IT SPECIALIST (ENTARCH) (NO-5)
Commander, Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWARSYSCOM)
San Diego, CA · $122k–$158k a year · Posted October 23, 2026
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Pay compared with the market
This listing pays about $139,824 a year. Across 85 open it specialist listings that state pay, the middle half runs $88,000 to $130,000 and the median is $105,500. That is 33% above the median, above the middle half of those listings.
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About the job
Summary
This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.
Duties
You will exercise expertise in information technology, provide overarching technical direction regarding requirements, design, procurement, verification, validation, and life cycle maintenance of critical MLS and Cross-Domain Solution (CDS). You will lead the hardware strategy, manage capability integration, and oversee complex installations while navigating supply chain challenges and technology refresh cycles. You will serve as the primary technical authority for hardware architectures, overseeing all hardware aspects of producing and maintaining critical information warfare systems throughout their life cycle. You will proactively identify, mitigate, and escalate technical and hardware risks through the proper chai. You will effectively lead, integrate, and coordinate disparate functional groups, fostering a cohesive hardware team capable of overcoming complex integration challenges. You will oversee and execute System Operational Verification Tests (SOVT) during hardware installations. You will provide system models utilizing Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Digital Engineering (DE) processes as inputs for engineering change reviews and Configuration Control Boards (CCBs). You will direct the procurement, allocation, and tracking of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) hardware and software licenses, proactively managing renewals to prevent lapses in vendor support or operational capability.
Qualifications
Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band NO-04 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Managing design, procurement, integration, deployment, and/or life-cycle maintenance of hardware components; coordinating project activities related to plans, schedules, cost, or performance; utilizing system environments (e.g., SELinux and Red Hat Enterprise Linux [RHEL]); ensuring adherence to technical guidelines/standards. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/competency-based-policy/general-schedule/2200/2210-competency-based-policy/competency-based-qualification-standard/ Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
How you will be evaluated
In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. 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 be clear and specific when describing your experience. As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.
How to apply
Interested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to: https://navwar.yellogov.com/external/requisitions/-0liPWbT1hKXSHdboEdRzw POC: Jacqueline Dominguez Email: jacqueline.v.dominguez.civ@us.navy.mil Facsimile applications will not be considered. All resumes/applications must be received no later than the close date of this flyer. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant. Failure to submit a complete application package will result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration.
Other information
This position is in the Science & Technology Reinvention Laboratory (STRL) Human Resource Management System pay band for Department of Defense laboratories. The pay schedule and pay band for all Administrative Specialist/Professional Positions will be NO-1/2/3/4/5/6. This is a Cyberspace Workforce position, work role code Research & Development Specialist, proficiency level advanced the incumbent is required to obtain and maintain qualifications in DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Department of Navy policies. This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.