Information Technology Management

In 2210 announcements the specialty matters more than the series name. OPM attaches a parenthetical specialty to most titles, so an announcement reads “IT Specialist (INFOSEC)” for security work, “(SYSANALYSIS)” for systems analysis, “(APPSW)” for application software, “(PLCYPLN)” for policy and planning, “(CUSTSPT)” for customer support, and so on.

Recent listings have included telework-eligible roles at defense agencies, the VA’s Office of Information and Technology, and civilian regulators, with supervisory and policy-and-planning positions well represented. Fully remote 2210 postings have appeared too, but as the minority.

Applying tip: 2210 announcements list four required competencies (attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, problem solving) alongside the specialized experience, and reviewers expect each to be visible in your resume. Our IT and cybersecurity guide covers the clearance question and the specialties that most often appear in remote and telework postings.