The Office of the Clerk serves as the official record keeper of the US House of Representatives, and supports the nonpartisan legislative functions of the institution, including disseminating legislative information and supporting technological advancement. With an abiding dedication to service, transparency, and accessibility Legislative Computer Systems is building the next generation of applications to support this mission and provide information to our government partners and to the public.
Summary
The Office of the Clerk serves as the official record keeper of the US House of Representatives, and supports the nonpartisan legislative functions of the institution, including disseminating legislative information and supporting technological advancement. With an abiding dedication to service, transparency, and accessibility Legislative Computer Systems is building the next generation of applications to support this mission and provide information to our government partners and to the public.
Our team is mission-driven and works collaboratively across
multiple teams and projects. Our systems are critical to the operations of the
House, and we see the impact of our work in day-to-day operations and in the
enduring capabilities we deliver. If you enjoy being in a fast-paced
environment, making a difference, with new opportunities to grow your skills,
we have an opportunity for you.
We are seeking a System Engineer to join our Operations team
in the Office of Legislative Computer Systems. This position works in
maintenance and production environments to address problems and challenges
encountered during equipment and systems operations, handling, assembly,
disassembly, inspection, testing and repair. This entry level systems
engineering position provides a unique and challenging opportunity within an
exclusive mission critical environment. The job involves a variety of work
revolving around maintaining and supporting the Electronic Voting System used
in the U.S. House of Representatives:
Responsible for the daily operation and health of Electronic Voting System (EVS). Provide support by performing daily system checks, monitoring availability of all hardware, software, and key processes, reviewing system logs, monitoring EVS during vote sessions, and verifying completion of all scheduled jobs and backups.
Support the implementation of process improvements to enhance system performance and minimize downtime.
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues with guidance from senior engineers and SMEs, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
Support day-to-day monitoring of system performance and use monitoring tools (e.g., Syslog-ng) to detect anomalies and take corrective actions.
Maintain documentation for production issues, troubleshooting steps, and system configurations, contributing to the shared knowledge base.
Work with a team and be willing to support operations on as needed basis.
Ability to perform the major duties described above.
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, aerospace, or other related engineering degree program from an accredited college/university or equivalent experience.
3 years or more Experience in production support, systems administration, or related technical roles.
Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment.
You will be required to obtain and maintain a government issued security clearance at the Top-Secret level, it is a contingency of employment.
Desired skills
Demonstrated performance as a team player.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated systems and equipment troubleshooting skills.
Flexibility/Adaptability with type of work and work schedule.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Familiarity with Linux OS a plus.
Familiarity and experience with networking, including Cisco switches and routers a plus.
Hiring for this position is governed by the Veterans
Employment Opportunities Act. Applicants seeking veterans’ preference
consideration should email veoa-iohr@mail.house.gov for more information.
Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactorily
completing a criminal history records check. Employment with the U.S. House of
Representatives is at-will. EOE.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated using a structured interview process.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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.
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.
