IT Specialist (Network/SysAdmin)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA•Fort Polk, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This IT Specialist (Network/SysAdmin) position is located at Fort Polk, Louisiana, and supports the Military Treatment Facility (MTF). The incumbent prepares information management (IM) and information technology (IT) strategic plans; reviews and approves contracts for IM/IT personnel, services, and equipment; and oversees the MTF's telehealth/virtual health pilot program. The role develops and implements strategies, policies, plans, and standards to comply with the Information Management Technology Reform Act (Clinger-Cohen) of 1996 and the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA). It also fosters customer-oriented relationships between IM/IT staff and health care providers through joint committees and supervises assigned employees while overseeing the planning, direction, and execution of programs throughout the MTF. The position requires eligibility for and maintenance of a Secret security clearance or access, completion of background and credit checks, and compliance with required immunization and physical-examination requirements. It is designated Mission Essential and Inclement Weather Essential, requiring the incumbent to report during emergencies and make every attempt to report or remain on duty during severe weather. It is also a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Moderate to heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds may be required. The incumbent must obtain the appropriate DODD 8140.01 and DOD 8570.01-M certifications within six months of appointment as a privileged user and maintain them thereafter. A one-year supervisory probationary period applies, and a one-year probationary period is required if the selectee has not previously met that requirement.

Requirements

One year of specialized experience preparing information management/technology strategic plans, conducting customer needs assessments, and overseeing telehealth programs; this experience must be at the GS-11 level or equivalent.
IT-related experience or appropriate intensive training demonstrating attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem solving.
Must be able to obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
Must complete a background investigation, credit check, and Personnel Security Investigation.
Must consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption; immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact, and other immunizations may be required depending on the position.
Must report to work during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergencies and make every attempt to report on time or remain on duty during severe weather.
Must consent to pre-employment screening and random drug urinalysis testing.
Must complete pre-employment and annual physical examinations.
Moderate to heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds may be required.
Must complete a one-year supervisory probationary period; a one-year probationary period also applies if the selectee has not previously met this requirement.
Must obtain the appropriate DODD 8140.01 and DOD 8570.01-M certifications within six months of appointment as a privileged user and maintain them thereafter.
Must be a U.S. citizen and provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
Education cannot substitute for the required experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare Information Management (IM) and Information Technology (IT) strategic plans.
Review and approve contracts for IM/IT personnel, services, and equipment.
Oversee the Military Treatment Facility's telehealth/virtual health pilot program.
Develop and implement strategies, policies, plans, and standards for compliance with the Information Management Technology Reform Act (Clinger-Cohen) of 1996 and the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA).
Encourage interaction through joint committees to develop customer-oriented relationships between IM/IT staff and health care providers.
Supervise assigned employees.
Oversee the planning, direction, and execution of programs throughout the Military Treatment Facility.