ITSPEC; Network - TITLE Security Clearance

Position: ITSPEC (NETWORK) - TITLE 5 with Security Clearance
Duties as an it spec (network), gs-2210-11, you will: design and engineer data and voice networks carried over various transmission systems such as cable systems, fiber optic as well as copper. Engineer and design router-to-router connections utilizing military and commercial protocols, circuit configurations through military and commercial multiplexers. Develop plans for employment of communications systems to support in-garrison and deployed operations.

Plan and design wide area networks (wans) consisting of commercial off the shelf (cots) and military specification (milspec) components to operate iaw accepted information technology (it) security policies using automated network planning tools. Utilize a broad knowledge of it concepts, principles, methods and practices to (a) provide network services that support a requesting agency's requirements; (b) relate agency requirements to existing technology, policies, priorities, systems capabilities, technology and services, operating practices and procedures, terms/conditions of systems and service contracts, equipment and staffing requirements, costs and funding, and other supporting services required;

and (c) identify, direct, and coordinate the actions required to provide needed services. Coordinate frequency assignments with local spectrum managers. Determine requirements and request resources from different agencies to support contingency and/or training networks. Coordinate with using agencies on internet protocol (ip) addressing, area codes, and telephone numbering. Contact, as required, defense information systems agency (disa), major commands (majcoms), or other agencies to coordinate operations.

Create and disseminate virtual private network requests and other formal requests. Identify and correct network and transmission deficiencies in planned or currently operational networks. Provide guidance and direction pertaining to aoc communications equipment/systems and the operating characteristics of communications equipment, services, and systems. Determine operational, technical and support requirements for the location, installation, operation and maintenance of network equipment and systems.

Coordinate and conduct operational tests and evaluations of designed networks to optimize capabilities. Review and analyze data, make technical judgments, and prepare decisions and recommendations concerning the quality, acceptability, and/or need for changes/improvements. Represent the organization in conferences or with committees to establish standard methods and operating procedures to accommodate mission requirements. Develop short and long range planning procedures to meet mission requirements.

Develop procedures to ensure optimal use of milspec and cots equipment and reporting procedures. Interpret and apply joint standards when designing data, voice, and transmission networks and/or systems to meet mission objectives. Provide operating capabilities to accomplish mission requirements. Create or adapt guides and controls for network, system, or total communications programs in support of daily operations, training exercises, and deployments.

Develop training programs involving the standardization, control, and/or guidance of communications programs. Plan, develop and administer operations. Perform duties associated with mobilization readiness of section personnel and equipment. Serve as the central focal point for all time compliance network orders (tcno) system vulnerability alerts. Ensure, local functional system administrators (fsa's), client support administrators (csa's) and users, comply with security procedures, and identified vulnerabilities are corrected.

Report compliance status to higher headquarters within mandated time frames. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements conditions of employment
* federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
* must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
* this position is covered by the domestic violence misdemeanor amendment (30 sep 96) of the gun control act (lautenberg amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
* ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
* irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
* the duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment.
* you are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
* this position conducts information assurance functions.
* the incumbent shall comply with the…