Information Technology Professional

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Posted by: Defense Intelligence Agency on Dec 08, 2011

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<li style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; COLOR: black; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-layout-grid-align: none" class=MsoNormal>Information Technology professionals develop and maintain highly sophisticated information systems that enable the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) to effectively store, process, analyze and disseminate collected intelligence. IT professionals provide the accurate, up-to-date information needed in order to monitor and respond immediately to world changing situations involving DIA’s mission and key intelligence producers and decision-makers worldwide – including the Department of Defense. <O:P></O:P> <O:P></O:P> From information assurance to systems security, to administration and architectural planning, IT professionals provide the Intelligence Community with overall planning, management, operation and maintenance of our automated information systems. They  also:<O:P></O:P> <O:P></O:P> ·    Deliver crucial technology systems to produce and disseminate imagery, publications and other cutting-edge and Web-based intelligence products. <O:P></O:P> ·    Initiate and assess systems capabilities to support specific intelligence requirements. <O:P></O:P> ·    Evaluate technology that enhances our systems. <O:P></O:P> ·    Develop technical standards and specifications. <O:P></O:P> ·    Create and maintain computer based systems and applications programs.<O:P></O:P> <O:P></O:P> IT professionals’ involvement in DIA’s projects is diverse - from producing handheld devices to developing large enterprise servers that collect and process huge volumes of data. Because IT professionals ensure system availability for thousands of users worldwide through some of the most advanced computer systems anywhere, their role can include deployment to more than 120 countries. There are also many career-related IT opportunities that do not involve travel, but the role of an IT professional always allows them to leverage emerging technologies in the realm of foreign military intelligence collection and production.<O:P></O:P> <O:P></O:P> IT professionals work on a wide range of tasks including:<O:P></O:P> <ul style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in" type=disc> <li style="LINE-HEIGHT: normal; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; COLOR: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-layout-grid-align: none" class=MsoNormal>TelecommunicationsTechnical Information Services<O:P></O:P></li><li style="LINE-HEIGHT: normal; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; COLOR: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-layout-grid-align: none" class=MsoNormal>Computer Science<O:P></O:P></li><li style="LINE-HEIGHT: normal; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; COLOR: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-layout-grid-align: none" class=MsoNormal>Information Technology Management<O:P></O:P></li><li style="LINE-HEIGHT: normal; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; COLOR: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-layout-grid-align: none" class=MsoNormal>Computer Engineering<O:P></O:P></li></ul>Required Experience:  Three years and above directly related. Candidates must also have expertise in:<O:P></O:P> · IT principles, concepts and methods.<O:P></O:P> · Systems architecture.<O:P></O:P> · Infrastructure planning.<O:P></O:P> · Systems analysis.<O:P></O:P> · Design and management of networked systems.<O:P></O:P> · Data management and software applications.<O:P></O:P> · Worldwide telecommunications networks, local communications systems and Web technologies.<O:P></O:P> · System requirements for intelligence gathering, analyzing information technology resources and developing computer-based systems.<O:P></O:P> <span style="LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman', 'serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA"> Required Education<span style="LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman', 'serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA">:  Baccalaureate degree along with specific course work in information technology and/or a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, information systems, mathematics or a related field from an accredited college or university. How to Apply: View DIA's Careers page at <A href="http://www.dia.mil">www.dia.mil <A>and follow the application process description. NOTE: To apply, you (and your immediate family members) must meet US citizenship requirements. Successful completion of pre-employment processing, including an extensive security background investigation, psychological screening and drug testing, is required. All DIA employees are subject to random polygraph testing. DIA offers entry-level and experienced employees opportunities to excel in Washington, DC and locations around the world. DIA is an equal opportunity employer. </A><O:P></O:P> <O:P></O:P></li>

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The Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) is a vital member of the United States Intelligence Community. As such, DIA provides foreign military intelligence information and analysis to warfighters, defense policymakers and force planners. DIA's work supports U.S. military planning and operations and weapons systems acquisitions. DIA's integration of highly skilled intelligence professionals with leading edge technology enables it to discover information and create knowledge that provides warning and opportunities for successful interventions resulting in an overwhelming advantage for warfighters, defense planners and defense and national security policy makers. DIA is a Federal Government agency and, as such, its civilian and military employees participate in outstanding Federal benefits programs.

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