This National Guard position is for a IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK) (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D0262000 and is part of the OR DCSIM, National Guard.

Duties

As an IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK) (TITLE 32), GS-2210-11, this position is located in an information management organization. The purpose of this position is to function as a technical specialist on issues relating to the wide area network (WAN) and local area network (LAN) systems and their integration in the network. The work involves network administration, optimization and performance in support of the supports the state's wide area command and control integrated network. 1. Performs a variety of network device configuration and connectivity tasks. 2. Executes procedures and coordinates corrective action to optimize network performance. Installs, configures and monitors tested and evaluated software packages that provide performance measurements of the WAN/LAN. 3. Implements the standard configuration software loads for all network devices. Utilizes benchmarks and performance measurement and evaluation data to manage network servers and data communication devices to support normal and surge workload. Works with technical support personnel in resolving critical problems. 4. Uses remote management software tools to maintain and update configuration, protocol and user/system files. 5. Documents and tracks change to configuration, protocol and user/system files. 6. Executes appropriate action to ensure backup processes are completed. 7. Evaluates the performance of network devices such as servers, workstations, and peripheral devices, and remote access systems. 8. Coordinates the development and implementation of configuration management plans for complex LANs and WANs with supported elements to include headquarters staff elements, tenant activities, state government, regional operating activities and national agencies. 9. Implements plans and procedures for remote installation of applications and upgrades using state of the art software distribution methods. 10. Monitors distribution of applications and upgrades ensuring compliance with regulations and copyright laws. 11. Implements procedures to ensure accurate records of authorized users of distributed software are maintained. 12. Implements the standard operating procedures for all devices on the network. 13. Reviews and evaluates proposed software. Provides input to briefings and presentations on the complexities of the installation networks. These briefings provide the basis for long-range decision planning relating to C4 network project management. 14. Analyzes equipment and software reliability and utilization reports to identify and define problem areas and to establish end-to-end systems performance levels. 15. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• National Guard Membership is required.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• The duties of this job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
• Must be able to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; shift work and/or overtime may be required.
• Federal employment suitability required and determined by a background investigation before appointment to position.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain the necessary security clearance for the position, if applicable.
• Compatible Military AFSC Assignments: 17DXB, 3D0X1, 3D0X3, 3D1X2, 1D7XX
• Compatible Military MOS Assignments: 25
• Military Grades: Enlisted members (Min PV1 - Max SSgt)
• THIS POSITION CONDUCTS INFORMATION ASSURANCE FUNCTIONS. THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH THE REQ. OF THE CERTIFICATION PROGRAM AND WILL BE REQUIRED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATION. CERTIFICATION REQ. ARE OUTLINED IN DOD INSTRUCTION 8570.01-M
• Must be certified IAW DOD 8570.01-M, Fed Information Security Management Act of 2002, Clinger Cohen Act of 1996 and obtain Special Experience Identifier (SEI) 266, Information Assurance – Manager Level I (IAM I), IAW current AF and DoD directives.

Qualifications

Areas of Consideration: Area 1 - Current permanent or indefinite Title 32 Technicians of the Oregon Air or Army National Guard. Area 2 - Current permanent or indefinite Title 5 Employees of the Oregon Air or Army National Guard. Area 3 - Current service members in the Oregon Air or Army National Guard. Area 4 - Individuals in the Active Duty Air Force/Army, Air Force/Army Reserve or Air/Army National Guard Area 5 - US Citizens eligible to meet the military requirements for membership in the Oregon Air or Army National Guard. GENERAL and SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Work in this series includes managing, supervising, leading, administering, developing, delivering, and supporting information technology (IT) systems and services. This series covers only those positions for which the paramount requirement is knowledge of IT principles, concepts, and methods, e.g., data storage, software applications, networking. Experience, education or training that has provided a basic knowledge of data processing functions and general management principles that enabled the applicant to understand the stages required to automate a work process. Experience may have been gained in work such as computer operator or assistant, computer sales representative, program analyst, or other positions that required the use or adaptation of computer programs and systems. - Candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance (per DoD 8570 /DoD 8140*) - Candidate must obtain and hold a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification, or higher - Candidate must hold an IAT Level 3 security certification within six months of hire - Candidate must have a minimum of six months of network engineering experience GS-11 - Must have at least one-year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade (GS-09). In addition to the OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standard and IORs (Alternative A) specialized experience examples, specialized experience includes experience, education, or training that approaches techniques and requirements appropriate to an assigned computer applications area or computer specialty area in an organization. Experience planning the sequence of actions necessary to accomplish the assignment where this entailed coordination with others outside the organizational unit and development of project controls. Experience that required adaptations of guidelines or precedents to meet the needs of the assignment. Experience preparing documentation on cost/benefit studies where is involved summarizing the material and organizing it in a logical fashion. Experience that demonstrated accomplishment of computer project assignments that required a range of knowledge of computer requirements and techniques. For example, assignments would show, on the basis of general design criteria provided, experience in developing modifications to parts of a system that required significant revisions in the logic or techniques used in the original development. Accomplishments normally involve the following, or the equivalent: -Analysis of the interrelationships of pertinent components of the system; -Planning the sequence of actions necessary to accomplish the assignment; and -Personal responsibility for at least a segment of the overall project. -Knowledge of the customary approaches, techniques, and requirements appropriate to an assigned computer applications area or computer specialty area in an organization; -Planning the sequence of actions necessary to accomplish the assignment where this entailed coordination with others outside the organizational unit and development of project controls; and -Adaptation of guidelines or precedents to the needs of the assignment.

Education

Major study--computer science, information science, information systems management, mathematics, statistics, operations research, or engineering, or course work that required the development or adaptation of computer programs and systems and provided knowledge equivalent to a major in the computer field.

Contacts

• Address OR DCSIM 1776 Militia Way SE Salem, OR 97301 US
• Name: Edward Chitwood
• Phone: (971) 355-3303
• Email: [email protected]