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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK)- TITLE 32, Position Description Number D1515000 and is part of the GA 116th Air Control Networks Flight, National Guard.
This is a full-time, Excepted Permanent, dual status position which requires Georgia Air National Guard Membership.
03/12/2020 to 12/31/2020
$68,776 - $89,410 per year
GS 9
2 vacancies in the following location:
No
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-Time
Excepted
None
No
No
GA-10746525-AF-20-147
562238900
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
This vacancy announcement is for a Dual Status Technician which requires active membership in the Georgia Air National Guard (uniformed military service). Official appointment is not effective until membership within the Georgia Air National Guard is confirmed by the gaining HRO. This is an open and continuous job announcement. Recruitment will continue and applications are pulled at the request of the hiring official and in the order received.
As a IT Specialist (NETWORK) you will,
Incumbent serves as the Information Protection Manager and focal point for information warfare and telecommunications and computer-security related functions. Performs general network and telecommunications systems administration and service center/"help desk" functions. The incumbent assists in establishing Group policy, and in managing, operating, and maintaining the Computer Security (COMPUSEC), Emissions Security (EMSEC), Security Awareness Training and Education (SATE), Air Force Electronic Key Management System (AFKEMS), the Multilevel Security (MLS) and serves as the Communications Security (COMSEC) manager. The incumbent is responsible for support of all Air Operations Center functions. This includes Command & Support, Intelligence, Operations, and Plans divisions, both in garrison and deployed. Requires knowledge and ability to work in "joint" situations with other United States Armed Forces personnel and in "combined " situations with military personnel from allied nations. Must be prepared to learn and adapt quickly to meet demands imposed by different cultures and working situations.
Under general oversight of higher graded specialist, the incumbent serves as the Computer Security (COMPUSEC) Manager. Publishes policy, as required, to effectively manage the Group COMPUSEC Programs disseminates information,coordinates and ensures computer security practices are adhered to by all functional areas. Provides guidance and assistance in the preparations of all certification and accreditation packages. Validates and forwards packages to the Designated Approval Authority (DAA). Provides advice to the DDA, when requested. Contracts higher headquarters, as required for assistance in dealing with COMPUSEC problems.
Manages the Telecommunications Security program for the Group. Works with the Network Control Center (NCC) Manager to implement procedures to protect information on all networks managed by the NCC. [When the Group is so tasked, this duty involves the Base Network Control Center (BNCC).] Utilizes multi-level security (MLS) products collectively to provide data integrity, confidentiality, authentication, non-repudiation, and access control for the Group's networks. Uses state of the art information security software and hardware tools to gather information and manage security on assigned tele communications networks. Analyzes the information gathered to determine vulnerabilities, threats, and detect any compromises. Reports to MAJCOM,AFCA, and NSA in writing all incidents involving, viruses, tampering, or unauthorized system entry.
Participates in installation, configuration, operation, administration, monitoring, and systems operation documentation, of network and application server hardware, operating system software, telecommunications systems, peripheral network equipment, and Automated Information Systems (AIS). Incumbent maybe required to conduct day to day routine testing and trouble-shooting to insure operability, efficiency, and compliance with existing standards and correct readily-detectable problems. Performs system backups, archives, and complete restoration of the network system database as directed
Performs customer service/control center duties such as accepting trouble calls, providing on the spot CIS systems assistance and guidance, routing requirement requests to the proper functional area, and documenting all facets of customer's requests for any computer information communications service provided by the division.
Performs general network and telecommunications systems administration within approved existing structure such as resetting user passwords and access rights, adding and modifying users, assisting in the configuration of services in a variety of systems.
Serves as the Communications Security (COMSEC) Manager for all cryptographic activities. Acts as the sole point of contact to the Commander concerning the Group COMSEC posture. Safeguards and controls all COMSEC equipment, keying material, COMSEC information and other COMSEC-related functions. The criticality involved in managing COMSEC operations mandates duties such as destruction, receiving, issuing, and inspecting to be accomplished within the most stringent timelines. Coordinates with MAJCOM, HQ USAF, and the National Security Agency (NSA), to ensure that security directives and local policies are current and that security is not compromised. Ensures material processed is properly documented and maintained IAW applicable directives. Maintains a continuous and absolute audit trail of each individual COMSEC item received, issued, or destroyed. Incumbent is answerable to proper authorities for the loss or misuse of the COMSEC equipment or material.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Military Grades: E1- E5.
Compatible Military Assignments: AFSC: 3D0X2 (or the ability to attend and graduate from 66 academic date 3D0X2 technical school.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education or training that has provided a basic knowledge of data processing functions and general management principles that enabled the applicant to understand the stages required to automate a work process. Experience may have been gained in work such as computer operator or assistant, computer sales representative, program analyst, or other positions that required the use or adaptation of computer programs and systems.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 24 months experience, education, or training in analysis of the interrelationship of pertinent components of the system. Experience planning the sequence of actions necessary to accomplish the assignment. Experience scheduling the sequence of programs to be processed by computers where alternatives had to be weighed with a view to production efficiency.
Possession of or aptitude to obtain Security+ (1AT II) Certification via tech school or other source.
At the GS-9 level, a masters or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree may be substituted.
Major study-computer science, information science, information systems management, mathematics, statistics, operations research, or engineering, or course work that required the development or adaptation of computer programs and systems and provided knowledge equivalent to a major in the computer field.
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 are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
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):
Ability to build databases or create imagery files for analysis by external agancies.
Knowledge of software development process or hardware integration into existing systems.
Knowledge or experience working with inventory management systems and procedures.
Knowledge or experience with issuing and receiving accountable rsources.
Ability to communicate unit mission, goals and activities wel both orally and in writing.
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 (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents: RIP.
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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10746525
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
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