Wireless Technology Specialist Job in Tyndall AFB, FL

Vacancy No. 25-7KFSRI979361 Department Air Combat Command
Salary $28.00 to $32.00 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 8/13/2025 Close Date 8/18/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Tyndall AFB, FL


Summary


About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Information Technology.


This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

Assists the Force Support Squadron computer specialist in all matters relating to data automation data systems and communication hardware/software applications used within the Force Support Squadron. Performs a wide range of duties supporting the configuration management, hardware and software maintenance, functional user support, etc. to include but not limited to plans, coordinates, and installs applications software and hardware for Data Automation Systems. Provides Customer Support, Network Services, Operating Systems, Policy and Planning, Security, Systems Administration and Systems Analysis. Installs tests and troubleshoots, maintains and repairs operating systems and software configuration of FSS network infrastructure devices to include but not limited to routers, switches, firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, wireless controllers and access points. Ensures that network connections are online and active utilizing network management tools and processes and plays a key role in maintaining the network management platforms. Analyzes system problems and develop and/or recommend corrective action. Provides customer technical assistance support for FSS.NET LAN. Provides on-going technical support to customers to ensure proper functional use of equipment and programs to preclude undue interruptions to IT services. Interfaces with customers to ensure efficient operations. Provides technical expertise and assistance with their desktop applications and software. Assistance may require hands-on corrective action or putting a trouble ticket in the Enterprise Service Desk (ESD) Automated System. Acts as liaison between the FSS Customer and the ESD as needed. Assists in compiling information for risk analysis accreditation and certification packages in accordance with agency requirements and timeframes. Additional duties could include Information Assurance Officer (IAO), Cyberspace Infrastructure Planning System (CIPS), Client Support Technician (CST), Information Technology Equipment Custodian (ITEC), and maintain Payment Card Industry (PCI) standards or alternate for these duties. The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours in an on-call status, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12782468

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 08/18/2025

Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:
Possess & maintain DoD approved Information Assurance baseline certification or understand that completion of training & certification must be completed within 6 months of appointment. Experience using the fundamental capabilities and functions of IT network architecture, topology and protocols used in installing and administering network services. Must have experience configuring/Installing and maintaining network switches/routers/firewalls/servers and wireless controllers/access points. Individual must be able to communicate clearly when providing technical support to users. Must possess the skills necessary to communicate IT-related processes clearly and effectively using both oral and written. Must be physically able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 40 lbs.

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

  • Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal Affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Direct deposit is required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • A probationary period may be required.
  • Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement.
  • Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
  • This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
  • This position does include in a bargaining unit.
  • Union Name AFGE and Local or Chapter Number 1113

Candidates 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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.

Required Documents

Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:

  • Resume


Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • PCS Orders
  • Professional Certification
  • Proof of Marriage Status
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript


As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

How to Apply

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/18/2025 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. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account and designate the document type when submitting your application. Failure to complete this portion will result in an incomplete application package and you will not be further considered for this vacancy.

It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

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Agency contact information

Tyndall NAF HR Office
Address
Tyndall Resource Management Flight
325 FSS/FSCN
445 Suwannee Avenue, Suite 237
Tyndall AFB, FL 32403-5545
US

Next steps

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