Summary You will serve as a SUPERVISORY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (SYSADMIN) for the NAVAL CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIVE SERVICE (NCIS). All Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) positions are in the excepted service. This position is in the excepted service and does not confer competitive status. This job opportunity announcement has a cut-off of 50 applicants. Once the first 50 applicants are received the announcement will automatically close. Responsibilities You will ensure efficient day-to-day operations of the Linux-based networks, which includes providing administrative and technical supervision. You will independently coordinate and integrate the work of subordinates (staff and contractors) and makes decisions and recommendations on complex problems. You will troubleshoot software applications through understanding of basic programming and scripting languages such as Python and Bash You will review, develop, recommend and execute directives and guidance for implementing enterprise level computing infrastructure services that abide by Federal, Department of Defense (DoD), DON and NCIS security requirements. You will maintain expert knowledge of emerging developments in systems engineering and system design. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications GS-14: I have one year of information technology related experience in the federal service or private or public sector demonstrating the following four competencies, as defined: 1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: Experience in conducting the inventory of Information Technology equipment and software in support of Information Technology projects and special support missions of the organization. 2. 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. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency includes: Experience in conducting the inventory of Information Technology equipment and software in support of Information Technology projects and special support missions of the organization. 3. 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. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: Experience in representing the Information Technology team in meetings and conferences with counterparts internal and external to the organization and briefing management on all Information Technology projects and requirements. 4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: Experience in developing and maintaining technical policies and procedures and administering internal controls and quality assurance plans; developing network management and system administration guidelines, policies and procedures, writing comprehensive operating instructions and preparing training materials for operating personnel. In addition to my experience demonstrating the four competencies above, I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-13) or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector planning, organizing, and directing teams engaged in a broad range of system development and maintenance activities. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/group-stds/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210 Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Education Additional Information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. This position has been designated as a Cyber Workforce position in the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) role of Systems Administrator (451) proficiency level Advanced and, as a condition of employment, the incumbent of the position is required to maintain qualifications in accordance with DON Cyber Workforce Program requirements of SECNAV M-5239.2. The incumbent participate in a continuous learning (CL) program as described in SECNAVINST 5239.20A and SECNAV M-5239.2. An annual 20-hour minimum of Cyber Workforce related continuous learning must be documented in a current individual development plan signed by both the employee and supervisor. The incumbent must obtain the required credentials within 12 months of appointment and maintain those credentials as described in SECNAV M-5239.2 for DCWF role of Systems Administrator (451) proficiency level Advanced. For more information, please review SECNAV M-5239.2 Chapter 3, paragraph b (1) (g) 1. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. During the application process you will have the ability to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions in the local commuting area. Depending on the hiring organization and the position being filled, job requirements (e.g., security clearance, travel, drug testing, financial disclosure filing, bargaining unit status, etc.) may vary. Other hiring managers filling similar positions may offer relocation expense reimbursement and/or may offer recruitment incentives for new employees, depending on funding availability and in accordance with policy. If you opt-in and are referred on a certificate, your resume will be available to other hiring managers for 180-days from the date the job announcement closes. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf ICTAP does not apply to Excepted Service positions. Military Spouse Preference applicants will receive priority consideration at the Full Performance Level (FPL) and if determined to be Best Qualified at the FPL, and selected, must be placed at the FPL. A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position.
