Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position. You may for this vacancy. Required Documents List of supplemental material that may be applicable:If you are an NRC employee, you are required to submit your most recent Rating of Record (Performance Appraisal) or a statement saying that one is not available. Additionally , you must also submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action).If you are a current/reinstatement eligible Federal employee with status (Tenure Group 1 or 2), you will be considered under our merit promotion procedures and must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) to verify competitive status or reinstatement eligibility. Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.) You can find additional information about Veterans' Preference at http://www.fedshirevets.gov/. NOTE: Your complete application includes your resume, your responses to any vacancy questions, and if necessary, documents which prove your eligibility to apply. To ensure all of the essential information is in your resume, we encourage you to use the r. If you choose to use your own resume, please ensure it contains all of the required information and you organize it so we can associate the following information for each experience/position. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further. Job title Name of employer Beginning and ending dates of employment (month/year) format Hours worked per week. We will assume full-time unless otherwise stated. We will prorate part-time employment in crediting experience. Detailed description of job duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities to include any supervisory/managerial responsibilities and number of staff supervised (if applicable). Series and grade or equivalent (if a federal position). If the position has an education requirement or you are qualifying on the basis of education, please submit your transcript OR list your education history including the type of degree and your major of study. If the position requires a certain number of credit hours, you are strongly encouraged to list the relevant courses along with the course credits in your resume. Do not include a photograph or video of yourself, or any sensitive information (age, date of birth, marital status, protected health information, religious affiliation, social security number, etc.) on your resume or cover letter. We will not access web pages linked on your resume or cover letter to determine your qualifications. If you are applying for a position that requires a college degree, you must submit your College Transcripts.All supplemental documents will now be collected electronically and should be submitted before the closing date of this vacancy announcement. You have three choices for submitting your supplemental documents:1. Use the "USAJOBS" feature to download documents from your USAJOBS portfolio; or2. use the "Upload" feature to upload documents directly from your computer. The following types of documents can be uploaded: .gif, .jpeg, .png, .rtf, .pdf, and .doc; or3. use the "Fax" feature to print the Fax Cover Sheet and fax it, along with your supplemental documents to 1-571-258-XXXX. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from . Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. PDN-9bfdbcb0-fe4e-401f-ac6f-fd16950ddb27

Company:

U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission

Industry:

Other

Posted:

May 8 on Professional Diversity Network

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