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Posted: March 2, 2026 (0 days ago)

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IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (SYSADMIN/INFOSEC)

Defense Information Systems Agency

Department of Defense

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Location

Salary

$89,508 - $133,142

per year

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March 8, 2026More DOD jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job involves managing and securing computer servers and software for a key U.S. military cyber unit, including setup, monitoring for issues, and helping users with tech problems.

It's perfect for someone with hands-on IT experience who enjoys troubleshooting systems and communicating tech details clearly to non-experts.

The role supports national defense efforts in cybersecurity from a base in Alabama.

Key Requirements

  • At least one year of experience monitoring systems, installing, configuring, updating, and troubleshooting software
  • Strong attention to detail in reviewing IT work for accuracy and consistency
  • Experience in customer service, including building relationships and addressing IT needs
  • Skilled in oral communication, such as briefing management on IT systems and projects
  • Problem-solving abilities to identify and resolve complex IT issues
  • Familiarity with customer interaction and ticket management
  • Ability to report IT risks, maintain documentation, and monitor system health

Full Job Description

This position is being recruited under 10 USC 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service.

It has been identified as a position necessary to carry out and support the mission of the US Cyber Command.

It is in the Professional Work Category at the Full Performance Work Level within the CES Occupational Structure. It is located in the DISA HC/Hosting and Compute Center (HC35).

In order to qualify for this position, you must meet the requirements described below.

Basic Requirements: Attention to Detail- experience reviewing my own information technology-related work or data and have been asked by others to review their work or data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards.

Customer Service- developing and maintaining relationships with customers, anticipating and assessing the current and future information technology needs of customers, and developing or identifying information technology products or services that are tailored to meet customer needs.

Oral Communication- briefing senior-level management and IT staff on the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the communication of complex technical information to a non-technical audience.

Problem Solving- identifying alternatives to address unique, highly complex, or sensitive information technology-related issues.

I have anticipated information technology-related problems and have identified and evaluated potential sources of information to generate alternative solutions.

Qualifying Experience: To qualify at the GG-12, your resume must describe at least one year of experience that demonstrates the competencies necessary for immediate success in the position.

Experience refers to any paid or unpaid experience, including volunteer work and Military service, that would be considered equivalent to work normally performed at the next lower grade level in the federal service.

For this position, qualifying experience is defined as: Monitoring systems, installing, configuring, updating, and troubleshooting software. Experience with customer interaction and ticket management.

Candidates must describe how they meet the qualifying experience and/or selective placement factor(s) within the body of their resume.

All qualifications must be met within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement. Major Duties:

  • Responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining servers, and software.
  • Responsible for reporting IT risks and potential impacts.
  • Responsible for maintaining organization documentation and resources.
  • Responsible for monitoring system health and report anomalies.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/2/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/2/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: CES-DISA-12892186-26KDS