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This National Guard position is for a IT SPECIALIST (SYSADMIN), Position Description Number D1515000 (GS-09) / D1685000 (GS-11) and is part of the Oregon National Guard 116th Air Control Squadron, National Guard.
Learn more about this agency10/18/2022 to 04/21/2023
$67,240 - $87,407 per year
GS 9 - 11
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
No
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Yes—Relocation incentive/expenses may be negotiable; No PCS Authorized.
Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
11
No
Yes
OR-11689510-AF-23-001
683964400
Current excepted service federal employees.
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
Open to all qualified applicants in all Areas of Consideration listed below.
As a IT SPECIALIST (SYSADMIN), GS-2210-9/11, the purpose of this position is to provide technical and analytical guidance and support for network hardware and software to include various servers and management terminals utilized by Air Control units, considering the current tactics and doctrine. The incumbent performs analytical and evaluative duties related to computer networks to provide information technology and communications functions and services which support programs essential to Air National Guard daily operations, training, and readiness missions. Incumbent is responsible for planning and coordinating mission accomplishments and training requirements of functionally assigned guard member.
(1) Configures, manages, monitors, programs and trouble-shoots various tactical and non-tactical network and application server hardware, operating system software, and peripheral network equipment such as routers, bridges, switches, attached cabling system, network interface cards, modems, multiplexers, concentrators, boundary protection devices (firewall), and print services for both classified and unclassified networks. Conducts testing using remote management terminals to insure operability, efficiency, and compliance with existing standards. Recommends policies and develops and maintains procedures for tactical networks, system operations, and product assembly and installation to include policies for system backup and archives. Creates, adapts, and implements guides and controls for network, system, or total communications programs in support of daily operations or training exercises. Configures and manages messaging platforms such as: e-mail servers, and legacy messaging devices.
(2) Coordinates with internal and external functions for network design, operation, and address resolution. Establishes and manages IP addresses, communication and network rights, and determines need and access to systems, equipment, and security. Coordinates with requesting agencies (Army, Navy, Allies, etc.) for networking requirements, to include classified and unclassified support. Ensures operation and compatibility of assigned Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) devices. Coordinates with internal and external agencies to ensure overall network design, to include boundary protection devices, will support required networked services. Ensures users or representatives (Work Group Managers) receive and implement correct network device configuration.
(3) Analyzes equipment and software reliability and utilization to identify and correct problem areas and to establish network performance levels. Uses benchmarks, performance measurement, and evaluation data, in conjunction with modeling and simulation techniques. Plans for increased capacity to support any additional workloads. Develops recommendations or proposals involving a variety of specialized systems and state-of-the art enhancements designed to meet unique tactical requirements and improve operational efficiency.
(4) Performs in-depth analysis of systems related to proposals for change, in order to develop or modify information systems to meet tactical network user requirements. Determines applicability of established methods. Gathers facts about the nature of the work involved in the user's application area, flow of work, processing actions, and work product(s). Provides technical advice to users. Examines and evaluates alternative means of satisfying user requirements. Suggests technically feasible approaches and makes recommendations regarding the most effective and efficient approaches. Designs tactical systems to support various options for several simultaneous interactive users. Determines physical storage requirements. Provides consultation and research to determine common and unique requirements. Establishes and documents standardized terms and data elements.
(5) As required, accomplishes risk analysis, accreditation, and certification packages to include disaster recovery plan in accordance with agency requirements. Performs, as required, or assists Information Assurance personnel in conducting risk analysis and security tests and evaluations. Works with other security officers, users, Network Control Center (NCC) personnel, and other support personnel to ensure security regulations are followed. Ensures installation, command, and agency security standards are met. Ensures compliance with all Air Force mandated security updates.
(6) Develops, establishes, and maintains work center training programs. Plans and schedules tasks and training activities for drill status guard members.
(7) Performs other duties as assigned.
*The above description only mentions a limited amount of the position's official duties. For a full comprehensive document that covers all the duties of the position, please contact one of the Recruitment Specialists at the bottom of the announcement.
If you are using education to qualify for this position, you must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
For GS-2210-09: Masters or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in a discipline listed below.
For GS-2210-11: Ph.D. or equivalent, or 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in a discipline listed below.
Undergraduate or Graduate Education: Degree in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks.
Alternate Application Methods:
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
Current AGR members (Oregon ANG only) intending to remain AGR must submit the following:
1) NGB Form 34-1, Application for Active Guard/Reserve (AGR) - Position Announcement number and position title must be annotated on this form.
2) Current Report of Individual Personnel (RIP) - In lieu of a RIP, applicant may provide a printout from the Virtual MPF (VMPF). Documents must show your ASVAB scores.
3) Copy of current physical fitness assessment.
Complete application packet should be in a single PDF format document with the Announcement Number and Last Name ONLY as the file name (example: OR-AF-22-0XX Last name)
Please email completed packages to the personnel listed below. Please include the complete announcement number and last name in the subject line.
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. Your rating will be based on both your entire application package as well as the responses to the assessment questionnaire. Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your category rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. If you are found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category. The quality categories are:
1. Highly Qualified: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for this position.
2. Qualified: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements for this position.
In order to qualify for this position you must submit the following:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application. If you have any additional questions, please contact either of the two point of contacts below.
Mr. Edward D. Chitwood
Human Resources Specialist (Rec/Plac/Comp) Office 971-355-3303 DSN 355-3303 edward.d.chitwood.civ@army.mil
Mrs. Angela J. Lewis
Human Resources Specialist (Rec/Plac/Comp) Office 971-355-3304 DSN 355-3304 angela.j.lewis27.civ@army.mil
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This position is a Title 32 Excepted Service - Military position. Oregon Air National Guard military service is a condition of employment.
The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States. Since the earliest American colonial days, citizens have joined together for collective defense. We have a proud tradition of coming to the aid of our friends and neighbors in times of serious emergencies. Join our National Guard team and serve your nation, your states and your community!
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the Oregon Air National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Air National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
