CH West Network Technician
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Start your journey towards success! We are currently accepting applications for a Network Technician at NC National Guard of the North Carolina Department of Public Safety.
This is a fulltime position 40 hours per week) with State Benefits including paid vacation paid sick leave paid holidays retirement and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation please click here NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator.
This is an INTERNAL POSTING open ONLY for current NC Dept. of Public Safety employees and eligible NC Dept. of Public Safety RIF candidates.
Temporary employees are eligible to apply.
The Network Technician assumes a pivotal role in bolstering the organizations cybersecurity efforts actively engaging in security assessments fortifying network infrastructure integrity and aiding in security measure implementations. Through meticulous security assessments of information systems and networks guided by NIST standards they scrutinize system configurations architectures and security policies to pinpoint vulnerabilities for prompt resolution. Collaborating with development teams and system administrators they ensure proactive security measures align with best practices and interpret DoD STIGs to secure operating systems applications and network components. Adhering to cybersecurity best practices and industry standards they monitor network infrastructure for vulnerabilities work closely with IT teams to implement STIG requirements efficiently and participate in detecting and escalating security threats or incidents. Directing the use of advanced tools like Nessus Pro and Nipper for comprehensive infrastructure evaluations they stay updated on evolving cybersecurity landscapes contributing leadership in adopting cuttingedge solutions. Moreover they maintain meticulous documentation throughout assessments to ensure transparency and accountability. The Network Technician conducts Defensive Cyberspace operations to support mission requirements as directed.
NCNGs cyber team provides continuous cyber support to the States critical infrastructure networks and data from cyber threats by providing responsive and effective cybersecurity capabilities. NCNG partners with State Local Tribal and Territorial organizations to provide proactive and reactive assistance to ensure critical assets are protected and secured against malicious cyber team provides superior cyber defense and security capabilities inorderto protect our nations critical infrastructure and assets. NCNG will leveragethe teams expertise agility and readiness to detect prevent and respond to cyberthreats in support of federal agencies and our countrys cybersecurity posture.
Note to Current State Employees:
The salary grade for this position isDT03. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as or lower than their current position. If selected for this position a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience funding availability and internal equity. Based upon these factors a pay increase MAY result.
About the NC Dept. of Public Safety (DPS):The mission of DPS is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through prevention protection and preparation. DPS is comprised of approximately 6000 permanent positions and nearly 13000 NC National Guard soldiers and airmen. DPS employees help to ensure North Carolina is a safe place to live work and visit through effective law enforcement juvenile justice programs emergency response and recovery and homeland security preparedness.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Competencies
DPS uses the MeritBased Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to theState Human Resources Actwith the most qualified individuals.
The Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) listed below along with the Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. All work history and education (includingaccurate dates of employment/attendance)must be documented on the application.Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application.A complete allinclusive application maximizes an applicants potential to qualify for the position as well as the highest possible salary. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.Click here for more information and application resources.
Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitution for a complete application.
To qualify for this position applicants must demonstrate ALL of the following KSAs:
- Experience with various network devices such as routers switches firewalls and access points.
- Experience with fundamental networking concepts including TCP/IP OSI model subnetting and routing protocols.
- Experience with troubleshooting network connectivity issues identifying and resolving common network problems.
- Experience with common network operating systems like Windows Linux or macOS.
- Experience creating basic documentation related to network setup configurations and troubleshooting steps.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See details.
For more information about the about clarifying the E&E and/or requesting a transcript click here.
High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one year of IT experience.
or
an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other necessary requirements:
Per 5 CFR 731 upon appointment applicant must be able to obtain a favorable suitability and fitness determination from a Tier 1 background investigation conducted by the Office of Personnel Management. Failure to obtain a favorable determination may result in termination of employment.
IAW AR 38067 Chapter 354 Table 31 this position is designated as ADPI and therefore requires a BI/SBI background investigation.Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
For applicants with student loans becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit to learn more.
Transcripts
- Attaching transcripts is optional however we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts to assist in providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university.
- Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.
- International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: Experience
- Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:
- A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).
- A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and were discharged under honorable conditions must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the National Standards to Prevent Detect and Respond to Prison . PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions
Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Government Jobs account and click Application Status. If you are selected for an interview you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration you will receive an email notification.
For technical issues with your application please call the Applicant Support Help Line at. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status please contact Devin L. West at
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
