Drug Enforcement Administration · 6 days ago
Deputy Assistant Administrator, Information Systems Division
Arlington, VA
Part-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveThe Drug Enforcement Administration is seeking a Deputy Assistant Administrator for the Information Systems Division, responsible for leading the management and execution of the DEA's Information Technology Program. This role involves providing authoritative advice, overseeing IT services, and ensuring effective system design and operation to support DEA's mission requirements.
GovernmentLaw Enforcement
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serves as the principal advisor to the Assistant Administrator, Information Systems Division (TC) for all matters involving the Drug Enforcement Administration's Information Technology program
Conceives plans, directs and coordinates through subordinate managers, the full range of IT services required to meet the needs of DEA
Incumbent oversees the management, development, implementation, and evaluation of state-of the-art, cutting-edge, global information technology solutions, ensuring that they meet DEA's mission requirements
Responsible for response to the requirements identified by information systems users in the development, testing, integration, implementation, evaluation, operation and maintenance of information technology systems used to secure DEA's mission
Designs and develops strategic plans to ensure a sound integrated IT architecture and promotes effective system design and operation of all IT systems
Analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of IT projects and operations, ensuring that technical performance measures are met and that projects remain within budget and on time
Provides guidance and recommendations to senior agency officials and subordinates on advanced systems projects and resolves critical problems in a timely, cost-effective manner
Assists the Chief Information Officer (CIO) in developing agency directives to implement Congressional and executive level policy changes for information technology that impact computing resource requirements
Analyzes statutory requirements against existing directives to assess the degree of change necessary to comply with the new requirements, coordinates comments on revised directives as part of the review process and incorporates comments or resolves issues into final directives
Responsible for facilitating the acquisition and support of automated data processing hardware and software
Oversight and control budget execution for contractors through-out the Division
Advises senior management officials both internal and external to DEA on all aspects of IT programs
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Background and/or Security Clearance
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
Drug testing designated position
New appointees must successfully complete a 1-year probationary period
This is a Senior Executive Service (SES) - Excepted Service Position
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution
Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications: MTQ 1 - Expert knowledge of best practices in information technology management and acquisitions, and skill in managing complex IT programs that support an enterprise vision, create improved customer service, and ensure IT program performance in a large, geographically-dispersed organization
MTQ 2 - Experience in applying knowledge of system development methods, IT operations and cybersecurity to major acquisition programs to achieve the desired outcome of supporting the mission at the best value for the government
MTQ 3 - Successful performance in this position requires progressively responsible experience in the management, administration, direction, and control of Information Technology programs
ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people
ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades
ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality
ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture
ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors
Education: All academic degrees and coursework must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions
Desired Education: Undergraduate or Graduate Education or equivalent experience
Drug Testing Is Required For This Position
Selective Service: MALE APPLICANTS BORN AFTER 12/31/1959 must certify prior to job offer that they have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under Selective Service law
Benefits
Direct Deposit
Drug Testing Is Required For This Position
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
Company
Drug Enforcement Administration
The mission of the Drug Enforcement Administration is to enforce the controlled substances laws and regulations of the United States, and bring to the criminal and civil justice system of the United States, or any competent jurisdiction, organizations and their principal members involved in the growing, manufacture, or distribution of controlled substances appearing in or destined for illicit traffic in the U.S., and recommend and support non-enforcement programs aimed at reducing availability of illicit controlled substances.
Founded in 1973
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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Kurt Lund
Chief Technology Officer
F
Frank Kalder
CFO
Recent News
2025-12-30
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