IT Specialist (Network Services)

U.S. Army Cyber Command • Fort Huachuca, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is part of the Department of Defense Cyber Excepted Service (CES) and is located at the 7th Signal Command, 106th Signal Brigade, Fort Huachuca, Arizona. It supports network services for LAN/WAN users and requires coordination of network operations, system configuration, and planning with Army and other government organizations. The position is in the Professional Work Category at the Full Performance Work Level. It is designated as a system administrator role with elevated privileges and operational control of servers and network devices, and as an IAT-II position requiring at least CompTIA Security+ certification. The role requires a Top Secret, High Risk/SCI clearance, participation in drug testing, a valid driver’s license, and a physical examination. Overtime, shift work, emergency call-back duty, and travel up to 10% may be required. This is an excepted-service appointment and does not confer competitive status; a three-year probationary period may apply.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience maintaining or supporting network systems and demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies needed for the position.
• Specialized experience assisting with development of network backup and recovery protocols to detect potential congestion points and traffic anomalies.
• Specialized experience installing operating system software, such as IOS or firmware, on network infrastructure devices.
• Specialized experience recommending system modifications or enhancements to improve operations.
• Specialized experience preparing information and documentation for procurement requests.
• Experience demonstrating attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem-solving competencies.
• At least CompTIA Security+ certification for the IAT-II designation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret, High Risk/SCI security clearance.
• Ability to meet suitability or fitness requirements based on a background investigation.
• Ability to participate in pre-employment and periodic/random drug testing.
• Valid motor vehicle driver’s license.
• Ability to complete a physical examination and lift up to 40 pounds.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Qualification must be based on experience; education cannot substitute for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate NIPRNET and SIPRNET authorized service interruptions expected to affect traffic.
• Translate broadly defined requirements into network specifications defining the principal components needed for communications.
• Configure and optimize network systems to support LAN/WAN users.
• Represent the office in meetings and conferences with technical counterparts in the Army, other government agencies, and professional groups as directed for planning purposes.
• Maintain network system software and/or hardware that provides information to command in support of decision-making for installation and local area networks.
• Analyze the scope of computer network work to be automated and recommend potential system updates.
• Prepare research for supervisors to develop into formal briefings for senior command officials and others.
• Assist the Node Site Coordinator for SIPRNET and NIPRNET in coordinating installation, testing, and operation of node circuits for DISA, Department of the Army, Pentagon, and contractor representatives at Fort Huachuca.
• Assist with development of network backup and recovery protocols to detect potential congestion points and traffic anomalies.
• Install operating system software, such as IOS or firmware, for network infrastructure devices.
• Recommend potential system modifications or enhancements to improve system operations.
• Prepare information and documentation for procurement requests to keep equipment up to date.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package for employees and their families; specific benefits depend on position status and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances may be authorized, subject to applicable regulations and agency determination.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed