IT SPECIALIST (CLOUD ENGINEER)

JobSummary

Join the team! This position is located in the Headquarters Office of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Network Engineering Branch (TSNE), Technical Services Division (ITTS), Office of Information and Technology (EXIT). As an Information Technology Specialist, the incumbent independently performs a variety of highly complex assignments, which are broad in scope and directly impact the mission of the CPSC.

LowGrade

13

HighGrade

13

PromotionPotential

13

OrganizationCodes

OT/SK00

Relocation

False

HiringPath

• fed-competitive
• fed-transition
• mspouse
• vet

MCOTags

TotalOpenings

1

AgencyMarketingStatement

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TravelCode

1

ApplyOnlineUrl

https://jobs.monstergovt.com/cpsc/ros/rosDashboard.hms?O=1&J=22571

DetailStatusUrl

https://jobs.monstergovt.com/cpsc/ros/rosDashboard.hms?O=1&J=22571&S=1

MajorDuties

• The vacancy open period has been extended, and the vacancy will now close on Thursday, April 30, 2026. The IT Specialist (Cloud Engineer) is responsible for providing the full range support and security for cloud computing services and platforms, including Software as a Service (SaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), and Platform as a Service (PaaS). Incumbent ensures that all infrastructure components adhere to agency standards for security, configuration, implementation, and documentation. Incumbent provides oral and written information and reports as needed and makes recommendations to accomplish Commission goals. Under the direction of the Chief of the Network Engineering Branch, the incumbent serves as an Information Technology (IT) Specialist in EXIT and is the technical lead for the Agency's cloud computing efforts. The incumbent is responsible for the following duties: Serve as the operations and management principal for the Agency's cloud services, maximizing services automation and control while optimizing the cloud spend. Lead cloud services requirements analysis, design, planning, implementation, administration, troubleshooting, monitoring, performance analysis, security, and cost management for the enterprise. Develop, maintain, and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions (e.g., Azure Resource Manager/Bicep templates, Terraform) to automate provisioning, configuration, and governance of cloud resources in accordance with agency standards Develop systems security contingency plans and disaster recovery procedures for the Agency's cloud services. Analyze and implement Federal security guidelines, testing solutions, and documenting guidelines per the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) and the Agency's security policies. Ensure rigorous application of information security (INFOSEC) / information assurance policies, principles, and practices in the delivery of all IT services. Provide consultation and leadership for the Agency's cloud computing and services, including architecture, configuration, security best practices, and strategies to support the Agency's mission and operational requirements. Assist in establishing and maintaining robust governance, compliance, and risk management programs for the Agency's cloud services. Diagnosing and resolving problems in response to customer reported incidents; configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining cloud services; and developing customer support policies, procedures, and standards. Integrate IT Service Management and monitoring tools with cloud services for IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS provisioning, monitoring, and maintenance. Maintain in-depth understanding of the business value of the cloud while collaborating and leveraging synergies across the various the Agency's program areas. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

This position does not have a mandatory education requirement. There is no substitution for specialized experience at this grade level.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen. This is a Public Trust Position. Employment in this position requires a background investigation. If you are selected and cannot meet the criteria requirement for the pre-employment waiver and/or a favorable suitability determination within a reasonable period of time due to disclosed or undisclosed background issues, the employment offer may be withdrawn. If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Please see http://www.sss.gov for more information. Selectees will be required to complete a "Declaration of Federal Employment", (OF-306), prior to appointment and the appropriate background investigation forms to determine suitability for Federal employment. False statements or responses on these forms can jeopardize your employment opportunity and subject you to disciplinary action, including removal from Federal service. The selectee will be required to complete a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the I-9 Form. We will compare information provided on the I-9 Form to records available from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The system confirms employee's identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period (depending on your status) during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the CPSC; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the CPSC or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Evaluations

After the vacancy closes, we will review your application package to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your responses to the assessment, resume and supporting documentation will then be reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME). The best-qualified candidates will be identified for referral to the hiring manager and may be invited to an interview. 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. CTAP/ICTAP candidates will be eligible for selection priority if it is determined that they have exceeded the minimum qualifications for the position by attaining at least a "well qualified" rating (Rating of at least 85 out of 100). Please ensure that your resume contains specific information such as position titles, beginning and ending dates of employment for each position, average number of hours worked per week, salary, duties performed for each position, and if the position is/was in the Federal government, you should provide the position series and grade level/pay band. You may preview questions for this vacancy.

HowToApply

This vacancy announcement is being advertised simultaneous to vacancy announcement 2441TSNE-2026-0001 (Delegated Examining). Applicants who wish to be considered under both announcements must apply separately. You MUST apply on-line through USAJobs. Your application must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the closing date of this announcement. Uploaded resumes must include the following: applicant contact information and educational and professional background information including dates of employment and education, salary (and Federal grade level, if appropriate), and work schedule (i.e., FT/PT). Incomplete applications will not be considered and you will not be contacted to provide any missing information. To begin the application process, select the "Apply On-line" button to the right on this screen. Then follow the prompts to login/register, submit all required supplemental documents, and complete the application process. If you are having trouble with USAJOBS (searching for jobs, account password/profile issues, or Resume Builder): please visit the USAJOBS Help Center. If experiencing any difficulties with the online application process (anything after you have clicked the 'Continue to Agency Site' button): please email recruitapps@cpsc.gov between normal business hours (8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET; except federal holidays). If receiving any kind of error message, please provide a screenshot or at a minimum, the error message text number.

WhatToExpectNext

After the closing date of the announcement, your package will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Best qualified candidates will be forwarded to the selecting official for consideration and may be interviewed. You may check the status of your application at any time after the announcement closes by logging onto USAJOBS and selecting "Application Status." You will be notified of your application status through USAJOBS at four points during the hiring process, as applicable. To view CPSC's Anti Human Trafficking Code of Conduct.

RequiredDocuments

Your package must be complete and submitted in the manner specified in this section. Packages that are submitted in any other manner without prior approval from the agency point of contact will not be considered. A complete application includes: 1. Resume; 2. Vacancy question responses; and 3. Submission of any required documents. 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). Your resume must clearly demonstrate, in two pages or less, how your skills and experiences align with the "Qualifications" section and support your questionnaire responses. We cannot assume required experience based on your work or academic history. If your resume exceeds two pages, only the first two will be reviewed. You may use the USAJOBS Resume Builder or upload your own resume. If uploading, ensure it includes all required information and is organized so we can match the following to each position: Job title Employer name Employment dates (MM/DD/YYYY) Hours worked per week (full-time assumed; part-time prorated) Detailed duties, accomplishments, skills, responsibilities, and supervisory details (if applicable) Series and grade or equivalent (for federal positions, if applicable) Do not include a photograph or video of yourself, or any sensitive information (age, date of birth, marital status, social security number, etc.) on your resume or cover letter. We will not access web pages linked on your resume or cover letter to determine your qualifications. Current Federal Employees: If you are a current you must submit a copy of your most recent SF Form 50, Notification of Personnel Action, that shows: (1) permanent or career-conditional tenure (codes 1 or 2, in block 24), and (2) position occupied in the competitive service (code 1, in block 34). To be considered as a competitive eligible candidate, the SF-50 must show the highest grade level or promotion potential level applicant has attained competitively and grade must be equivalent or higher than the grade for which applying. Indicate on your application the highest permanent grade you have held; if this grade is different from your current grade, submit a copy of an additional SF-50 showing this grade. Reinstatement: If you are a former federal employee (separated from Federal service for at least 1 year) and you want to be considered as a non-competitively eligible for reinstated to a higher grade or full performance level than which you left federal employment, then you MUST provide a copy of your separation SF-50 (the "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2") AND your most recent performance appraisal that you received from your federal employment which shows at least a fully successful rating. Veterans' Preference (If Applicable) - If claiming veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 (Member 4 copy), or other official documentation from a branch of the Armed Forces or the Department of Veterans Affairs showing dates of service and type of discharge. Ten-point preference eligibles must also submit an Application for 10-point Veteran Preference, SF-15, along with the required documentation listed on the back of the SF-15 form. For more information on veterans' preference view FedsHireVets. CTAP/ICTAP eligibles must annotate your questionnaire to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP/ICTAP eligible and you must submit appropriate documentation (such as: a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location). If you are eligible for special hiring authority, please indicate this when you apply, and submit the supporting documentation for proof of eligibility for the special hiring authority, such as disability, Peace Corps service, Interchange Agreement, etc. Other documents identified in this announcement. All supplemental documents must be submitted electronically before the closing date of this vacancy announcement. You have two choices for submitting your supplemental documents: 1. Download from your USAJOBS account; or 2. Upload your file(s) Failure to submit required documents, based upon how you apply, may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted. Official documents are not required at the time of application, copies are sufficient. If selected, official documentation must be submitted prior to appointment.

Benefits

CPSC offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: paid vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays per year, life and health insurance, Long Term Care insurance, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending account program, and retirement savings and investment plan similar to 401(k) (Thrift Savings Plan). CPSC also offers a broad array of work-life flexibilities and services to employees such as, flexible work schedules, transit subsidies, fitness center, and employee assistance and wellness programs.

BenefitsUrl

https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/benefits

OtherInformation

CPSC provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Specialist listed in this vacancy announcement. Payment of relocation expenses is not authorized. All the information you provide will be verified by a review of the work experience and/or education as shown on your application, by checking references and through other means, such as the interview process. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for not hiring you or for firing you after you begin work. Additional selections may be made through this vacancy announcement. As a condition of employment, the selectee must reside in the local commuting area of the duty station listed in this announcement. Proof of residence may be required. Must meet the criteria requirement for the pre-employment waiver and/or a favorable suitability determination within a reasonable period of time, otherwise the employment offer may be withdrawn.

KeyRequirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• A background investigation is required.

WithinArea

False

CommuteDistance

0

ServiceType

01

AnnouncementClosingType

01

AgencyContactEmail

recruitapps@cpsc.gov

AgencyContactPhone

301-504-7925

SecurityClearance

Not Required

DrugTestRequired

False

PositionSensitivitiy

High Risk (HR)

AdjudicationType

• Credentialing
• Suitability/Fitness

BargainingUnitStatusAdditionalText

This position is in the bargaining unit, The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), Local 3579.