This position is located within the Office of the U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service at the U. S. Embassy in Beijing, China. This position is responsible for providing IT support and guidance to all China-based staff of the Department of Commerce/ITA (approx. 120 users) located in Beijing, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Shenyang, and Wuhan, China. Managing the day-to-day operation of the post's computer system administered by the Department of Commerce/ITA.
Summary
This position is located within the Office of the U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service at the U. S. Embassy in Beijing, China. This position is responsible for providing IT support and guidance to all China-based staff of the Department of Commerce/ITA (approx. 120 users) located in Beijing, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Shenyang, and Wuhan, China. Managing the day-to-day operation of the post's computer system administered by the Department of Commerce/ITA.
As the sole IT position in GM China, this is a hybrid position that requires familiarity with elements of Systems Administration/Network Administration/Help Desk Support/Messaging Administration (first priority), and Security Administration. The position is responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of the post's computer system (5 servers) administered by the Department of Commerce/ITA. These servers are separate from the State Department OpenNet system.
Must be able to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance.
Must pass pre-employment drug testing as well as post-employment random drug testing.
Must be 21 years of age.
If you are male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System.
Must be able to obtain a medical clearance for worldwide assignment, including accompanying dependents if applicable.
Any Special Agent subject to mandatory retirement within the period of employment must obtain a waiver from the Department of Commerce to be considered eligible for this appointment.
You must file a Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment.
The incumbent will be required to develop and deliver training to all China-based staff to ensure their compliance with all post-specific requirements and their acquiring the skills and knowledge to efficiently utilize the IT tools available to them.
Qualifications
To qualify for the FP-2210-02 (GS-14 equivalency), you must have 1 year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to that of a GS-13 in the Federal Service.
Specialized experience is defined as experience:
Delivering Cybersecurity threat response and mitigating solutions.
Coordinating IT operations over several different offices, sometimes over a large geographic area.
Coordinating, delivering clear instructions to users, and guiding personnel actions pertaining to IT operations.
Planning procurement actions regarding purchases and maintenance of IT equipment.
Initiating IT procedures that make a significant and measurable difference in productivity.
Installing, operating, and maintaining new hardware and software applications.
Developing and maintaining a robust post-specific cybersecurity compliance system.
Supporting operations in the area of cyber security, contingency planning, disaster recovery, general security operations, and risk management.
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
Providing IT support and oversight to an organization of over 100 employees, in a sensitive security environment.
Delivering Cybersecurity threat response and mitigating solutions.
Coordinating the IT operations of several offices dispersed over a large geographic area.
Coordinating and guiding personnel actions pertaining to IT operations, delivering clear instructions to users.
Planning procurement actions regarding purchases and maintenance of IT equipment.
Initiating IT procedures that make a significant and measurable difference in productivity.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
SECURITY CLEARANCE: You must obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.
DRUG TESTING: Under the Department of Commerce's Drug Free Workplace Plan, all applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment, and if appointed the incumbent will be subjected to random drug testing procedures.
MEDICAL CLEARENCE: Must be able to obtain a medical clearance for worldwide assignment.
TOUR OF DUTY: Initial appointment may be extended in one (1) year increments up to a maximum of 5 years is possible; however, extensions are not guaranteed, and no promise of an extension is implied.
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: You must complete a Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment.
RE-EMPLOYMENT WITH LOSING AGENCY: An employee of any agency who accepts, with the consent of the head of that agency, a limited appointment in the Foreign Service under section 309 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 is entitled, upon the expiration of that appointment, to be reemployed in that employee's former position or in a corresponding or higher position in that agency. Upon re-employment under this section, an employee shall be entitled to any within-grade increases in pay which the employee would have received if the employee had remained in the former position in the agency.
APPLICANTS WITH A DISABILITY: The Department of Commerce provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Office of Foreign Service Human Capital contact identified in this vacancy. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER.
SELECTIVE SERVICE REQUIREMENT: Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must certify at the time of appointment that they have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under Selective Service law.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
AGENCY BENEFITS: Foreign Service Officer benefits include group life insurance, health benefits and Thrift Savings Plan; Government provided quarters or housing allowance, if overseas; generous leave accrual policy; cost of living adjustments and post differential pay for certain overseas assignments; and educational allowances for children if overseas.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated based on a comparison of the position requirements against the quality and extent of the experience and/or related education as reflected in your resume and supporting documentation. You are encouraged to ensure work experiences clearly show possession of the specialized experience required for this position. We will compare your resume and supporting documentation to your responses on the assessment questionnaire. If, after reviewing your resume and any supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have rated yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your category placement may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. Only the best qualified candidates will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration. Other than the system status, we will not provide any additional information about why an applicant did not make the referral list.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
AGENCY BENEFITS: Foreign Service Officer benefits include group life insurance, health benefits and Thrift Savings Plan; Government provided quarters or housing allowance, if overseas; generous leave accrual policy; cost of living adjustments and post differential pay for certain overseas assignments; and educational allowances for children if overseas.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
1. Resume (that should not exceed two pages in length) which shows relevant experience; cover letter optional. If more than two pages are submitted for the resume, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.
Full name, mailing address (including zip code), and day and evening telephone numbers.
Citizenship.
Confirmation of your registration in the Selective Service, if you are registered for Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/59.
Work experience including the dates (mm/dd/yy) of each employment along with the number of hours worked per week. Include paid and non-paid job-related work experience. For each job listed you are to provide:
Job title
Duties and accomplishments
Employer's name and address
Supervisor's name and phone number
Starting and ending dates (mm/dd/yy)
Salary
If Federal; Title, Series, and grade/pay band
2. Veterans' Preference Eligibles: If you are claiming veterans' preference you must provide a legible copy of your DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, member 4 copy or any official documentation or statement from the Armed Forces that confirms your dates of service and that your separation, discharge, or release from active duty was under honorable conditions (i.e., Honorable or General Discharge). Note: If you have more than one DD-214 for multiple periods of active duty, submit a copy for each period of service.Active Duty Service Members: You must submit a statement of discharge/certification of release or an official written document from the armed forces that certifies you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions no later than 120 days from the date the announcement closes. Enlisted Record Briefs and military identification do NOT qualify as official documentation. If the appropriate information is not submitted to confirm the discharge status, dates of service, etc., you will not be considered for this job opportunity under Veteran Preference procedures. To gain access to your DD-214 online please visit.If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, in addition to the documents specified above, you must also submit documentation that supports your claim, e.g., an official statement from the Department of Veterans Affairs (dated 1991 or later) or from a branch of the Armed Forces certifying the existence of a service-connected disability, or the award of the Purple Heart, completed SF-15, etc. The overall rating must be identified on your certification letter or separation orders. Documentation must be received by the closing date shown in this vacancy announcement. If you fail to submit any of the required documentation, you will not be granted veterans' preference.Additional information on veterans' preference can be found in the Vet Guide.
3. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) documentation if applicable.
CTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:
Copy of your specific RIF notice; notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate; a Certificate of Expected Separation (CES); or certification that you are in a surplus organization or occupation (this could be a position abolishment letter, a notice eligibility for discontinued service retirement, or similar notice).
Copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action", noting current position, grade level, and duty location;
Copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; and
Any documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.
You may submit required and/or supplemental documents through any of the following methods:
Upload your file(s).
Download from your USAJOBS account.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Applicants applying under this announcement are required to complete and submit an on-line application through the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) application system, USAJOBS at website http://www.usajobs.gov/. The information you provide and your resume will become part of your application and will automatically be transferred to the Department of Commerce's application system when you apply on-line. Information you provide is general information that must be completed by all applicants.
There are several parts of the application process that will affect your overall evaluation: (i). Your on-line resume, (ii). Your responses to the vacancy questions, (iii). Your supporting documentation.
Your complete application, including required documents, must be received on-line by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement.
International Trade Administration
1401 Constitution Ave NW
Washington, DC 20230
US
Next steps
You will receive notice that your application has been received. You can check the status of your application by accessing the USAJOBS website at http://www.usajobs.gov/. - Click on the MY USAJOBS, which brings you to the login screen. - Login to your account. - You can check your status by either clicking on Track your online job Applications or on the APPLICATIONS tab.Other than the system status, we will not provide any additional information about why an applicant did not make the referral list.Note: USAJOBS accounts are deactivated after 18 months of inactivity. If your account has been deactivated, you should create an entirely new resume. It is to your advantage to update your resume at least twice a year to maintain your marketability and to avoid deactivation
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
1. Resume (that should not exceed two pages in length) which shows relevant experience; cover letter optional. If more than two pages are submitted for the resume, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.
Full name, mailing address (including zip code), and day and evening telephone numbers.
Citizenship.
Confirmation of your registration in the Selective Service, if you are registered for Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/59.
Work experience including the dates (mm/dd/yy) of each employment along with the number of hours worked per week. Include paid and non-paid job-related work experience. For each job listed you are to provide:
Job title
Duties and accomplishments
Employer's name and address
Supervisor's name and phone number
Starting and ending dates (mm/dd/yy)
Salary
If Federal; Title, Series, and grade/pay band
2. Veterans' Preference Eligibles: If you are claiming veterans' preference you must provide a legible copy of your DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, member 4 copy or any official documentation or statement from the Armed Forces that confirms your dates of service and that your separation, discharge, or release from active duty was under honorable conditions (i.e., Honorable or General Discharge). Note: If you have more than one DD-214 for multiple periods of active duty, submit a copy for each period of service.Active Duty Service Members: You must submit a statement of discharge/certification of release or an official written document from the armed forces that certifies you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions no later than 120 days from the date the announcement closes. Enlisted Record Briefs and military identification do NOT qualify as official documentation. If the appropriate information is not submitted to confirm the discharge status, dates of service, etc., you will not be considered for this job opportunity under Veteran Preference procedures. To gain access to your DD-214 online please visit.If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, in addition to the documents specified above, you must also submit documentation that supports your claim, e.g., an official statement from the Department of Veterans Affairs (dated 1991 or later) or from a branch of the Armed Forces certifying the existence of a service-connected disability, or the award of the Purple Heart, completed SF-15, etc. The overall rating must be identified on your certification letter or separation orders. Documentation must be received by the closing date shown in this vacancy announcement. If you fail to submit any of the required documentation, you will not be granted veterans' preference.Additional information on veterans' preference can be found in the Vet Guide.
3. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) documentation if applicable.
CTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:
Copy of your specific RIF notice; notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate; a Certificate of Expected Separation (CES); or certification that you are in a surplus organization or occupation (this could be a position abolishment letter, a notice eligibility for discontinued service retirement, or similar notice).
Copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action", noting current position, grade level, and duty location;
Copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; and
Any documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.
You may submit required and/or supplemental documents through any of the following methods:
Upload your file(s).
Download from your USAJOBS account.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Applicants applying under this announcement are required to complete and submit an on-line application through the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) application system, USAJOBS at website http://www.usajobs.gov/. The information you provide and your resume will become part of your application and will automatically be transferred to the Department of Commerce's application system when you apply on-line. Information you provide is general information that must be completed by all applicants.
There are several parts of the application process that will affect your overall evaluation: (i). Your on-line resume, (ii). Your responses to the vacancy questions, (iii). Your supporting documentation.
Your complete application, including required documents, must be received on-line by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement.
International Trade Administration
1401 Constitution Ave NW
Washington, DC 20230
US
Next steps
You will receive notice that your application has been received. You can check the status of your application by accessing the USAJOBS website at http://www.usajobs.gov/. - Click on the MY USAJOBS, which brings you to the login screen. - Login to your account. - You can check your status by either clicking on Track your online job Applications or on the APPLICATIONS tab.Other than the system status, we will not provide any additional information about why an applicant did not make the referral list.Note: USAJOBS accounts are deactivated after 18 months of inactivity. If your account has been deactivated, you should create an entirely new resume. It is to your advantage to update your resume at least twice a year to maintain your marketability and to avoid deactivation
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
