Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is: to provide expert Windows management technical advice, guidance, and future planning for the Center's enterprise mission Windows servers supporting treaty monitoring activities; This position serves as the focal point for Windows-based missions server management for the Center. Incumbent performs duties as the Lead Windows Systems Administrator with several tasks.

Duties

This is a highly technical position in which the incumbent's technical skills will be significantly challenged. Management responsibilities in this position are extremely limited. The incumbent provides expert Windows administration for over 80 mission and core services servers supporting customers worldwide. Coordinates with outside vendors to determine industry best practices to ensure project requirements and timeliness are met. Provides and exercises technical guidance in Windows System management that requires consideration of undefined issues or elements and determination of the nature and scope of problems affecting the organization. Supports all operational activities of the assigned organization and complies with the processes and standards of it. Ensures the technical quality of proposed solutions to provide for optimum performance and incorporates appropriate technology and techniques that represent the best approaches.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period
• Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP)
• 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/
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays. The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science/Engineer with four years of administration experience or the equivalent which is eight years of Windows administration experience and exposure to Virtualization software such as VMware is desired
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. Employee may be required to undergo random Cl polygraph examinations in accordance with security regulations involving material handled
• Information Assurance Certification is a condition of employment. This position includes information assurance (IA) work as a paramount duty requirement. Per DoD 8570.01-M, the incumbent of this position must achieve the appropriate
• IA certification within six months of assignment of these duties. A waiver of this six month requirement may be granted per DoD 8570.01-M, C3.2.4.2 or C3.2.4.3. Failure to receive the proper IA certification may result in removal from this position

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) described on the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions for the GS-2210, Information Technology (IT) Management Series (Alternative A). BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: 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 For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled. 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. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices for integrating information system components sufficient to plan, coordinate, and administer computer systems, and optimize system performance; knowledge of the latest advancements in technology to initiate corrective or preventative action to ensure optimum performance of the system; knowledge of performance tuning tools, database management, and project management methods sufficient to optimize systems performance, troubleshoot database performance problems, and perform a wide range of systems administration functions; and knowledge of operating systems, associated devices, and the interoperability of systems sufficient to install, upgrade, troubleshoot, test, and maintain those systems; to optimize the functionality and performance of systems; and to ensure the availability, integrity, efficiency, and reliability of servers. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency. 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. Knowledge and skills necessary to provide and exercise expert technical guidance in Windows management which may require consideration of undefined issues or elements and determination of the nature and scope of problems affecting the organization. 2. Knowledge of a full range of Windows management concepts, operations, design principles, methodologies, and approaches used in designing, developing, testing, implementing, managing, and maintaining Windows systems which meet current and future state of the art organizational mission requirements. 3. Knowledge of customary approaches, techniques, and requirements appropriate to analyze requirements, develop acquisition strategies, and implement systems enhancements. 4. Knowledge of security procedures to maintain control of classified material. 5. Ability to apply highly complex theories to make decisions and recommendations based on interpreting current policies and programs which may lead to significantly changing those policies and programs and the development of new ones. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing to include producing technical reports and giving detailed presentations to higher organizational leadership, as well as, maintain good working relationships and work effectively on project teams. 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 IC - Air Force DCIPS 550 C Street W JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]