This position is part of the J6 Network Cyber Center, and is located at Camp Mabry in Austin, TX. The purpose of this position is to serve as a project leader for major network projects relating to the Wide Area Network (WAN) and Local Area Network (LAN) systems. The incumbent functions as the technical coordinator or technical specialist on issues relating to the WAN/LAN systems and their integration with the network. Texas is one of 9 states with NO state income tax.

Duties

IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK) (TITLE 32), GS-2210-12: Responsible for ensuring the correct configuration of network devices. Develops methods and procedures and coordinates corrective action to optimize network performance. Researches, tests and evaluates software packages which provide performance measurements of the WAN. Develops the standard configuration software loads for all network devices. Develops benchmarks and performance measurements 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. Uses remote management software tools to maintain and update configuration, protocol and user/system files. Develops and maintains documentation regarding network configuration, operating procedures, necessary to maintain the reliability of the network. Documents how user data is stored and protected on network storage devices. Coordinates appropriate action to ensure backup processes are completed. Determines the use of network devices such as servers, workstations, and peripheral devices, and remote access systems. Responsible for 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. Initiates appropriate measures to maintain network security. Develops plans and procedures for remote installation of applications and upgrades using state of the art software distribution methods. Oversees the distribution of applications and upgrades ensuring compliance with regulations and copyright laws. Establishes procedures to maintain accurate records of authorized users of distributed software. Instructs lower graded information technology (IT) specialists in the administration and maintenance of the installation's network devices. Establishes network trust relationships. Recommends standard operating procedures for all devices on the network. Directs the review and evaluation of proposed software. Prepares briefings and presentations on the complexities of the installation network. These briefings provide the basis for long-range decision planning relating to IT network project management. Directs the analysis of equipment and software reliability and utilization reports to identify and define problem areas and to establish end-to-end systems performance levels. Writes policy and plans for the installation continuity of operations plan (COOP). Serves as network administrator responsible for configuring hubs, and switches, monitoring network performance, performing network diagnostics, analyzing network traffic patterns; and installing network software fixes and upgrades. Conducts performance tuning activities designed to optimize data management processes and recommends performance enhancements such as increasing storage capacity or modifying interfaces. May be assigned to assist the chief by performing limited leader responsibilities. Distributes and balances workload among employees. Gives on-the-job training to lower-graded employees. Approves leave for assigned employees. Provides input into annual performance appraisals. Resolves simple complaints and grievances, referring the more serious ones to the supervisor. Recommends training needs for employees. Provides input to the supervisor concerning selections, promotions, reassignments, recognition of outstanding performance. Performs other duties as assigned. The full Position Descriptions (PDs) can be found at the following links: GS-2210-12, NGD0259000

Requirements

Qualifications

To be considered for qualification, your resume must include relevant experience with beginning and ending dates of employment/experience reflecting the following: Specialized Experience Required To qualify at the GS-12 grade level, your resume must include relevant experience with beginning and ending dates of employment/experience reflecting at least 36 months 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. Quality of Experience - Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated on the basis of duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience, training, and education must show possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position to be filled. In describing your experience in your resume, please be clear and specific. Assumptions regarding your experience will not be made. Military Requirements This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a military assignment in the Texas National Guard. Military Rank Spread: Enlisted: E-1/(PVT) through E-9/(CSM) Warrant Officer: W-1/(WO1) through W-5/(CW5) Officer: or O-1/(2LT) through O-3/(CPT)

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address TX J6 2200 West 35th St Austin, TX 78703 US
• Name: Human Resources Office
• Phone: (000)000-0000
• Email: [email protected]