It Specialist (Network/Infosec)

Job summary

See below for important information regarding this job. Position will be filled at any of the locations listed below. Site specific salary information as follows: Columbus, OH: $92,475 - $120,222 New Cumberland, PA: $101,401- $131,826

Major duties

Serves as technical consultant and liaison to network and other IT management and staffs throughout the DLA and DoD on the DLA network environment and on networks in general. Provides technical guidance, analysis, advice, and assistance on a wide range of complex problems encountered in the conception, design, development, testing, and implementation... ... of network solutions incorporating diverse device requirements, accommodating various protocols, and providing network interconnections among various wide area networks and local area network enclaves. Plans, schedules and participates in network hardware/software testing, deployments, implementations, and service allocations, to include performing liaison functions with IT personnel and network specialists at other DLA sites. Develops and/or modifies test plans, conducts tests, analyzes test results with respect to the acceptance plan for new or modified hardware and software for the ETN. Participates in studies as a team member, accomplishes individual projects, and coordinates intra-agency projects. Provides assessments to include reports of technical findings and recommendations to the appropriate DLA and DISA staff. Provides advice and guidance on the implementation for network security in accordance with guidelines coordinated with the DLA HQ and DLA Cyber Security. Participates in the design, testing, implementation and maintenance of network security software, hardware, and techniques within the DLA. Ensures integrity of maintenance actions to the installed network and its components. Provides on-site hardware and software support for new/modified system and program implementations on an as needed basis.

Qualification

To qualify for an IT Specialist (NETWORK/INFOSEC), your resume and supporting documentation must support: A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-12 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in- grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: - Conduct analyses and recommend resolution of complex network issues; advise on the design, development, and integration of network systems consistent with existing or planned network infrastructures. - Advise on and implement network security. - Evaluate and recommend adoption of new or enhanced approaches for delivering network services. - Monitor network performance and performing network diagnostics. - Plan for, test and install network software and hardware components, upgrades and fixes. - Develop requirements for the acquisition of network hardware, software and services. - Identify and define technical requirements applied to the design, development, implementation, management, and support of systems and networks. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Evaluations

The assessments for this job will measure the following Competencies: Reading Comprehension Decision Making Accountability Attention to Detail Customer Service Flexibility Influencing/Negotiating Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork Reasoning Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation may be completed and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. The rating you receive is based on your responses to the assessment questionnaire and USA Hire assessments. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the competencies required for this position. If your resume and/or supporting documentation is reviewed and a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.