Telework eligibleFederal

IT Specialist (APPSW)

Defense Logistics Agency · Department of Defense

Information Technology Management

Salary
$89,508–$133,142/year
Grade
12
Work location
Telework eligible · Battle Creek, Michigan; Whitehall, Ohio; Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio +5 more
Schedule
Full-time
Posted
Sep 30, 2026
Apply by
Oct 10, 2026
Category
Information Technology Management

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Summary

See below for important information regarding this job. Position will be filled at any of the locations listed below. Site specific salary information as follows: Battle Creek, MI: $89,508 - $ 116,362 Columbus, OH: $93,400 - $121,422 Dayton, OH: $92,841- $120,696 Fort Belvoir, VA: $102,415- $133,142 New Cumberland, PA: $102,415- $133,142 Ogden, UT: $89,508 - $ 116,362 Philadelphia, PA: $98,630- $128,221 Richmond, VA: $93,499- $121,551

Duties

Analyzes, designs, develops, and modifies application software using languages such as SAP ABAP, Java, PL/SQL, COBOL, and MS.NET to satisfy user and logistics business needs.

Configures software and implements functional designs consistent with DLA systems architecture, architectural policies, and security and privacy accreditation requirements.

Evaluates user requirements and technical feasibility to design software solutions, collaborating with functional analysts, DLA representatives, DoD, and military services.

Conducts risk analysis to advise management on software development impacts, schedules, and mitigation strategies, participating in project reviews and evaluation of RFPs.

Prepares software test descriptions, creates test data, and executes comprehensive test plans covering CSCI/HWCI and system qualification testing.

Manages software releases, prepares deployment executables, coordinates installation at user sites, and implements emergency recovery procedures after system failures.

Researches transaction errors, tracks daily metrics, monitors production/test systems to ensure proper operation, and develops operating manual procedures.

Investigates technological developments and new integration methodologies to improve software design, documentation, testing, and lifecycle support processes.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

How you will be evaluated

The assessments for this job will measure the following Competencies: FSA Behavioral Index Accountability Customer Service Decisiveness Flexibility Interpersonal Skills Problem Solving Resilience FSA Situation Inventory Accountability Interpersonal Skills Problem Solving Occupational Interaction Assessment Accountability Attention to Detail Customer Service Flexibility Influencing/Negotiating Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Self-management Stress Tolerance Teamwork Occupational Judgement Assessment Decision Making Occupational Reading Assessment Reading Comprehension Occupational Reasoning Assessment Reasoning Direct Hire Evaluation: Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. This vacancy will be filled through a Direct Hire Authority. All applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration. The rule of Three, Veteran's Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this vacancy. We will evaluate your application for basic eligibility and to determine if your experience meets the basic qualification requirements described in the announcement. All applicants who meet the qualifications and other basic requirement are eligible for referral and selection consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.

About this listing

Defense Logistics Agency has 61 open listings on the site: all telework eligible. This one is telework eligible, based in Battle Creek, Michigan and 7 other locations. See all Defense Logistics Agency listings, or read what fully remote and telework eligible mean.

Advertised pay is $89,508 to $133,142 a year. That covers GS-12 on the General Schedule, where pay also depends on step and locality; how GS pay works.

This announcement is open for 10 days, from Sep 30, 2026 to Oct 10, 2026. Among currently open Information Technology Management postings at Defense Logistics Agency, the typical advertised window is about 9 days. As of Oct 6, 2026, it closes in 4 days.

Who can apply: the public (U.S. citizens). The announcement's "This job is open to" section has the exact eligibility rules.

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