Information Technology Requirements Validation Specialist

Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as an Information Technology Requirements Validation Specialist and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.

As an Information Technology Requirements Validation Specialist shall be responsible for managing, coordinating, sustaining, and executing Information Technology requirements and processes with government key stakeholders and external enabling entities. This includes current (on-hand) workstations, IP Phones, Video Teleconferencing Systems, SIPR and NIPR Personal Electronic Devices (tablets and phones), and printers. This will include maintaining IT accountability and authorization records, initiating and processing requirements documents, coordinating closely with supply and Property Book Offices, and drafting fragmentary orders to aid in the coordination and collaboration of IT accountability and distribution.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
As an Information Technology Requirements Validation Specialist, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of U.S. Army Europe and AFRICOM. You will play a crucial role in supplying mission command support for U.S. Army Europe and AFRICOM in Wiesbaden Germany. Program encompasses all End User Devices (EUD) associated with the customer’s computing environment (Secure and Non-Secure networks).

• Responsible for the Lifecycle Replacement (LCR) Program

• Serve as the principal lead for the LCR program for the customer’s organization and its subordinate commands.

• Perform research on new equipment to ensure products follow local policy/requirements. Coordinate with unit G6/S6s and staffs for hardware upgrades and timely LCR of outdated EUD systems (excludes network and server hardware and peripherals).

• Collects data and creates reports on shipping and receiving status, participates in telephonic meetings with subordinates and higher headquarters.

• Work as the liaison with vendors for support issues and assist with preparation, justification, management, and execution of the customer’s IT Budget to meet EUD lifecycle needs.

• Coordinate with IT vendors, information management officers, and S6/G6s to execute LCR purchases or changes/updates to the authorization table of allowances for IT systems within the customer’s organization and subordinate units.

• Create, submit, and track acquisition requirements.

• Coordinate with the staff to facilitate the authorization for procurement for required IT hardware and software. Utilize authorization documents Modification Table of Organization Equipment (MTOE) and tools Force Management System Web (FMSWeb) to aid in building procurement packets and assisting with clarification of requirement for specific capabilities. 

• Builds and maintains a tracking mechanism that provides quality control.

• Communication with primary staff, external agencies, and subordinate units: Communicates with supervisors and leaders at the supporting Headquarters and Higher Command (USAREUR-AF) regarding Information Technology authorizations, distribution, requirements packets, and telephone control processes, procedures, and updates.

• Inform supervisors and leaders to assist in accountability, prioritization, and distribution timelines.

• Assist in identifying manpower, equipment, and automated shortfalls and capability gaps.

• Coordinates requirements to ensure Information Technology is provided at the right time and place.

• Inputs/updates and extracts data to/from automated systems throughout the day. Utilizes data to track and analyze to reveal problems/delays and document causes. Coordinates corrective actions when delays are recognized to ensure schedules are being met and assigned tasks are being accomplished in a timely and efficient manner.

• Extracts and analyzes data for reports, metrics, standards, and development of budget information for information technology initiatives.

• Provides recommendations and supporting data in support of G6 budget projections and cost estimates based on historical data, current posture, and future changes or updates in IT requirements.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Bring your technology expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Information Technology Requirements Validation Specialist must have:

• Education: BA/BS (or equivalent experience)

• Experience: 8+ years of related experience

• Technical skills: Experience with LCR programs, IT procurement and acquisitions, logistics, and DoD/Army budgeting process is required. Experience managing mobile IT devices is required. Knowledge of Air and Missile Defense operations is desired.

• Security clearance level: Secret Level Security Clearance Required

• US citizenship required

• Certification: Must possess a current, valid industry certification for DoD 8140 DCWF Intermediate level work roles: (411) Technical Support Specialist and (451) Systems Administrator

• Must be able to Pass German TESA

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.