IT Specialist (SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION)

• Provide technical support to customers who need advice, assistance, and training in applying hardware and software systems.
• Provide requirement analysis, design, implementation, deployment, documentation and maintenance of various applications.
• Develop the strategy for optimal use of server software, to include VMWARE, Microsoft Windows Server, Unix, Linux, SQL and Oracle
• Apply Information Assurance (IA) policies, principles and practices in the delivery of IT services

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires that the incumbent is able to obtain and maintain Secret clearance.
• DoD 8570 Baseline Certification Level I, II, or III complete at time of hire or within 6 months.
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
• DoD 8570 Computing Environment training complete at time of hire or within 6 months., In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is .

Basic Requirement for IT Specialist (Systems Administration):

Specialized and Other Experience: One year ofspecialized experience which includes:Perform the maintenance of server files, databases, applications and other related software. Monitor and analyze system performance and correct deficiencies. Experience in Information Technology security principles and methods to configure, purchase and install new equipment. Provide technical support to customers who need advice, assistance and training regarding server issues. Extensive and current knowledge working with IT requirements in and industrial environment. Demonstrates skills in applying patches, Security Technical Implementation Guides ( STIGS), Information Assurance Vulnerability Alert (IAVAs), and upgrades to IT Army servers/Appliances. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11).

1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough 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; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendation.

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the information sheet.
• This is a(n) Digital Technology - Information Technology Management Career Field position.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is NOT authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
• A Relocation or Recruitment incentive may be authorized.