Assistant Inspector General for Technology Solutions Division

JobSummary

The U.S. Small Business Administration, Office of Inspector General (OIG) is seeking an exceptional leader who will direct the Technology Solutions Division of the OIG. We promote open and honest communication to create a positive work environment.

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HighGrade

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PromotionPotential

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SubAgencyName

Office of Inspector General

OrganizationCodes

OT/SB00

Relocation

False

HiringPath

• public
• ses

MCOTags

TotalOpenings

1

AgencyMarketingStatement

Since 1953, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has worked to ignite change and spark action so small businesses can confidently start, grow, expand, or recover. SBA continues to help small business owners and entrepreneurs pursue the American dream. SBA is the only cabinet-level federal agency fully dedicated to small business and provides counseling, capital, and contracting expertise as the nation's only go-to resource and voice for small businesses. In fulfillment of the Inspector General Act, SBA Office of Inspector General (OIG) provides auditing, investigative, and other services to support and assist SBA in achieving its statutory mission. The OIG provides independent, objective oversight to improve the integrity, accountability, and performance of SBA and its programs for the benefit of the American people. OIG seeks to improve SBA programs by identifying key issues facing the Agency, recommending corrective actions, and promoting a high level of integrity. To learn more about SBA OIG, please click here.

TravelCode

2

ApplyOnlineUrl

https://apply.usastaffing.gov/Application/Apply

DetailStatusUrl

https://apply.usastaffing.gov/Application/ApplicationStatus

MajorDuties

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations which include the strategic planning, policy formulation, direction, and coordination of mission activities, directing of technology and business process integration in the development programs and a comprehensive integrated approach to data science and analytics, and to the implementation of hardware, software, security, and related policies and processes to support information technology solutions across OIG. Makes recommendations to OIG senior executives, including the Inspector General (IG) and the DIG, on best practices to leverage information technology in the workplace to achieve measurable gains in program effectiveness in achieving mission objectives. Collaborates with the Office of the Chief Information Officer to ensure OIG's technology solutions are integrated and in compliance with SBA's IT network and enterprise and governing laws and regulations, to include specific care for certain types of information, including but not limited to, sensitive but unclassified information, corporate fiduciary information, personally identifiable information (PII), and personal health information. Collaborates with the Office of the Chief Information Officer to manage data storage, cloud computing, and electronic records management to meet operational needs of OIG and to comply with related laws and regulations. Provides direction and vision for the data analytics program to support organizational management and operating programs and operations. Establishes priorities for and promotes data analytical/science work that requires application of data mining techniques, statistical analysis, predictive analytics, text analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies, to support OIG's oversight of SBA's programs through audits, evaluations, investigations and civil enforcement actions. Directs the development of policies, procedures, and plans for the procurement, installation, and effective use of IT resources nationwide in carrying out the responsibilities of OIG under the IG Act of 1978. Identifies OIG and divisional IT budget and financial requirements, including procurement and contracting needs, and provides oversight of budgetary expenditures.

Education

There is a positive education requirement for this position. You MUST submit copies of your proof of education; failure to submit required documents by the close of the announcement WILL result in an ineligible rating. APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Click here to verify school accreditation. All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. *** If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. *** For further information, click on: Foreign Education.

Requirements

Evaluations

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. If you meet minimum qualifications, your Application Package will be further reviewed to determine if you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical Qualifications (TQs) listed above. ECQs and TQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. Highly Qualified applicants may undergo one or more interviews and may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration. Upon selection, if not already a member of the SES serving under a career appointment, the individual selected must have his/her executive qualifications certified by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB) before appointment to this position. The selected individual's application will be forwarded to the OPM for review and certification by the QRB, unless the selectee provides evidence of their noncompetitive status (i.e., a current SES, OPM QRB certified SESCDP graduate, or SES reinstatement eligible). Upon QRB certification, the selected individual will be required to serve a one-year probationary period. For more information regarding the SES, go to Hiring and Talent Development for the Senior Executive Service.

HowToApply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/4/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select and upload your résumé and/or other required documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the "Include Personal Information" section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and uploaded, (i.e., resume and other required documents) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail. Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed, and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages.

WhatToExpectNext

To verify the status of your application, sign in to your USAJOBS account (https://www.usajobs.gov/), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to. Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

RequiredDocuments

A complete application includes items described below. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible). Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants. 1. RESUME: All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages (i.e., 1 page that is double-sided or 2 pages that are one-sided each) showing all relevant experience. Applicants seeking initial career appointment to the Senior Executive Service (SES) must include evidence of the ECQs and TQs. PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER. Your resume should also include the following: Vacancy Number: 12940471 Full name, mailing and email addresses, day and evening telephone numbers Educational information, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type of degree received. Information about your paid and non-paid work experiences related to this position including job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary You may also include information about honors, awards, and special accomplishment. 2. VACANCY QUESTION/ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE RESPONSES: Responses are automatically submitted through USA Jobs when you apply to this vacancy. 3. ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documentation if applicable: CURRENT OR FORMER SES MEBERS: Must provide your SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibility. SES CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (SESCDP) GRADUATES: Verification of successful completion of an OPM-approved SESCDP and OPM SES QRB certification. CURRENT FEDERAL CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEE: Must provide a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting you are a current Federal Civil Service employee. STRONGLY RECOMMENDED: Most recent performance evaluation.

Benefits

BenefitsUrl

https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits

OtherInformation

SUITABILITY, CLEARANCE & REQUIREMENTS: A background investigation may be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination. Veteran's Preference: Veteran's preference is not applicable to the Senior Executive Service (SES). Mobility: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES leaders. Individuals selected for SES positions members may be subject to reassignment across geographical, organizational, and functional lines, and may be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm Employment Information Resources - Resource Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx) OPM must authorize any employment offers made to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employees in the executive branch. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES employee in the executive branch, you must disclose that to the Human Resources Office. If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, please contact OIGJOBS@sba.gov. There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents: Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights, for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting, which includes Rap Back, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation), and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information)

KeyRequirements

WithinArea

False

CommuteDistance

0

ServiceType

03

AnnouncementClosingType

01

AgencyContactEmail

OIGJobs@sba.gov

AgencyContactPhone

000-000-0000

SecurityClearance

Top Secret

DrugTestRequired

False

PositionSensitivitiy

Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk

AdjudicationType

• Suitability/Fitness