IT Specialist; Sysadmin Security Clearance

Position: IT SPECIALIST (SYSADMIN) with Security Clearance
Duties As a IT SPECIALIST (SYSADMIN), GS-2210-11, you will provide technical and analytical guidance and support for network hardware and software to include various servers and management terminals utilized by Air Control units, considering the current tactics and doctrine. The incumbent performs analytical and evaluative duties related to computer networks to provide information technology and communications functions and services which support programs essential to Air National Guard daily operations, training, and readiness missions.

Incumbent is responsible for planning and coordinating mission accomplishments and training requirements of functionally assigned guard member.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(1) Configures, manages, monitors, programs and trouble-shoots various tactical and non-tactical network and application server hardware, operating system software, and peripheral network equipment such as routers, bridges, switches, attached cabling system, network interface cards, modems, multiplexers, concentrators, boundary protection devices (firewall), and print services for both classified and unclassified networks. Conducts testing using remote management terminals to insure operability, efficiency, and compliance with existing standards.

Recommends policies and develops and maintains procedures for tactical networks, system operations, and product assembly and installation to include policies for system backup and archives. Creates, adapts, and implements guides and controls for network, system, or total communications programs in support of daily operations or training exercises. Configures and manages messaging platforms such as: e-mail servers, and legacy messaging devices.

(2) Coordinates with internal and external functions for network design, operation, and address resolution. Establishes and manages IP addresses, communication and network rights, and determines need and access to systems, equipment, and security. Coordinates with requesting agencies (Army, Navy, Allies, etc.) for networking requirements, to include classified and unclassified support. Ensures operation and compatibility of assigned Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) devices.

(3) Analyzes equipment and software reliability and utilization to identify and correct problem areas and to establish network performance levels. Uses benchmarks, performance measurement, and evaluation data, in conjunction with modeling and simulation techniques. Plans for increased capacity to support any additional workloads. (4) Performs in-depth analysis of systems related to proposals for change, in order to develop or modify information systems to meet tactical network user requirements.

Determines applicability of established methods. Gathers facts about the nature of the work involved in the user's application area, flow of work, processing actions, and work product(s). Provides technical advice to users. (5) As required, accomplishes risk analysis, accreditation, and certification packages to include disaster recovery plan in accordance with agency requirements. Performs, as required, or assists Information Assurance personnel in conducting risk analysis and security tests and evaluations.

Works with other security officers, users, Network Control Center (NCC) personnel, and other support personnel to ensure security regulations are followed. (6) Develops, establishes, and maintains work center training programs. Plans and schedules tasks and training activities for drill status guard members. Oversees and conducts on-the-job training (OJT) for personnel. Creates and develops lesson plans. Ensures availability of facilities and training aids.

Monitors the training status of personnel and ensures that supplemental and/or remedial training is accomplished. (7) Ensures mobilization readiness of section personnel and equipment. Fabricates cables and connectors to interface with various commercial and military electronic systems and sub-systems. Completes proper documentation and follows procedures for incident reporting. Completes maintenance data collection and performs administrative duties for TO and work center files.

(8) As…