IT Specialist - Executive Communications Systems Administrator

In this position you will serve as a Systems Administrator in the Executive Communications Branch that provides a wide range of IT services and support tailored to meet the requirements of General Officers/Flag Officers/Senior Executive Service leaders, their immediate staff, and all other customers supported by the Branch

staff, as well as other customers that Executive Communications Branch support.

Must be able to obtain & maintain a “Top Secret/SCI” Security clearance

This position is designated as a Drug Test Designated Position

The incumbent must be able to pass medical physical.

The incumbent will be required to travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft/vehicle to conferences, meetings, or functions away from the duty office/location. Travel may include overnight stays.

Knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices for integrating information system components sufficient to plan, coordinate, and administer computer systems, and optimize system performance.

Knowledge of the latest advancements in technology, and of IT processes, sufficient to initiate corrective or preventative action, participate in IT planning, recommend contract documentation, and provide technical guidance and support throughout the acquisition lifecycle.

Knowledge of performance tuning tools, database management, and project management methods sufficient to optimize systems performance, troubleshoot database performance problems, conduct cost-benefit analyses and feasibility studies, and perform a wide range of systems administration functions.

Knowledge of operating systems associated devices, and the interoperability of systems sufficient to install, upgrade, troubleshoot, test, and maintain those systems; to optimize the functionality and performance of systems; and to ensure the availability, integrity, efficiency, and reliability of servers.

Skill to apply methods and practices for troubleshooting, recovering, adjusting, modifying, and improving systems to solve issues; to assess customer and mission needs, evaluate alternatives, and provide technical advice and recommendations to management and senior leaders; and to maintain liaison with industry and other activities to provide awareness of state-of-the-art technology

HIGHLY DESIRED EXPERIENCE

• JWICS/NIPR/SIPR Administration

• Hardware/Software Troubleshooting

• VIP/Tactical SATCOM

• Supervisory Personnel Leadership

• Performance Management, 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.

U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age.

This is a 2-Year Term Position Not to Exceed 3 Years. The individual selected for this position may be extended without further competition. Current Federal civilian employees may apply, and if selected, a break in service of at least 3 calendar days may be required prior to appointment to this position.

Salary ($90,402 - $117,525) based on experience

This position may offer relocation, recruitment, and/or retention incentives based on experience.

This is a DoD Cyber Excepted Service (CES) Personnel System position aligned under authorities of Section 1599f, of Title 10, Chapter 81 United States Code and DOD Instruction 1400.25-V3007.

CES applies and documents Veterans’ Preference IAW DoDI 1400.25, Volume 3005.