IT Specialist (Sysadmin)
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Colchester, CT - USA
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Job Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for an IT Specialist (SYSADMIN)Position Description Number T5240P01 and is part of the Information Management /J6 of the Vermont Army National Guard.
The purpose of the position is to serve as the principle technical expert and project leader for information technology (IT) systems administration. The systems administered involve multiple computers running multiple operating systems. The incumbent is responsible for the planning and coordinating the installation testing system security configuration and monitoring operation troubleshooting and maintenance of all server hardware and software.
MAJOR DUTIES:
1) Serves as project leader responsible for developing assigning and coordinating duties and projects for systems administrators. The project members are specifically assigned to one or more of the multiple system platforms located throughout the state. Develops modifies and tests overall system backup and recovery strategies for all systems. Serves as the technical expert and focal point for installation configuration and testing of hardware and software associated with multiple operating systems and computer platforms. Provides technical assistance and analysis to other IT personnel involved in system design programming database design and adapting commercially available software. Determines equipment requirements communications and interfaces with other systems. Evaluates machine usage based on current usage patterns and develops plans for the acquisition of hardware and software needed to support future IT requirements.
2) Serves as the senior systems administrator responsible for planning coordinating modifying implementing and troubleshooting to support customer needs. Work pertains to the administration of all systems including ensuring the efficient integration between systems as well as compatibility with local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) infrastructure. Analyzes evaluates and recommends hardware/software changes to various computer systems. Considers factors such as compatibility with standard systems conversion or implementation costs and impact on existing equipment. Develops guidelines standard operating procedures (SOPs) bulletins and flyers concerning the operation/use of C4 systems services and activities. Provides interpretations of higher authority regulations and guidance concerning IT system activities/services and coordinates with internal departments and external agencies concerning the resolution of problem areas encountered. Advises the information management staff on issues pertaining to operating systems and hardware status.
3) Plans and schedules the installation of new or modified hardware operating systems and software applications. Directs testing of vendor-provided software. Develops documents coordinates updates and validates the state Continuity of Operation Plan (COOP) procedures for system disaster recovery. Implements operating system releases and maintains the operational status of systems. Performs security management in accordance with NGB regulations and state policies. Develops and analyzes local policies regarding system access network rights and physical access to systems and equipment. Develops policy for all systems storage requirements throughout the state. Designs and modifies the storage structure and correlation between systems. Modifies system parameters on multiple operating systems integrating the use of Storage Area Networks (SAN) to achieve maximum system efficiency. Analyzes system operations to identify bottlenecks and takes action to resolve problems and ensure optimal performance and consistency.
4) Troubleshoots problems and implements changes on multiple computer platforms. Diagnose system failures to isolate source of problems between equipment system software and application programs. When problems are found modifies code devises fixes documents problems and advises responsible vendor or other outside party. Interacts with peers and vendors to resolve hardware and software problems and reports unresolved problems to the appropriate party. Coordinates with specialists and managers at higher levels to obtain information for interfacing with systems at those levels and to facilitate the acquisition and exchange of information technology. Serves as the organization authoritative expert at meetings and seminars designed to arrive at solutions for mutual systems administration problems.
Performs other duties as assigned.
- The incumbent of this position description must have at a minimum a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to position assignment.
- Irregular and overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies.
- The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- Work may require access to classified information. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
- May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
OPEN AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: AREA 1
Area I: Current On-board Title 5 or Title 32 Dual Status Technicians (Tenure: 1-Career 2-Conditional 3-Indefinite or 4-Term ) - Only those current Vermont National Guard employees who are in permanent indefinite or term technician status as result of being competitively hired by the Vermont National Guard.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific intensive training (for example IT certification) as appropriate.
For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled.
- Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
- Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces including the general public individuals who work in the agency other agencies or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs provide information or assistance resolve their problems or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
- Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example technical sensitive controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others attends to nonverbal cues and responds appropriately.
- Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and to make recommendations.
Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates experience should be evaluated based on the duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicants record of experience training and education must show possession of the knowledge skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge skills abilities and other characteristics):
--Knowledge of overall system architecture along with the systems being administered to integrate information systems components in order to install and maintain software and hardware configurations.
--Knowledge of state-of-art system software technology and related computer equipment to perform studies and evaluate whether changes in the system would be advisable.
--Knowledge of a wide range of IT standards principles concepts methods policies and authorized approaches.
--Knowledge of agency applications operating systems and components protocols and the hardware and software used throughout the state in order to conduct system administration functions.
--Knowledge of agency security principles and methods.
NOTE: This information must be supported in your resume to be considered for the position
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Education: A Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in computer science engineering information science information systems management mathematics operations research statistics or technology management or a degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one of more of the identified above fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications systems or networks. Note: You must submit copies of your official transcripts.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.
CONTINUATION OF CONDITIONS EMPLOYMENT & NOTES:
must complete appropriate training and obtain required certifications IAW DoDI 8140 or DOD 8570.01 Mor applicable governing document(s) for Cyber workforce as an IA Technician Level within 9 months of employment pending training seat availability
2. Work may require access to classified information. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
3. The incumbent of this position description must have at a minimum a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to position assignment.
4. Irregular and overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies.
5. The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
6. This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for or in response to a state emergency or disaster declaration. Head of Agency requests to exceed 14 days in a calendar year must be approved in advance by the National Guard Director of Manpower and Personnel (NGB-J1 ).
Please be advised:
1. Specialized experience will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position.
2. An applicants RESUME must provide in detail how they meet the specialized experience listed.
3. It must be documented with from (mm/yy) and to (mm/yy) dates and description of the specialized experience.
4. If education or a degree is required as part of the Specialized Experience you must include transcripts.
Do not copy the specialized experience qualifications word for word and place into your resume; you must describe your personal experience as it pertains to each statement.
Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience is allowed.
1) Qualifying based on education alone: Education may be substituted for specialized experience with a Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in computer science engineering information science information systems management mathematics operations research statistics or technology management or a degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one of more of the identified above fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications systems or networks. NOTE: In order to qualify for this position using education you must submit a copy of your transcripts.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information visit:
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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