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Associate Director for Capabilities

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MANDATORY QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: Eligibility for this executive level position will be based upon a clear demonstration that the applicant has experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry out the assignments of the position. Successful applicants will be distinguished from other applicants by a review of the Technical Qualification (TQs) and Education Requirements, if required. An applicant's resume must show that their experience, education and accomplishments reflect the competence and professional standing required to provide expertise needed for this position. RESUMES MUST NOT EXCEED TWO (2) PAGES. Resumes over the two (2) page limit will not be reviewed and will be disqualified. Resumes that do not clearly address TQs will not be adequate for evaluation. Failure to meet a TQ requirement will disqualify an applicant. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): 1. Proficient understanding of managing modern network infrastructure, data management, current technological trends, including AI/ML/Internet of things (IoT)/CV, cybersecurity, and Cloud management technologies. 2. Strong agile project management (PM) skills. 3. Extensive knowledge of government policies, guidelines and procedures in the field of information technology. 4. Strong analytical acumen, adept at simplifying complex problems, and skilled in orchestrating effective plans to address challenges and minimize risks; excellent written, oral, and presentation skills; action-oriented and self-driven with excellent interpersonal skills. 5. CAE Specific Experience/Certification as an "Acquisition Key Leadership Position", if applicable. 6. PM Advanced Certification, 10 years of acquisition experience in an acquisition workforce position, with at least 4 years performed while assigned to a Critical Acquisition Position, a 3-year tenure agreement, and experience as a Program Manager or Deputy Program Manager are required for appointment as CAE. 7. Completion of DAU's Program Manager's Courses (PMT 4010 and PMT 4020) within 6 months of assuming the position. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: In addition to the above Technical Qualifications, the below qualifications are also desired: 1. Experience at the Defense Intelligence SES (DISES) Tier 2 level or equivalent (examples of equivalent position designations: SIS-2, SNIS Executive-2, SES-II, SES-III, military experience at the General or Flag Officer level), or relevant experience in the private sector/industry with a minimum fifteen (15) years post-Bachelor's relevant work experience in a reputable organization, five (5) years of which must be in a senior management position. 2. Government experience could include assignments as a: leader/deputy of an organization at or below Agency level; component Director or Deputy; successful joint duty at the Tier 2 level; senior functional authority with strategic focus on and direct accountability for managing major programs; managing or performing as the senior technical advisor for large programs, personnel or organizations; experience in budget formulation, overseeing, and enforcing Component/Agency policy; experience as the approval authority for major command or equivalent policies, resources, and programs; representing specific functional areas at interagency meetings; and experience serving on strategic boards, committees, and other groups pertaining to assigned functional areas and knowledge of the NSG and ASG programs. Understanding of and/or practical experience in Joint Targeting processes at the Combatant Command and Joint Force Command levels; specific knowledge/expertise in GEOINT support to targeting. Private sector/industry experience could include assignments in significant leadership positions in digital transformation initiatives; spearheading Cloud-based within large organizations; leveraging data analysis tools and business intelligence platforms to make data-driven decisions and optimize business processes; relevant professional certifications (CSM, PMP, ITIL, CISM, etc.); budget execution, acquisitions, program management.