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Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement.
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- Serves as a primary network administrator for one or more Local Area Networks, and as an IT specialist at a DCMA Special Programs Headquarters.
- Serves as the technical advisor for all aspects of information technology efforts to include project management; analysis of applications and equipment implementation and utilization; training of personnel in.....
- .....software/hardware equipment, applications, and telecommunications/network services.
- Provides technical guidance and support to other IT specialists within the organization.
- Represents the organization on automation projects dealing with hardware/software troubleshooting; contractor/activity connectivity; and systems development.
- Troubleshoots problems and implements changes in assigned areas.
- Diagnoses system failures to isolate the source of problems between equipment, systems software, and application programs.
- Reviews proposed and new regulations, consulting with user representatives and providing technical and systems guidance and advice.
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Conditions of employment- Security Requirements: Special Sensitive, Sensitive Compartmented Information
- Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
- Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
- Drug Test Required
QualificationsTo qualify for an IT Specialist (Network), your resume and supporting documentation must support:
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 for the NH-03 level, specialized experience must be at the NH-02 or GS-11 grade level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-after-competitive appointment,minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes:- Experience performing routine system administration, configuration, and maintenance for enterprise operating systems (such as Windows Server, Windows 11, or Linux) and standard commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) software.
- Assisting with the installation, configuration, and routine troubleshooting of Local Area Network (LAN) hardware, software, and routing protocols.
- Providing tier-1 and tier-2 IT support, diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and telecommunications issues for enterprise users.
- Applying established information assurance (IA) and cybersecurity controls to protect operating systems, monitor vulnerability compliance, and support system authorization.
- Contributing as a technical team member on IT infrastructure or network projects, executing tasks under the guidance of a senior project manager or lead.
For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below.
1. Attention to Detail - Isthorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or
products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other
agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance,
resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed
to providing quality products and services.
3. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively,
taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial);
makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds
appropriately.
4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; usessound judgment
to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendationsEducationSubstitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
Additional information- This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: DoDI 1400.25-V300.
- Tour of Duty: 1st Shift
- FLSA: Exempt
- Bargaining Unit: No
- If selected for an interview, you may be required to provide your last three performance appraisals to the panel.
- Selectee may be required to serve a trial/probationary period.
- Recruitment/Relocation/Retention Incentive may be authorized at Management's discretion.
- Financial Disclosure Required
- This position is designated as Emergency-Essential (E-E). In the event of a crisis situation, incumbent will be subject to deployment on a TDY basis to overseas duty location(s) to perform assigned duties particular to the deployment. Failure to deploy when required and/or meet the medical requirements of deployment status may result in separation from Federal Service. Additional information on E-E positions may be found in DoD Directive Type Memorandum 17-004, Subject: Department of Defense Expeditionary Civilian Workforce. Interested applicants are HIGHLY encouraged to review this Directive prior to applying.
- Military spouses working remotely are exempt from in-person work under the conditions explained by OPM's February 12, 2025 memorandum and the March 20, 2025 Frequently Asked Questions.
- Must meet DoD 8140 training/certification requirements for the (451) system administrator and (441) Network Operations Specialist Cyber Workforce position within 6 months of joining the agency.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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