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IT Specialist (SYSADMIN)

Department of Defense
Defense Logistics Agency
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Summary

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Overview

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Job canceled
Open & closing dates
05/06/2025 to 05/09/2025
This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Salary
$120,579 to - $185,234 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 13 - 14
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Arlington, VA
1 vacancy
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
50% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
14
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Top Secret
Drug test
Yes
Financial disclosure
Yes
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
DLADS-25-12733581-DHA
Control number
836540400

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Clarification from the agency

This is a Direct Hiring Authority Notice open to the Public using the Department of Defense (Certain DoD Personnel) DHA.

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Duties

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  • Leads IT systems and daily operation of the enterprise architecture necessary to ensure the successful implementation of an integrated Department of Defense (DoD) network.
  • Analyzes system requirements, selects architectures to meet the business requirements of the organization, and develops transition plans and strategies for achieving the target architecture.
  • Prepares appropriate documentation in support of hardware, software acquisitions to meet end user IT and Information Management requirements.
  • Serves as a primary subject matter technical expert for IT and Information Management system administration and management.
  • Provides input to senior management and assists with the establishment of policy, procedures, and other guidance as it relates to IT and information management associated with daily operation, projects, and COOP plans.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Tour of Duty: Set Schedule
  • Security: Required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance with access to SCI and Special Access Programs (SAPs); including submitting to background checks as a condition of employment and continued access to Special Access Programs.
  • Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
  • Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
  • Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
  • Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
  • Bargaining Unit Status: No
  • Pre-Employment Physical: Not Required
  • Financial Disclosure Requirement: Required

Qualifications

To qualify for a IT Specialist (SYSADMIN), your resume and supporting documentation must support:

A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-13 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. To qualify at the GS-14 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Creditable specialized experience includes: (If two-graded, include specialized experience for each grade level.)

GS-13:

  • Analyzes system requirements, selects architectures to meet the business requirements of the organization, and develops transition plans and strategies for achieving the target architecture.
  • Conducts risk and vulnerability assessments of planned and installed information management systems to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and protection needs.
  • Performs functions associated with troubleshooting, rebuilding, and reconfiguring multiple computer platforms and operating systems for the program and supported customers.

GS-14:
  • Serves as subject matter technical expert for IT and Information Management System administration and management.
  • Provides input to senior management and assists with the establishment of policy, procedures and other guidance associated with daily operations, projects and COOP plans.
  • Functions as a primary hardware and software configuration engineer for related IT systems to include configuration of both functional and performance design.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

For Important General Applicant Information and Definitions go to: http://www.dla.mil/portals/104/documents/careers/GenAppInfoDef.pdf

Reemployed Annuitants: This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: http://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf

Drug-Free Workplace: The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has established a Drug-Free Federal Workplace Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for DLA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with DLA for a period of six months. This policy extends to random testing for the use of illegal drugs by employees who occupy testing designated positions defined as sensitive in Section 7(d) of Executive Order 12564. The Defense Logistics Agency's Drug Free Workplace Plan's drug testing panel includes testing for the following illegal substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates (codeine/morphine), 6-Acetylmorphine (heroin), phencyclidine, amphetamines (amphetamine/methamphetamine), methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), oxycodone, oxymorphone, hydrocodone, and hydromorphone. ADVISORY: By using cannabidiol (CBD) products you are risking a positive drug test result for marijuana.

The incumbent will be designated as Non-Combat Essential (NCE). In the event of a crisis situation, the incumbent may be required to deploy via temporary reassignment or be required to stay in place to support contingency operations. The incumbent may be required to take part in readiness exercises. This position cannot be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the organization to function effectively; therefore, the position requires the incumbent to be screened from military recall. Deployment will be via Temporary Duty (TDY) orders. Deployment may entitle the employee to additional monetary compensation dependent upon the deployment location.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Direct Hire Evaluation: Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. This vacancy will be filled through a Direct Hire Authority. All applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration. The rule of Three, Veteran's Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this vacancy. We will evaluate your application for basic eligibility and to determine if your experience meets the basic qualification requirements described in the announcement. All applicants who meet the qualifications and other basic requirement are eligible for referral and selection consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.

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