Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to provide administrative, maintenance, analytical and evaluative duties related to computer networks (NIPRNET/SIPRNET) including those servers under functional configuration control with the primary knowledge requirements of information processing methodology, information technology, computer capabilities, processing techniques.

Duties

Responsible for the overall management and security of MCCC data flow. Technical expert for the command on all MCCC services. Performs in-depth maintenance, analysis and control of the MCCC network systems related to the proper functioning of the AFRC MCCC enterprise. Performs work as team leader/senior specialist for special studies, projects or assignments related to planning, evaluating, monitoring and coordinating functions related to communications/information systems and networks.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• A security clearance must be obtain and maintain
• PCS will not be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• Recruitment incentives may/may not be authorized
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Position may be subject to random drug testing
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• May be required to work overtime and uncommon tours including weekends, holidays, and any hours of the day or night (e.g. shift work).
• May be subject to be on-call or stand-by.
• May be required to participate in recalls due to contingencies or emergencies
• The duties of this position require shift work (day, swing, and midnight)

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Information Technology (IT) Management Series, 2210. Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training, for example, IT certification, as appropriate. Individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes IT network systems design principles, methodologies, and approaches used in developing, testing, installing, operating, managing, and maintaining network services that support functional requirements; knowledge of the organization's network architecture, topology, and protocols sufficient to plan, design, develop, and integrate network systems consistent with existing or planned network infrastructures; IT security principles, methods, regulations, policies, products, and services sufficient to develop specifications to ensure compliance with security requirements at the LAN level. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Extensive knowledge of communications transmission, protocols (including TCP/IP), and network systems? operational capability and functionality to perform as a telecommunications/network systems manager. Extensive knowledge of the internet: including internet technology. structure of the internet, security issues of data transmission and the OSI model. 2. Knowledge of operations, integration, interaction, installation, configuration, and support of how Microsoft operating systems and application products interact on a network. Can install and configure these products and applications optimally for use in the network. Understands and can implement and configure DSN, DHCP, WINS, ATM, and network infrastructure (e.g. switches. routers, firewalls, proxies, etc.). 3. Knowledge of UNIX operating system. Knowledge of manipulating the file structure, system editors, processes and use shells to execute scripts with complex control structures. Knowledge of HP-UX file system and process execution. 4. Knowledge or Microsoft Exchange Server including functionality, planning considerations, directory configuration. considerations in using public folders, intersite connectors, advanced security issues and troubleshooting tools. Full understanding of Microsoft SQL Server such that the incumbent can define the hardware and software requirements required by the SQL server: describe the Universal Data Access strategy and outline backup techniques and strategies: discern the difference between a data warehouse and data mart. 5. Knowledge of creating and maintaining processes to implement and sustain effective configuration management of the MCCC enterprise network and infrastructure. Understand facility management principles for the secure physical location of the networking and infrastructure facilities housing the MCCC enterprise. 6. Knowledge of governmental and agency communications policies and standards applicable to AF and AFRC command unique communications-computer systems. Knowledge of JCS and DOD policies for network and data transmission systems for administrative and mission command and control purposes. 7. Ability to analyze, evaluate and define operational communications-computer requirements and translate such requirements into specifications for equipment, systems and services. Can gather facts, develop technical options, and draw conclusions and devise solutions to problems. 8. Ability to plan. organize, prioritize work independently and meet deadlines. 9. Ability to create, maintain and present graphics, spreadsheets, databases, word processing software functions, processes and capabilities. Skill in using office automation technology to generate reports, briefing materials, and/or comparable documents. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address AFRC Robins AFB 455 Bryon St Suite 474 Robins AFB, GA 31098 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]