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Technology. These will support the scientific and technical R&D for NOAA's operational satellite sensor payloads for earth observing polar-orbiting, geostationary, and space weather instruments, as well as measurements from other platforms. --The selected candidates will conduct instrument calibration/validation (cal/val) activities to ensure data quality, monitor current operational instrument performance, and prepare for future satellite instruments.

-- Mathematical models or algorithms are developed to interpret the measurements in terms of physical behavior to improve our understanding of the coupling of the Earth system components and their impact on our weather and climate. STAR

collects and supports the collection of in situ observations for the purpose of vicarious calibration of sensors, science product development, validation of data products, and fusion with satellite data.

Analyses of in situ observations are also carried out to provide input to the development and sustainment of satellite instruments and products and reduce risk. -- STAR distributes fit-for-purpose satellite data products to users on a routine and sustained basis. -- In support of the STAR goals, this theme has an enterprise-wide function and system orientated objectives for providing sensor and environmental science data and engagement of stakeholder needs for reliable and accurate data

from both sustained and integrated Earth observing system sensors and science applications resulting in an engaged and educated public with an improved capacity to make scientifically informed decisions.

-- The following positions are solicited in support of the above scope: ------------------ Physical Scientist, Scientific Programmer Analyst, and/or SME with in-depth knowledge on instrument radiometric, spectral, and spatial performance for sensors similar to ATMS, Cr IS, VIIRS, OMPS, and GOES-R/ABI; ------------------ Physical Scientist, Scientific Programmer Analyst, and/or SME for algorithm development using tools similar to Algorithm Development Library (ADL); ------------------ Physical Scientist, Scientific Programmer Analyst, and/or SME for geolocation determination and validation.

------------------ Technical/Scientific leads for Sensor Data Record (SDR) cal/val and algorithm development and validation will be considered for candidates with proven qualifications. -- Duties/Responsibilities: General Tasks ------------------ Ensuring that the satellite data produced by each of the NOAA operational sensors are of high quality and meet product requirements and user needs. -- This is achieved through extensive calibration/validation, scientific and technical research on sensor performance, characterization, anomaly resolution, re-calibration, and product validation by independent means.

------------------ Ensuring that the quality of the data produced by NOAA meet or exceed international standards, traceable to SI (International Systems of units), and best practices are followed in satellite instrument calibration/validation. -- ------------------ Supporting the radiative transfer model development and satellite data assimilation and supporting the cal/val of emerging sensors such as Small Sat, radio occultation, and Internet of Things.

------------------ Supporting current and future satellite payloads from CEOS (Committee on Earth Observation Satellites) and WMO (World Meteorological Organization) member countries and agencies. ------------------ Providing the science, program management and system engineering activities that provides the transition of satellite data, knowledge and technologies developed by STAR across the institutional boundaries of research and applications allowing end users the ability to transform satellite data into actionable knowledge. -- Specific Tasks ------------------ JPSS Satellite Instrument Cal/Val; ------------------ Integrated Cal/Val System; ------------------ GOES-R Instrument Cal/Val; ------------------ Met Op Instrument Cal/Val; ------------------ Space Weather Instrument Cal/Val; ------------------ Ocean Sensor Cal/Val; ------------------ Radio Occultation Cal/Val; ------------------ Small Sat Sensor Cal/Val; ------------------ Radiative Transfer Models (RTM); ------------------ Non-NOAA Sensor Cal/Val; ------------------ Product System Development and Implementation (PSDI) and Satellite Products and Services Review Board (SPSRB); ------------------ Risk Reduction; ------------------ Moderate/Experimental Service and Assurance Level; ------------------ System Engineering; ------------------ Data Assimilation; and, ------------------ Proving Ground, AWIPS Test and Evaluation and Science Training.

--Required Qualifications: ------------------ MS in physics, remote sensing, and/or related fields. ------------------ Hands on experience in satellite instrument Cal/Val. -- ------------------ Solid understanding of physical principles and strong analytical skills using physics and statistical methods. ------------------ Scientific programming skills Fortran, C/C++, and/or Python, etc.

-- ------------------ Strong communication and presentation skills and demonstrated experience in writing scientific and technical documents. ------------------ Good interpersonal and team-work skills. -- -- Preferred Qualifications: ------------------ Ph D in relevant disciplines. ------------------ Experience at NOAA, NASA, and/or NIST in similar task areas. ------------------ Experience using CRTM or other radiative transfer models ------------------ Experience with pre-launch and post-launch sensor characterization, cal/val, data analysis, algorithm, software updates, maintenance, ------------------ Experience coordinating with JPSS flight and ground operations, end-to-end experiment support associated with JCTs.

------------------ Use of ADL to test algorithm updates; Discrepancy Report Analysis, anomaly reports, delivery of PCTs, and science verification support for IDPS build-to-build tests -- IMSG Offers Competitive Benefits: ------------------ Medical, Dental, Vision ------------------ FSA, HSA ------------------ 401k matching ------------------ Tuition Reimbursement ------------------ Professional Organizations and Memberships ------------------ Critical Illness ------------------ Legal Insurance ------------------ Paid Time off ------------------ EAP (Employee Assistance Program) ------------------ Travel Assistance ------------------ Additional Perks -- Candidates must be a U.

S. Citizen or Green Card Holder to qualify (US Citizen must live in US for 3-5 years prior to application) (please indicate in your cover letter). -- To Apply Please apply online at IM Systems Group, Inc. - Current Opportunities () -- IMSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran and Disability friendly. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision -- --PIb5b718cc49aa-25660-33353849

development and team management skills to join our great team at Rockville, MD. If you wantto learn, grow, and help, then this is the job for you. What you do matters and has significant impact on the medical and scientific communities we serve. Your work here matters and has real impact.

This Lead will develop and leads custom software applications efforts for client user community consisting of approximately 4,500 intramural and employees, contractors, and collaborators. However, applications are increasingly being developed for access by the public, and so the scope and visibility of any developed application may be unlimited. Custom applications have been developed in the following

functional areas: Scientific Reporting Services and System Support; Grants Management Systems; Contracts Managements Systems; Human Resources Management Systems; Administrative Management Systems; and Other Management Systems.

The ideal candidate should have strong software architecture and development experience and be very comfortable in learning an existing product and adjusting product architecture as customer requirements or technology evolves. Responsibilities : Define robust architectures for new applications, leveraging and enhancing existing building blocks or creating new reusable components: Enhances existing application as per customer requirements: Provides decision on adjusting

product architecture as customer requirements, market conditions and technology evolves: Identifies and articulates new technology, programming, design methodology, and best practices: Developments and Maintains Technical Documentation: Provides estimates on technology solutions delivery and integration effort: Plays a key system integrator and architect role on implementing web application: Provides Technical guidance to the proposed solution should be provided to the project teams as needed: Manages and performs web application deployments: Perform root cause analysis for production issues and provide solution in timely fashion: Maintain traceability between requirements, design and test case: Meet objectives as assigned and interact with the project team to organize timelines, responsibilities and deliverables.Manage and supervise a team of Software Developers.Develop and maintain good communications and working relationships with team members: Lead in the development and implementation of new technologies.Lead in testing and evaluating new upgrades to technologies.Other activities as determined as important by the Program Manager.

Job Requirements : At least 8 years of experience designing, developing and deploying web: based applications with ASP.

NET 4.0 or above using C.BS/MS degree in MIS, CS, or related discipline is required.8+ years of experience in designing and developing new features and/or maintaining existing applications developed on ASP. NET MVC.Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast: paced environment under deadline pressure.Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities.Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with various teams.Ability to communicate well and work in a collaborative team environment.Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.Excellent problem: solving abilities.Applicants selected will be subject to a Public Trust background security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information.Place of performance will be on: site at client (or NETE office) location in Rockville, MD Monday to Friday.

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organized, and detail: oriented Cyber Security Architectto join our dynamic team at Rockville, MD. If you want to learn, grow, and help then this is the job for you. We support a project/customer that seeks to better understand, treat, and ultimately prevent infectious, immunologic, and allergic disease seeks fundamental knowledge about the nature and behavior of living systems and the application of that knowledge to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce illness and disability.

" What you do matters and has significant impact on the medical and scientific communities we serve. Your work here really matters and has real impact. Responsibilities NTTDATA is seeking an information

security architect who will be a key member of a consulting team providing advice and support, to federal agencies, in the areas of Information Security. This role will be primarily responsible for : Providing security architecture support and interfacing across the program.

This includes, but is not limited to, cybersecurity solutions, business development support, creating presentations and presenting at both internal and client engagement meetings, and providing technical strategy for solutions, guidance, policy, and implementations. : Review configuration of security solutions applied in protecting company asset such that the implemented SIEM solution reports all pertinent events

and ensure it effectively identify and alert upon potential security events, as well as reduce false positives simultaneously.

Assist in the configuration of intrusion detection and prevention solutions based in the host and network servers to effectively identify potential security incidents. Recommend and review dashboards for monitoring security information for the management and Information Security team, to be able to provide various degree of visibility both real: time and over extended periods of the security events within the environment. Participate in the process of selecting and reviewing of information security solutions. Assist in compiling and producing reports on monthly issue and trend for the enhancement of the functions of the Enterprise Security and Support management.

Make recommendations for changes to the environment that can help in the removal of vulnerabilities and reduction in the risk of exploitation that may result in potential incidents. Participate in ensuring team processes and documentation are effectively documented and maintained. Job Requirements : BA or BS degree in MIS, CS, or related cybersecurity discipline or equivalent experience.Minimum 8 years' experience in Information Security is required along with excellent knowledge of at least 3 of the following: stylelist: style: type: circle: backssment and Accreditation of systems: Security Operations Center support: Vulnerability management and remediation: Carving, compiling and analyzing security incident related artifacts: Network forensics: Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills required.Overall Risk Management processes (e.

g. methods for backssing, mitigating, and accepting risks).Cybersecurity principles, security models, organizational requirements (w. r. t. confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, non: repudiation), cyber threats, risks and vulnerabilities, cryptography and cryptographic key management concepts, host/network access control mechanisms (e.

g. ACLs), network access, identity, and access management (e. g. PKIs), Computer networking concepts and protocols, and

Duties As the Director for Public Affairs you will provide authoritative advice and counsel to the Chair in carrying out his/her responsibilities as principal spokesperson for the U.

S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and promoting and communicating the agency's policies and initiatives with the public and news media.

This includes directing the development, implementation, and management of external communications, ensuring implementation of a proactive public information program, and developing key strategies that contribute to increasing public confidence. You will be responsible for keeping the Chair and Commission informed of public interest in and news coverage of NRC's

regulatory activities as well as providing timely, clear and accurate information on NRC activities to the public. Consult and advise the Chair, Commissioners, Executive Director for Operations (EDO), and other senior management officials on potential public reaction to agency policy, decisions, and actions.

Duties may include, but are not limited to: Serves as a primary spokesperson for the Chair; advises on strategies for communicating the agency's message, and represents the agency and the Chair in communications with the public and news media. Provides leadership, coordination, expertise and recommendations to develop consistent and timely external communications, strategies, products,

and services, and to effectively utilize all communications tools and media to increase public awareness of, and confidence in, the agency's major initiatives, policies, regulations and goals.

Provides communication policy advice and support for the Chair, Commissioners, Executive Director for Operations, and other senior management officials. Considers the communications aspect of policy determinations and makes recommendations accordingly. Briefs and advises senior level officials on the impact and success of communication campaigns and initiatives. Evaluates communications and outreach policies and activities, and recommends modification and adoption of policies and strategies to implement a pro-active and responsive program that will ensure dissemination and use of coordinated themes and messages.

Provides timely, clear, and accurate information on NRC activities to the public and media through news releases, responses to public inquiries, fact sheets, brochures, interviews, web postings, social media posts, and videos. Directs and manages press conferences, press briefings, and interviews for the Chair. Ascertains the nature of expected press interviews, probable lines of inquiry, other applicable information considerations, and any other factors that will assist NRC program officials to provide responsive information to the public.

Plans, develops, and analyzes a variety of informational material and services designed to focus national, regional, local, or specialized audience attention on NRC policies or programs. Uses information to provide material in various forms for oral and written presentations for the Chair. Such materials include, but are not limited to speeches, articles, editorials, correspondence for Chair signature, etc. addressing the full scope of agency policies and programs. In preparation for major speeches, articles, or other written material, works closely with the Chair and other relevant components within the agency.

Reviews and evaluates speaking invitations for the Chair in accordance with established policies and precedents and presents conclusions and recommendations on whether and how to use the proposed platform for disseminating agency information. Defines possible benefits and disadvantages of participation and recommends accordingly. Establishes and maintains relationships with the news and information media, key officials, specialized groups interested in or affected by agency programs, and the public in order to create a meaningful exchange between them and the agency's officials, and to communicate and disseminate program information which results in an understanding of NRC's mission and activities.

Implements corporate management strategies consistent with the Agency's Strategic Plan. Develops and implements recruitment, development and retention strategies to achieve a high quality diverse workforce with the skills needed to accomplish program goals and objectives. Identifies critical skill and training needs of the organization and identifies and implements human capital strategies to close critical skill gaps.

Ensures staff recruitment, development and retention strategies promote workforce diversity and diversity management. Requests and utilizes financial resources effectively and efficiently to accomplish agency mission and goals. Ensures that staff performance is managed effectively, performance plans identify key performance priorities and appraisal results indicate meaningful distinctions are made in staff performance backssments. Requirements Conditions of Employment U. S. Citizenship Required Background investigation leading to a clearance is required for new hires.

This is a Drug Testing position. 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. You must have substantial supervisory or leadership experience which demonstrates the ability to successfully carry out the roles and responsibilities described above, typically evidenced by experience in progressively more responsible supervisory or leadership positions. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and the Professional/Technical Qualifications (PTQs) listed below.

Applicants who do not meet or do not demonstrate possession of the ECQs and PTQs in their application will be eliminated from further consideration. All applicants must submit an online resume and online written statements (narrative or bullet format acceptable) describing your accomplishments against each of the ECQs. You must address each ECQ separately and are required to respond to all ECQs. Abbreviated responses to the ECQs, such as " significant experience" or " see resume" do not provide enough information and will not be accepted.

You will not be considered for this position if you leave any of the ECQs and vacancy questions unanswered. Qualifications You must have substantial supervisory or leadership experience which demonstrates the ability to successfully carry out the roles and responsibilities described above, typically evidenced by experience in progressively more responsible supervisory or leadership positions. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and the Professional/Technical Qualifications (PTQs) listed below.

Applicants who do not meet or do not demonstrate possession of the ECQs and PTQs in their application will be eliminated from further consideration. All applicants must submit an online resume and online written statements (narrative or bullet format acceptable) describing your accomplishments against each of the ECQs. You must address each ECQ separately and are required to respond to all ECQs. Abbreviated responses to the ECQs, such as " significant experience" or " see resume" do not provide enough information and will not be accepted.

You will not be considered for this position if you leave any of the ECQs and vacancy questions unanswered. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): Applicants must submit online written statements (narrative or bullet format acceptable) describing accomplishments that would satisfy the ECQs. You must address each ECQ separately and are required to respond to all ECQs. Note: Current career SES members, former career SES members eligible for reinstatement, and SES Candidate Development graduates (with Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Review Board (QRB) certification) are encouraged, but not required, to address the ECQs to be considered.

Use the following approach to describe your accomplishments: Challenge-Context-Action-Result (CCAR) Model Use one to two examples of relevant experience for each ECQ. The number of examples is not as important as ensuring that your experience matches the ECQ criteria. Challenge - Describe a specific problem or goal. Context - Describe the individuals and groups you worked with, and/or the environment in which you worked, to address a particular challenge (e. g. clients, co-workers, members of Congress, shrinking budget, low morale).

Action - Discuss the specific actions you took to address a challenge. Result - Give specific examples of measures/outcomes that had some impact on the organization. These accomplishments demonstrate the quality and effectiveness of your leadership skills. Each accomplishment should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities; the scope and complexity of the programs, activities, or services you managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertaken; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues you addressed; and the results of your actions.

You should use action-oriented leadership words to describe your experience and accomplishments (e. g. Led the development and implementation of.) and quantify your experience wherever possible to demonstrate your accomplishments (e. g. number of employees supervised; size of budget managed; amount of money saved, etc. ). Please limit your written statements to the space provide (8,000 characters) per ECQ. You must provide the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of responsible individuals who can verify the information provided for each ECQ.

Additional information on the ECQs is available at. Example ECQ statements are available at. Executive Core Qualifications: ECQ 1 - Leading Change: The ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. Competencies: Creativity and Innovation, External Awareness, Flexibility, Resilience, Strategic Thinking, Vision. ECQ 2 - Leading People: The ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals.

Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Competencies: Conflict Management, Leveraging Diversity, Developing Others, Team Building. ECQ 3 - Results Driven: The ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. Competencies: Accountability, Customer Service, Decisiveness, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving, Technical Credibility.

ECQ 4 - Business Acumen: The ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. Competencies: Financial Management, Human Capital Management, Technology Management. ECQ 5 - Building Coalitions: The ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. Competencies: Partnering, Political Savvy, Influencing/Negotiating.

PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (PTQs) All applicants must submit online written statements (narrative or bullet format acceptable) of accomplishments that would satisfy the following PTQs. You must address each PTQ separately. Please limit your written statements to the space provided (8,000 characters) per PTQ, attached examples will not be accepted, please use the space provided. PTQ 1 - Broad knowledge of communication principles, methods, practices, and techniques sufficient to direct the formulation, implementation and management of external communications policies, strategies, and programs for the purpose of increasing public awareness of, and confidence in, the agency's major initiatives, policies, regulations, and goals.

PTQ 2 - Demonstrated ability to provide authoritative advice and counsel to senior officials on matters associated with external communications and public information functions and activities. PTQ 3 - Knowledge and ability to maintain relationships with public information media (print, radio, television, social media, etc. )How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. You will be evaluated on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education as they relate to the qualifications for this position.

Your application will be evaluated by a rating panel, and highly qualified candidates may be invited to participate in an interview and undergo reference checks. The NRC Executive Resources Board (ERB) will review results and make recommendations to the selecting official and appointing authority. Unless you have been already certified by an Office of Personnel Management Qualifications Review Board (QRB) in the past, your Executive Core Qualifications must be certified by a QRB before appointment can occur.

You may for this vacancy. Required Documents Online resume and responses to vacancy questions. A copy of a recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, or other documentation, that indicates Federal status, tenure, and grade. If you are currently serving under a Senior Executive Service (SES) career appointment, or are eligible for reinstatement to the SES based on a previous career appointment, please submit a copy of your Standard Form 50 (SF-50) that documents your SES career appointment and/or eligibility for reinstatement.

If you are a graduate of an Office of Personnel Management (OPM) approved SES Candidate Development Program, please submit a copy of your OPM certification of eligibility. If you are a NRC employee you are required to submit your most recent Rating of Record (Performance Appraisal) or a statement saying that one is not available. If you are a federal employee it is requested that you submit your most recent Rating of Record (Performance Appraisal). All supplemental documents may be submitted electronically and should be submitted before the closing date of this vacancy announcement. You have three choices for submitting your supplemental documents: Use the " USAJOBS" feature to download documents from your USAJOBS portfolio; or Use the " Upload" feature to upload documents directly from your computer.

The following types of documents can be uploaded:gif,jpeg,png,rtf,pfg,pdf,doc,docx; or Use the " Fax" feature to print the Fax Cover Sheet and fax it, along with your supplemental documents to -xyz X. You may also send a copy of your supplemental material directly to Amanda Noonan, Human Resources Specialist, at PDN-9b0218d-a01b-982a344f2231