Information Technology Specialist (SYSADMIN)
Job Description
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duties
Performs work that involves planning and coordinating the installation, testing, operation, troubleshooting, and/or maintenance of hardware or software systems using standard principles, theories, concepts and methods for systems administration. Implements security plans, policies, and preventive maintenance schedules. Utilizes diagnostic tools and techniques to verify operability, optimize the functionality of networks and/or systems, and to diagnose/recover failed systems. Carries out routine maintenance, upgrade, and support of hardware, operating systems, and/or applications software. Provides ongoing optimization and problem solving support to minimize interruptions in customers’ ability to carry out critical business activities. Manages network rights and access to systems and equipment. Interprets and applies information security and information assurance policy, principles, and practices in the delivery of systems administration services. Prepares and presents reports and briefings to technical staff
requirements
Conditions of Employment
Direct Deposit and Social Security Card are required upon appointment
Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position
A pre-employment physical is required
Must be willing to work irregular work schedule (nights/weekends/holidays)
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE CLEARLY VERIFIABLE IN YOUR RESUME.
Specialized IT experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training or IT certification which demonstrates skill in applying: principles and methods for integrating information systems components; Performance tuning tools and techniques; System diagnostic tool and fault identification techniques; systems administration methods; and IT security principles. OR Completion of a master’s degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master’s degree in computer science/engineering, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or degree that provided a minimum of 24 semesters hours as indicated above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems, or networks. In addition, candidates must demonstrate IT-related experience which addresses the following five competencies:1. Attention to detail – Such as implementing quality control procedures and conducting compliance reviews. 2. Customer service – Such as providing assistance to both internal and external customers; assessing customers’ needs, meeting quality standards, and evaluating customer satisfaction. 3. Verbal communication – Such as conducting formal presentations or training to audiences at varying levels of hierarchy and technical expertise. 4. Demonstrated problem-solving skills – Such as identifying the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Conditions of Employment
Appointment subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. Must currently possess or obtain and maintain a satisfactory Tier 3R investigation. Must possess or obtain (within 6 months of employment) and maintain most applicable Computing Environment (CE) certificates of training and a minimum Information Assurance baseline security certification of Security+ equivalent (or higher certification) in accordance with DoD 8570.01-M, Information Assurance Technical , Level II technicians.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
additional information
Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 12 months after the closing date.
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your experience is subject to evaluation and verification against the information in your resume.
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