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IT Specialist (SYSADMIN/INFOSEC)

Defense Logistics Agency

Department of Defense

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$106,437 - $158,322

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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 involves managing and maintaining large-scale Windows server systems for the Defense Logistics Agency, including troubleshooting issues, evaluating new software updates, and ensuring secure operations across multiple locations.

It supports critical IT infrastructure for defense logistics, focusing on efficiency and problem-solving in a high-stakes environment.

A good fit would be an experienced IT professional with strong Windows administration skills, a knack for analyzing complex systems, and the ability to work in a government or military setting.

Key Requirements

  • One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-12 level in IT systems administration or related field
  • Expertise in evaluating and implementing new releases of Microsoft Windows operating systems
  • Experience in planning, designing, and researching next-generation Windows server technologies
  • Ability to develop solutions for hardware, software, and communications problems in enterprise environments
  • Proficiency in providing technical guidance and troubleshooting complex operational issues
  • Knowledge of improving mid-tier/desktop efficiency and recommending system modifications
  • Eligibility for federal service, including time-in-grade and minimum qualifications

Full Job Description

See below for important information regarding this job. Position will be filled at any of the locations listed below.

Site specific salary information as follows: Battle Creek, MI: $106,437 - $138,370 Columbus, OH: $111,065- $144,386 Dayton, OH: $110,401- $143,523 Fort Belvoir, VA: $121,785- $158,322 New Cumberland, PA: $121,785- $158,322 Ogden, UT: $106,437 - $138,370 Philadelphia, PA: $117,284- $152,471 Richmond, VA: $111,183- $144,540 To qualify for an IT Specialist (SYSADMIN/INFOSEC), 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: - Evaluating new releases/new versions to identify changes, enhancements, and other differences between new releases/new versions of operating systems and current Microsoft Windows operating system(s).

- Evaluating methods, techniques, or procedures designed to improve overall mid- tier/desktop efficiency and operation and recommend adoption/modification.

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:

  • Provides Windows server administration of enterprise level hardware and system software in support of DLA’s information systems (IS) environment.
  • Provides enterprise level Windows server administration that includes the support for a variety of purposes including security, data/file server, and office administration.
  • Plans, designs and carries out research and evaluation of next generation Microsoft Windows server operating systems.
  • Develops solutions and alternatives for Microsoft Windows server systems and software design (i.e. augmentation of existing equipment, integrating interacting systems, etc.) that identify configurations that will correct weaknesses.
  • Isolates, identifies, analyzes, evaluates, and resolves complex hardware, software and/or communications problems.
  • Provides technical guidance, analysis, advice, and troubleshooting/problem resolution on a wide range of extremely complex operational problems that impact DLA enterprise operations.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/11/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/12/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: DLAJ6-26-12906991-MP