Recent Listing

Posted: March 25, 2026 (10 days ago)

Added to FreshGovJobs: April 4, 2026 (0 days ago)

This job has been posted for 1-2 weeks. Still a good time to apply.

IT Specialist (CUSTSPT)

Defense Logistics Agency

Department of Defense

Recent

Location

Salary

$121,785 - $158,322

per year

Closes

April 10, 2026More DOD jobs →

GS-13 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $88,520 - $115,079

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-12. Expert-level knowledge in field.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves acting as a key IT support specialist for a defense agency, helping senior leaders with technology needs, managing projects to meet business goals, and ensuring quick fixes for IT issues.

It focuses on building strong relationships with customers and overseeing IT services to support military logistics operations.

A good fit would be someone with strong project management skills, experience in government IT, and the ability to communicate complex tech ideas simply to executives.

Key Requirements

  • One year of specialized IT experience equivalent to GS-12 level, including resource allocation and policy implementation
  • Experience in program management and oversight for IT projects and initiatives
  • Ability to review IT programs for compliance with policies and alignment with customer business needs
  • Strong communication skills to interpret directives and explain IT changes to customers
  • Knowledge of customer relationship management in IT environments
  • Familiarity with federal service, military, or private sector IT support roles
  • Eligibility for GS-13 grade, including time-in-grade and other federal requirements

Full Job Description

See below for important information regarding this job. To qualify for an IT Specialist (CUSTSPT) your qualifications must include: A.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position.

To qualify at the GS-13 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector.

Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement.

Creditable specialized experience includes: Ensures appropriate allocation of resources to successfully complete all approved initiatives.

Interprets and implements policies and directives from HQ DLA and other staff offices and communicates to the customer the need or motivation for any changes in IT policies and procedures Plans and performs program management and oversight for various projects and programs to meet customer IT requirements.

Reviews IT programs to assess overall compliance with IT plans and policies and alignment with DLA customer business requirements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Major Duties:

  • Serve as J6 Assistant Business Relationship Manager (BRM) to the senior J6 BRM, the Customer Experience Director, Deputy Director, and J6 staff on all Information Technology (IT) matters concerning the DLA HQs J/D-Code staff and senior executives
  • Responsible for planning, organizing, and directing IT customer service actions in support of the J/D-Code mission.
  • Responsible for a range of customer activities, project planning and major programs, and maintains frequent communication with peers and managers within other J6 Enterprise Service Areas (ESAs).
  • Responsible for a wide range of IT support functions for assigned customer requirements, maintaining a detailed knowledge of customer needs related to various tailored IT products and services.
  • Directs immediate and fast-paced actions of all IT actions -- regardless of J6 service area -- with the intent on providing immediate resolution to customer support issues.

Check your resume before applying to catch common mistakes

Browse Similar Jobs

Posted on USAJOBS: 3/25/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 4/4/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: DLAJ6-26-1920837-MP