DFAS · 23 hours ago
IT SPECIALIST (APPSW)
The US Defense Finance and Accounting Service is seeking an IT Specialist (APPSW) to maintain computer programs and analyze software requirements. The role involves collaborating with technical personnel to clarify requirements and prepare system documentation to improve software development processes.
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Responsibilities
Maintains computer programs using an extensive knowledge of JAVA Web programming language
Analyzes functional and technical requirements of proposed or existing software and information systems to determine avenues of development or modification necessary to meet mission objectives
Participates in systems requirement reviews and coordinates with customer/functional representatives and other technical personnel to clarify requirements
Identifies how system modifications or new systems or subsystems affect current systems; establishes target completion dates; and prioritizes proposed system changes or developments
Prepares system documentation for purposes of improving software development processes in accordance with acceptable industry standards
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship or National
Suitable for Federal Employment
Registered for Selective Service (if applicable)
Favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment
Attention to Detail- experience reviewing my own information technology-related work or data and have been asked by others to review their work or data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards
Customer Service- experience maintaining relationships with customers, assessing current information technology needs of customers, and developing or identifying information technology products and services that are tailored to meet customer needs
Oral Communication- briefing mid-level management and IT staff on the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the communication of technical information to a non-technical audience
Problem Solving- identifying alternatives to address complex information technology-related issues by gathering and applying information from a variety of sources that provide a number of potential solutions
One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade GS-11 in the federal service
Experience developing, implementing, coding, testing, operating, and modifying software and automated systems
Conducting systems requirement reviews and take necessary corrective action
Applying complex IT principles and practices in the software development process
Using JAVA Web programming language to code and maintain software engineering solutions
Benefits
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Retirement benefits
Paid time off
Educational benefits