IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK) Job in Centennial, CO

Vacancy No. CO-12700874-AR-25-062 Department Army National Guard Units
Salary $98,811.00 to $128,460.00 Grade 12 to 12
Perm/Temp Temporary FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/26/2025 Close Date 3/5/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Centennial, CO


Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK), Position Description Number D0259000 and is part of the CO JFHQ G6, National Guard.

The purpose of this position is to serve as a project leader for major network projects relating to the Wide Area Network (WAN) and Local Area Network (LAN) systems.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Open to current Permanent Dual Status Technicians within the JFHQ G6.

Duties

Responsible for ensuring the correct configuration of network devices. Develops methods and procedures and coordinates corrective action to optimize network performance. Develops the standard configuration software loads for all network devices. Uses remote management software tools to maintain and update configuration, protocol and user/system files. Develops and maintains documentation regarding network configuration, operating procedures, necessary to maintain the reliability of the network. Coordinates appropriate action to ensure backup processes are completed. Determines the use of network devices such as servers, workstations, and peripheral devices, and remote access systems. Responsible for implementation of configuration management plans for complex LANs and WANs with supported elements to include headquarters staff elements, tenant activities, state government, regional operating activities and national agencies. Initiates appropriate measures to maintain network security. Develops plans and procedures for remote installation of applications and upgrades using state of the art software distribution methods. Oversees the distribution of applications and upgrades ensuring compliance with regulations and copyright laws. Establishes procedures to maintain accurate records of authorized users of distributed software. Instructs lower graded information technology (IT) specialists in the administration and maintenance of the installation's network devices. Establishes network trust relationships. Recommends standard operating procedures for all devices on the network. Directs the review and evaluation of proposed software. Directs the analysis of equipment and software reliability and utilization reports to identify and define problem areas and to establish end-to-end systems performance levels. Writes policy and plans for the installation continuity of operations plan (COOP). Serves as network administrator responsible for configuring hubs, and switches, monitoring network performance, performing network diagnostics, analyzing network traffic patterns; and installing network software fixes and upgrades. May be assigned to assist the chief by performing limited leader responsibilities. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
  • Must be a current Permanent Dual Status Technician within the JFHQ G6.
  • Submit all required documentation.

Qualifications

1. Specialized experience will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position.

2. An applicant's RESUME must provide, in detail, how they meet each specialized experience listed below.

3. It must be documented with "from (mm/yy)" and "to (mm/yy)" dates and description of the specialized experience.

DO NOT copy each bullet listed below word for word and place into your resume; you must describe your personal experience as it pertains to each bullet.

You will be immediately disqualified if you fail to include specialized experience in your resume.

Must have at least 12 months of experience in each of the following:
1. Experience that approaches techniques and requirements appropriate to an assigned computer applications area or computer specialty area in an organization.
2. Experience planning the sequence of actions necessary to accomplish the assignment where this entailed coordination with others outside the organizational unit and development of project controls.
3. Experience that required adaptations of guidelines or precedents to meet the needs of the assignment.
4. Experience preparing documentation on cost/benefit studies where is involved summarizing the material and organizing it in a logical fashion.

Education

Education cannot be substituted for Specialized Experience for this position.

Additional information

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 (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).

Benefits

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you are found to be a minimally qualified candidate, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Required Documents

Failure to submit the required documents will be grounds for disqualification without further review

REQUIRED: A current Resume, providing name, military rank, and email
REQUIRED: Specialized experience documented in your resume with mm/yy to mm/yy format
REQUIRED: Current non-award SF50 showing status

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12700874

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

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Agency contact information

Kenneth Moore
Address
CO JFHQ G6
6848 S Revere Pkwy
Centennial, CO 80112
US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.


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