ITSPEC (NETWORK) Job in Atlantic City, NJ

Vacancy No. NJ-12635075-AF-24-194 Department Air National Guard Units
Salary $79,839.00 to $103,787.00 Grade 11 to 11
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 12/12/2024 Close Date 1/13/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Atlantic City, NJ


Summary

This Title 5 National Guard position is for a ITSPEC (NETWORK), Position Description Number T5905900 within the 177th CS and is part of the NJ 177th FW, Air National Guard.

The purpose of this position is to serve as a unit systems administrator to monitor the Local and Wide Area Network, including the planning, analysis, development, implementation, Quality Assurance(QA), maintenance testing, and/ management of networked systems and the unit's QA program.

Duties

As a ITSPEC (NETWORK), GS-2210-11, you will:

  • Analyze LAN utilization statistics through data collection and performance measures to ensure the smooth, reliable, and robust operation of LANs to include classified and unclassified networks.
  • Conduct testing of network systems to ensure current network software products are compatible with system configurations and to ensure operability, efficiency, and compliance with existing standards.
  • Implement network operating system and/or network application software, and maintain contact with software suppliers to ensure that current releases of software products are in use.
  • Conduct problem analysis to identify trends, ineffective practices or procedures, and equipment shortcomings. Identifies and documents network requirements for specific needs of customers.
  • Install, configure, and troubleshoot network and application server hardware, network operating system software, and peripheral network equipment such as routers, bridges, cabling system, network interface cards, modems, multiplexers, and concentrators.
  • Maintain required information assurance certification IAW DoD 8140 and/or DoD 8570.01-M, Federal Information Security Management Act of 2002, Clinger Cohen Act of 1996 in order to ensure the rigorous application of information security and assurance policies in the delivery of network services
  • Member must also ensure availability and use of quality assurance checklists to ensure equipment, systems, and software meet technical design specifications and are configured for optimal operation.
  • Experience planning, developing, and administering the Quality Assurance (QA) programs.
  • Develop the Quality Management Program (QMP) that documents the management and operational policies and procedures.
  • Conduct quality assurance tests and perform routine inspections.
  • Experience in the application and theory of specialization using applicable QA publications.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Area of Consideration:

CAT 8: US Citizens

Security Clearance

Must have a Secret Security Clearance and be able to obtain a Top Secret Security Clearance within 1(One) Year of appointment.



Additional Employment Requirements:

-Participation in direct deposit is mandatory

-May be required to successfully complete a probationary period

-Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation

-Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Must have the following experiences:
  • Data processing functions
  • Configuring and Troubleshooting network routers and switches
  • Applying general management principles
  • Automating work processes
  • Using computers
  • Operating computer programs and systems
  • Quality Assurance Experience
  • Identification of unsatisfactory trends and conditions
  • Experience in the preparation of technical reports on quality levels to identify specific problem areas and to recommend corrective action
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have 36 months of the following experiences:
  • Applying computer application techniques
  • Configuring, installing, monitoring and troubleshooting local area network (LAN) equipment to include routers, switches and servers.
  • Planning the sequence of actions necessary to accomplish an assignment
  • Coordinating with others outside the organizational unit
  • Developing project controls
  • Adapting guidelines or precedents to meet the needs of the assignment
  • Preparing documentation on cost/benefit studies
  • Summarizing and organizing material and organizing
  • Experience involving principles, techniques and accepted practices of quality assurance work
  • Briefing Squadron Commander/Director of Operations, and Wing/ACC inspectors on the units Quality Management Program

Education

There are no education requirements for this vacancy announcement

Additional information

Security Clearance

Must be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance within 1(One) Year of appointment.

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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

IF YOU COPY AND PASTE ANY PORTION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT, YOUR RESUME WILL BE DISQUALIFIED

Telework

The option to telework is subject to the supervisor/branch chief and Director's approval.

NOTE: If the individual selected is currently on a Title 10 or Title 32 tour no action can be taken until he/she is released from tour.

Hiring an applicant who retired from Active Duty (includes AGR) for T5 NG Employee positions. In accordance with DOD Instruction 1402.01 (Employment of Retired Members of the Armed Forces), a retired member of an active duty component cannot be hired for civilian positions in the competitive and excepted service within 180 days of retirement without an approved TAG waiver packet

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 rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

Data and Content Management, Network Operation, and System Administration

Veterans' Preference

Preference eligibility for veterans in Federal employment is defined in section 2108 of title 5, United States Code, and applies to new appointments in both the competitive and excepted service. While veterans' preference does not guarantee veterans a job and does not apply to appointments under merit promotion procedures or internal agency actions such as promotions, transfers, reassignments and reinstatements, it does provide a very useful tool in the application process for qualified candidates.

If you are claiming veteran's preference, you MUST submit the appropriate supporting documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran's preference.

10-point preference eligible: An individual who served at any time and has a service connected disability or has received a Purple Heart, and survivors or spouses of certain veterans.

5-point preference eligible: An individual with active duty service during certain time periods (180 consecutive days during a war) or between 9/11/01 and 8/31/10, or who received an armed forces expeditionary or campaign medal.

0-point preference eligible: An individual who is released or discharged from a period of active duty from the armed forces, after August 29, 2008, by reason of a "sole survivorship discharge."

In addition, only veterans discharged or released from active duty in the armed forces under honorable conditions (or, more recently, active duty members who certify through official documentation that they are expected to be honorably discharged or released within 120 days) are eligible for veterans' preference. Retired members of the armed forces are not included in the definition of preference eligible unless they are a disabled veteran or they retired below the rank of major or its equivalent.

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your Resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. Your full name, address, civilian email address and current telephone number must be on your resume. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO DOCUMENT IN YOUR RESUME EVIDENCE THAT SUPPORTS YOUR ELIGIBILITY AND QUALIFICATION CLAIMS. To avoid plagiarism, DO NOT copy and paste the positions description or qualifications from this announcement into your resume. YOU WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FOR PLAGIARISM Your resume must show relevant experience where you worked, job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr.), hours per week & salary. Incomplete resumes will result in the applicant not being considered for the position.

Example:

$65,000 per year; 40 hours per week, January 2010-July 2019 or January 2006-present........DETAILED description of your experience and qualifications. If your resume does not contain this information, your application will be marked as incomplete, and you will not receive consideration for this position.

2. Your most recent (non-award) Standard Form 50 (SF50). (if applicable) Prior/current Federal employees are required to submit their most recent SF 50 with their packet. The SF-50(s) must reflect the highest grade and step held in Federal Service that demonstrates one year time in grade.

3. Proof of Certification, License, Clearance cert, SRB, ORB, RIP and unofficial transcripts (with credit hours, degree completion status, etc..) for all requisite certification requirements as outlined within this job opportunity announcement. (If applicable)

4. Supporting documentation for all Veterans' Preference claims i.e., DD 214, SF-15, Medical Information, etc. (if applicable)

If you are claiming veteran's preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran's preference. - 10-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the supporting documentation as required by the SF-15. - 5-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active-duty service.

Acceptable documentation for claiming Vet Pref:

https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job-seekers/veterans-preference/#content

Determine your eligibility for Veterans' Preference in hiring

elaws - Veterans' Preference Advisor (dol.gov)

PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resumes, supporting documents, official transcripts (copies) if needed, licenses, SF 50 etc.) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully prior to the announcement closing. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify, change or add anything to your application packet after the closing date. Human Resources WILL NOT divulge if you are qualified or not for the position. Incomplete packets will not be considered for the position.

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 and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

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

Savannah Janiszewski
Address
NJ 177th CMN FT
400 Langley Road
Egg Harbor Twp, NJ 08234
US
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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. Referral to the hiring official will be IAW our agency Merit Promotion Plan and current Labor agreement. Qualified applicants may be further evaluated by a ranking panel. Referred candidates will be further evaluated and interviewed by a selection panel.


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