Job summary

See below for important information regarding this job. Position may be filled at either location: Fort Belvoir, Fairfax, VA $99,200-$128,956 New Cumberland, PA $99,200-$128,956 Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA $95,694-$124,398 Richmond, Richmond, VA $90,751-$98,426 Whitehall, Franklin, OH $90,669-$117,866 Wright-Patterson AFB, Greene, OH $90,178-$117,227 Battle Creek, Calhoun, MI $86,962-$113,047 Hill AFB, UT $86,962-$113,047

Major duties

Serves as an Information Technology (IT) expert with advanced knowledge in administering and supporting Citrix/VDI technologies. Serves as the principal advisor and senior staff specialist in the Enterprise Infrastructure Application Support Branch, Enterprise IT Architecture Division, Technical Foundation Services (TFS), and Enterprise IT Services (EIS). Provides technical guidance, analysis, advice, and troubleshooting / problem resolution on a wide range of operational problems involving enterprise IT services that impact enterprise operations in support of Citrix/VDI. Manages Enterprise Citrix Server Farms on a virtual platform, via VMware to include: all virtual server infrastructure needed to support Citrix project, Citrix XenApp, XenDesktop, NetScaler. Provisioning software/appliances, perform installation, configuration, maintenance and support of servers in a Citrix XenApp and XenDesktop environment. Review performance metrics of VDI Farm infrastructure to ensure availability of resources for external or remote users and internal users making server adjustments to improve that availability. Prepare reports and records of work accomplishments, administration information, and work materials as required and prepares information for supervisor on project progress. Provide tier 3 level enterprise support for Citrix/VDI Applications, Remote and Tool Support Branch for both Non-secure Internet Protocol Router Network (NIPRNET) and the Secure Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNET). Research, document, and apply Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to Windows operating systems OR applications to meet security compliance in support of Citrix/VDI and other Virtual Desktop Initiatives. Participate in planning, designing, conducting and evaluating the results of feasibility and performance studies and environmental tests of next generation of Citrix/VDI products for enterprise implementation. Receives trouble calls from end-users, provides all Tier III support to include: trouble-shooting or diagnostic routines and procedures, assesses the problem, determines actions necessary to resolve the problem, and takes those actions.

Qualification

To qualify for an IT Specialist (SYSADMIN/INFSOEC), your qualifications must include: 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 minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Responsible for planning and project management for both CONUS and OCONUS IT Citrix/VDI environments and serves as the functional manager for IT resources to all depot IT personnel. Provides Citrix/VDI technical guidance, assistance, and advice to other personnel to facilitate and enhance the translation of customer/user expectations into automated requirements. Manages Enterprise Citrix Server Farms on a virtual platform, via VMware to include: all virtual server infrastructure needed to support Citrix project, Citrix XenApp, XenDesktop, NetScaler, and provisioning software/appliances, perform installation, configuration, maintenance and support of servers in a Citrix XenApp and XenDesktop environment. Review performance metrics of Farm infrastructure to ensure availability of resources for external or remote users and internal users making server adjustments to improve that availability. Researches and analyzes Citrix/VDI IT methods, techniques, and procedures to determine overall effectiveness to make recommendations to leadership to improve organizational efficiency. For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed: 1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. 2. 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. 3. 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. 4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternative, and to make recommendations. 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

Direct Hire Evaluation: Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. This vacancy will be filled through a Direct Hire Authority. All applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration. The rule of Three, Veteran's Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this vacancy. We will evaluate your application for basic eligibility and to determine if your experience meets the basic qualification requirements described in the announcement. All applicants who meet the qualifications and other basic requirement are eligible for referral and selection consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.