INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (NETWORK)

Full Job Description

This position is part of the Defense Security Cooperation Agency.

The incumbent will be responsible for Providing technical guidance, analysis, advice, troubleshooting, and resolution on UNIX/Linux and/or Windows systems.

Plans and designs for tests of new releases and/or new versions of operating systems or equipment.

Identifies and/or defines business or technical requirements applied to the design, development, implementation, management and support of systems or networks.

You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A.

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: Providing technical guidance, analysis, advice, troubleshooting, and resolution on UNIX/Linux and/or Windows systems.

Plans and designs for tests of new releases and/or new versions of operating systems or equipment.

Identifies and/or defines business or technical requirements applied to the design, development, implementation, management and support of systems or networks.

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. Major Duties:

As a INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (NETWORK) at the GS-2210-13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Plans, designs, and carries out research and evaluation of next-generation UNIX/Linux/Windows server operating systems.

Plans, designs, and leads efforts to conduct environmental tests of new releases/new versions of operating systems in sandbox testbeds as well as in lab facilities mirroring the DSCA environment.

Serves as a project technical lead, responsible for technical oversight of project teams consisting of contractors and government computer specialists.

Coordinates software releases and export procedures with DSCA/military services management, customers, information systems (IS) and communications personnel to ensure that communications options and software are network compatible prior to export to the customer.

Provides advice and recommendations on the implementation of new systems to be released.

Provides technical expertise in preparing economic analysis, technical specifications, benchmark specification and audit/verification procedures required in support of Information Systems and communication acquisitions.