This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/581931200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
As a Field IT Engineer for the CIA, you are responsible for the installation, operation, and maintenance of computer, network and telecommunications systems in Agency data centers worldwide. Participating in the full project life cycle, you will plan, upgrade, modify, configure and document communications systems and associated infrastructure.
Learn more about this agency10/19/2020 to 10/18/2021
$63,503 - $112,240 per year
GS 9 - 12
Many vacancies in the following location:
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50% or less - Please see the "Conditions of Employment" section.
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Permanent
Full-Time
Excepted
12 - GS-9, Step 3 to GS-12, Step 10.
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Yes
DEST-10931507-21-CB
581931200
US Citizens (dual national US citizens are eligible). This job requires a Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.
As a Field IT Engineer for the CIA, you are responsible for the installation, operation, and maintenance of computer, network and telecommunications systems in Agency data centers worldwide. Participating in the full project life cycle, you will plan, upgrade, modify, configure and document communications systems and associated infrastructure. Systems include LAN/WAN technology, terrestrial and RF communications platforms (to include satellite, VHF/UHF and microwave systems), uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), cryptographic equipment and fiber optics. In a supporting role, you will also perform installation, operation and maintenance of AC power distribution grids, emergency power generators, transformers, automatic voltage regulators (AVR) and heating ventilation and air conditioning systems (HVAC).
The capacity and commitment to serve globally is essential. Field IT Engineers typically work overseas in a temporary travel status up to 50% of the time. Some assignments may be in difficult, harsh and challenging environments to include conflict zone and hostile locations. Opportunities to live and work overseas are also available and most Field IT Engineers live abroad at some point in their careers. Field IT Engineers receive benefits and allowances for travel that positively impact their overall compensation.
Note on Travel: The capacity and commitment to serve globally is essential. Field IT Engineers typically work overseas in a temporary travel status up to 50% of the time. Some assignments may be in difficult, harsh and challenging environments to include conflict zone and hostile locations. Opportunities to live and work overseas are also available and most Field IT Engineers live abroad at some point in their careers. Field IT Engineers receive benefits and allowances for travel that positively impact their overall compensation.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/581931200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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