IT SPECIALIST (SYSADMIN)

Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Responsibilities You will serve as the Server Team Lead within the Enterprise IT division at SWFPAC. You will provide Life Cycle Management services for developing and deployed technologies and provides Cyber Security (CS) products to the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to ensure CS policies and services for deployed systems. You will manage and oversee the configuration and optimization of server architecture to support the full range of IT services. You will configure and maintains services in support of Non-sensitive Internet Protocol Router Network (NIPRNET) and Secure Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNET). You will oversee configuration and updates of server infrastructure to comply with vulnerability management and STIG requirements. You will write Standard Operating Procedures to adapt operating policies, instructions or procedures and convey operating instructions. You will define and validate the need for proposed new server capabilities through consultation with SWFPAC and SPCIO headquarters organizations. You will perform as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for DOD NIPR / SIPR and PIT servers, server operating systems (OS), overseeing the implementation of configuration changes required for modernization, maintenance or to facilitate repairs. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following : evaluating IT systems configuration to sustain the functionality and availability by optimizing and troubleshooting servers hardware / software interface and interoperability problems AND recommending improvements on system operations. Your experience must reflect skill in the following areas : attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem solving. 1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include : Optimize the functionality of networks and systems; conducts functional and connectivity testing to ensure continuing operability; implements systems security plans and policies and preventive maintenance schedules. 2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include : schedules maintenance activities during off-peak usage periods; oversees installation, implementation, configuration, maintenance, and support of network components; 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. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include : Liaison with clients on all matters related to network operations and support; Prepare and present reports; Participate in the IT capital planning process. 4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include : conducts functional and connectivity testing to ensure continuing operability; provides ongoing optimization and problem solving support; resolves problems, such as defective hardware components or corrupted software; diagnose and recover failed systems. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website : Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. Education Additional Information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information : The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at : Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below. This position is part of the Department of Defense Civilian Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project. The NH-3 broadband level encompasses positions equivalent to GS-12 and GS-13. This announcement uses the Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project (AcqDemo) Business Management & Technical Management direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and / or unusual duty hours may be required. This is a Nuclear Deterrent Mission position. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized.