Joining the Secret Service, Office of Technical Development and Mission Support, Technical Security Division will allow you to provide a technically secure environment for the President, Vice President, and other protectees. This Information Technology Specialist (NETWORK) position starts at a salary of $117,962.00 GS-13, Step 1. For more information on the Secret Service click here.

Duties

The selectee will serve as a/an Information Technology Specialist (NETWORK) in the Technical Security Division. Typical work assignments include: Installing, configuring, operating, maintaining and optimizing data network equipment, components, operating systems and software, to include computers, printers, fiber local area network routers, switches, hubs, fire walls, intrusion detection systems. Managing complex projects by preparing project plans, contingency plans, objectives, schedules, and allocating resources; Defining system administration standards and processes for maintaining a sound server and system infrastructure. Providing information technology (IT) system subject matter expertise to support the development for IT infrastructure systems. Strengthening network security through disciplined configuration improvements and responses to network alerts or alarms.

Requirements

Qualifications

Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the Basic Requirements AND Specialized Experience requirements as noted below Basic Requirement: Applicants must demonstrate that they have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below Attention to Detail -- Reviewing IT solutions for alignment with organizational policies and procedures. Customer Service -- Working with customers to identify needs. Oral Communication -- Communicating goals and expectation for IT projects/program activities. Problem Solving -- Identifying strategies to address IT related problems. AND Specialized Experience: You qualify for the GS-13 level (starting salary $117,962.00) if you possess one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-12 level performing the following duties: Conducting work in the implementation of Information Technology (IT) projects (i.e., data networks and multi-discipline information system projects) for an organization; Coordinating with multiple stakeholders (i.e., management, vendors, customers, etc.) in the execution of plans for Information Technology (IT) systems; and Analyzing Information Technology (IT) network and system performance for an organization. NOTE: Your resume must explicitly indicate how you meet this requirement, otherwise you will be found ineligible. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. 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. Veterans' Preference: For more information on veterans' preference see: https://www.opm.gov/fedshirevets/veteran-job-seekers/# Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP/CTAP): This program applies to Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed, or employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet eligibility criteria for CTAP or ICTAP; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. Well-Qualified includes those applicants whose knowledge, skills, and abilities clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position. For information on eligibility criteria and required documentation, go to: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.

Education

Contacts

• Address United States Secret Service Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20223 US
• Name: Philadelphia Services Branch
• Email: [email protected]