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Posted: February 20, 2026 (1 day ago)

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IT Specialist (CUSTSPT)

Defense Logistics Agency

Department of Defense

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Location

Salary

$121,785 - $158,322

per year

Closes

February 28, 2026More DOD jobs →

GS-13 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $88,520 - $115,079

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-12. Expert-level knowledge in field.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job is for a senior IT specialist who helps fix complex technology problems for government users, especially high-level leaders, to keep business running smoothly.

It involves troubleshooting networks, devices, and software, advising on IT issues, and providing support through calls, emails, and other tools.

A good fit would be someone with years of hands-on IT experience who communicates well and stays calm under pressure.

Key Requirements

  • One year of specialized experience at GS-12 level or equivalent, diagnosing and resolving complex IT problems
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to explain technical concepts
  • Expertise in customer support for enterprise IT, including networks, applications, hardware, and mobility devices
  • Knowledge of IT infrastructure, operating systems, protocols, and troubleshooting procedures
  • Experience maintaining situational awareness of networks, applications, and security incidents
  • Ability to provide technical support to VIPs and senior executives
  • Familiarity with Enterprise Service Desk, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure, and Cloud Services

Full Job Description

See below for important information regarding this job. To qualify for an IT Specialist (CUSTSPT), your resume and supporting documentation must support: A.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position.

To qualify at the GS-13 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector.

Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement.

Creditable specialized experience includes: - Ability to diagnose and resolve complex IT problems to minimize business interruptions.

- Skill in written and verbal communication to articulate position and technical concepts to other individuals.

- Serves as a senior level technician for issues affecting enterprise IT production capabilities, including networks, applications, hardware, mobility devices and information systems.

- Knowledge of customer support concepts and practices and new customer support technologies to include: installed operating systems, network systems, applications, protocols, troubleshooting procedures, equipment and the IT infrastructure.

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:

  • Serve as a senior IT Specialist providing specialized support for a wide range of technical and professional Information Technology (IT) functions supporting the J6 mission of enterprise desktop and end-user computing devices.
  • Serves as a principal advisor to a J64 Branch Chief and staff on all Information Technology (IT) matters concerning assigned customer organizations and senior executives.
  • Responsible for communicating with customers via phone, email and other messaging tools.
  • Responsible for maintaining and reporting DLA enterprise situational awareness through monitoring networks, critical applications, infrastructure, information systems, and Information Assurance Incidents.
  • Responsible for maintaining a detailed knowledge of customer needs related to various IT products and services including Enterprise Service Desk, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure, and Cloud Services.
  • Maintains and provides troubleshooting, customer assistance, and technical support for VIP and DLA Senior Leadership.
  • Responsible for the planning and delivery of Enterprise Service Desk (ESD).
  • Responsible for communicating with customers via phone, email and other messaging tools.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 2/20/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/21/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: DLAJ6-26-12892135-MP