Direct-Hire Authority Direct Hire Auth 5 U.S.C. § 9905, 06/23/2023 Mission Statement: DHRA's mission is to provide program support, information management, and administrative services to the DoD Components on human resource matters and to collect, archive and provide management information, research and analysis of human resources and other related functional area databases for the DoD.

Duties

This position is being filled under the memorandum from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)) "Expansion of Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense," dated 6/23/2023 As a INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECAILIST (SYSADMIN/NETWORK) at the GS-2210-12 some of your typical work assignments may include: Manages and support COMSEC, performs monthly COMSEC training, supports quarterly inventories, provides support to EKMS Manager for IG audits. Manges SKL, installs new keys, install and configure HAIPE appliances, keeps COMSEC drawer CCRI ready. Manages and maintains proper accountability, handling, storage, packaging, shipment, all incoming/outgoing transfers, signed receipts, hand receipts and administration of all Communications Security (COMSEC) equipment and materials. Develops and implements configuration management plans for complex wide area networks (WANs). Troubleshoots and resolves network problems. Initiates corrective action with vendor representatives as appropriate, opening/resolving trouble-tickets, if required, to bring in vendor support for resolution. Creates and maintains documentation as it relates to network configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records. Conducts research on network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the networking industry. Practices network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications. Provides schematics, documentation, procedures, and guidance on network issues to management and internal staff. Monitors Enterprise network using SolarWinds, ensures service is restored following outages to LAN, WAN and NIPRNet circuits.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Occasional Travel
• Work Schedule: Full-time
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible
• Certification: Position requires IAT Level 2 professional certification within 6 months or less of entrance on duty. (Certification requirements are in accordance with DoD 8570.01-M, Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program or DoDD 8140).

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS 12 , if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Act as a Network Administrator for LAN, WAN, or WLAN networks. Maintain network architecture and infrastructure. Plan, design, develop and integrate network systems. 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. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 2210, series as listed below: Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. 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. 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. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. Please keep your résumé to a reasonable length. If more than five pages are submitted, only the first five pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Contacts

• Address Defense Manpower Data Center Human Resources Directorate 4800 Mark Center Drive Alexandria, VA 22350-3200 US
• Name: DHRA Servicing Team
• Phone: 6146920201
• Email: [email protected]