It Specialist (Infosec/Sysadmin)

Job summary

You will serve as an Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC/SYSADMIN) in the Information Technology and Cybersecurity Department of PSNS and IMF.

Major duties

You will manage, coordinate, and develop Windows operating systems and cybersecurity practices and standards and modify functionality to meet changing requirements on the local domain. You will diagnose and resolve problems in response to CMDNet incidents regarding a myriad of IT issues. You will ensure the application of information security and information assurance policies, principles, and practices in the delivery of service administration is in accordance with Navy and other federal guidance. You will install, configure, and maintain the standard CMDNet workstation and server operating systems. You will respond to requests for information system related difficulties, analyzing and evaluating problems, and providing immediate solutions. You will scan, patch and install updates and temporary fixes to existing operating systems per CMDNet cybersecurity policies and procedures. You will examine and evaluate alternative means of satisfying requirements at the concept and technical level. You will execute and implement technically feasible approaches regarding the most effective and efficient automation approaches to improve continuity of service.

Qualification

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: analyzing Information Technology systems to identify, anticipate, and resolve performance, availability, capacity, or configuration problems for government organizations. Your experience must reflect skill in the following areas: Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: Ensuring that DOD STIG's and information security/information assurance policies, principles, and practices are an integral part of the Windows server operating environment. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: Serving command customers on issues related to Information Security and Information Assurance and to insure the planning and quality delivery of Windows and networking system support services. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: Presenting briefings to senior management officials on complex IT operational and Cybersecurity related issues. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: Responding to requests related to information systems and Cybersecurity issues, analyzing and evaluating the problem, and providing an immediate solution whenever possible Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/ Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.

Evaluations

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and application package, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: Accountability Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Influencing/Negotiating Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork This recruitment will utilize the following technical assessment tools: USA Hire, Structured Interview. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility, qualifications, and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.