Child Support Systems Certification Specialist

General Dynamics Information Technology

. Support state child support systems modernization replacement initiatives funded through federal financial participation .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $93,662 - $126,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive knowledge of federal child support laws and regulations, including State Plan requirements, and practical experience with child support programs at the state and local level. Proficient in project management, communication, and organizational skills to effectively coordinate certification processes and documentation.

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Federal Child Support LawsChild Support Program ExperienceProject ManagementOrganizational SkillsWritten and Verbal Communication

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Hard Skills

Child Support System ModernizationCertification Requirements AnalysisData ConversionTestingOrganizational Change ManagementSystem Security RequirementsPayment ProcessingProject Management

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsStrong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

DSTS SharePoint

Certifications & Qualifications

NACI (T1) Public Trust Requirement

Industry Keywords

Federal Certification RequirementsOCSE Certification GuideState PlansSDUsPhase I CertificationPhase II CertificationIV&V Vendors

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support state child support systems modernization replacement initiatives funded through federal financial participation
Review and analyze whether replacement systems meet federal certification requirements
Communicate with state project staff and attend periodic status calls with DSTS
Track states undergoing system modernization and certification schedules
Coordinate exchange of certification documentation, including questionnaires and test decks
Review Phase I certification documents for compliance with the OCSE Certification Guide, federal laws and regulations, and state plans
Attend typically onsite Phase I visits, document results and issues, attend exit conferences, and communicate initial findings
Coordinate drafting and approval of Phase I findings and submit findings to states
Communicate with states during remediation and document successful remediation
Coordinate and attend Phase II certification visits, including live remediation reviews and travel to local offices, data centers, and SDUs as necessary
Communicate follow-up issues to states in writing
Draft final Certification approval letters for OCSE Commissioner review and approval
Coordinate with IV&V vendors as needed
Manage schedules for state certification Level I and II visits
Manage document retention in the DSTS SharePoint site
Collaborate with Division of Regional Operations and Division of Federal Systems staff
Assist with communications to the OCSE Commissioner on certification statuses and issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of related experience
No security clearance currently possessed or required to obtain
NACI (T1) public trust requirement
Extensive knowledge of federal child support laws and regulations, including State Plan requirements
Practical experience with child support programs at the state and/or local level, including payment processing and SDUs
Experience with statewide child support automated system projects, including interfaces, data conversion, SLDC choices, testing, organizational change management, and project management
Knowledge of child support modern information technology alternatives
Comprehensive understanding of child support system security requirements, including for SDUs
Strong organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report development and communicating complex concepts simply
US citizenship not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
401(k) plan with pre- and post-tax contributions and company match
Full flex work weeks where possible
Paid vacation, sick, personal time, holidays, parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave
Typically 15 days of paid leave per calendar year
10 paid holidays per year
Up to 160 hours of paid family leave in a rolling 12-month period for eligible employees
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Personal accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Business travel and accident insurance