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Posted: March 10, 2026 (3 days ago)

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IT SPECIALIST (SYSADMIN)

Defense Information Systems Agency

Department of Defense

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$111,065 - $144,386

per year

Closes

March 17, 2026More DOD jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading the technical management of computer systems and applications for the Defense Information Systems Agency, ensuring they run smoothly, securely, and meet customer needs in a cybersecurity-focused environment.

You'll provide expert guidance on security policies, develop diagnostic tools, and handle software and hardware installations.

It's a great fit for experienced IT professionals with strong problem-solving skills and a background in system administration, especially those interested in defense and cyber operations.

Key Requirements

  • At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GG-12 level in IT system administration, including leading technical guidance and oversight of information security policies
  • Strong attention to detail in reviewing IT work or data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards
  • Proven customer service skills in assessing IT needs and tailoring products/services to meet them
  • Effective oral communication abilities, including briefing management and staff on IT systems and projects for non-technical audiences
  • Advanced problem-solving skills to identify alternatives for complex IT issues using diverse information sources
  • Experience developing and implementing system diagnostic and maintenance tools
  • Hands-on expertise in managing installations, configurations, fixes, updates, and enhancements for software, hardware, and COTS applications

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 Senior Work Level within the CES Occupational Structure. It is located in the DISA DKAVAC.

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 - experience maintaining relationships with customers, assessing current information technology needs of customers, and developing or identifying information technology products and services that are tailored to meet customer needs Oral Communication -briefing mid-level management and IT staff on the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the communication of technical information to a non-technical audience Problem Solving - identifying alternatives to address complex information technology-related issues by gathering and applying information from a variety of sources that provide a number of potential solutions Qualifying Experience: To qualify at the GG-13, 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 such as: Serving as a lead specialist providing expert technical guidance, implementing oversight of applicable information security policies, process and practices; developing system diagnostic and maintenance tools including functionality of systems; managing installations of software and hardware, system fixes; installing and configuring commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) applications and software/hardware enhancement products.

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:

  • Serves as principal technical authority and lead specialist with responsibility to ensure effective, economical, and advanced technical management of customer computing requirements for assigned systems and applications.
  • Provides expert technical guidance, interpretation, and implementation oversight of applicable information security policies, processes, and practices to ensure continued operational availability and integrity of enterprise applications, systems.
  • Develops and implements systems diagnostic and maintenance tools to ensure the availability and functionality of systems required to support organizational objectives.
  • Manages the installation of software and hardware, systems fixes, updates and enhancements.
  • Installs and configures commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) applications and software/hardware enhancement products.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/10/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/11/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: CES-DISA-12899166-26LB