INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST

Summary

You will serve as a GG-2210-13 Information Technology Specialist at the Office of Naval Intelligence in the Partnerships and Capabilities Directorate (N3). As a system testing evaluation specialist, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing developmental, operational, and interoperability testing of systems and networked capabilities.

Duties

• •You will plan, prepare, and execute tests of systems to evaluate results against specifications and requirements as well as analyze/report test results.
• •You will install and maintain network infrastructure device operating system software (e.g., IOS, firmware) on multiple classified networks, including Special Access Program (SAP) and Controlled Access Program (CAP) networks.
• •You will apply and maintain knowledge of operating systems and associated applications such as Microsoft Windows, Linux, geospatial-based software, and graphical and audio/video support.
• •You will develop test plans to address specifications and requirements.
• •You will provide tracking and oversight of multiple systems under evaluation to determine compliance with defined specifications and requirements.
• •You will perform developmental testing on systems under development and interoperability testing on systems exchanging electronic information with other systems.
• •You will analyze the results of software, hardware, or interoperability testing.
• •You will conduct periodic performance assessments to ensure that information technology activities, processes, or components are achieving desired results.

Qualifications

This position requires one year of information technology related experience in the federal service or private or public sector demonstrating the following four competencies, as defined: 1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. 2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. 3. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. 4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. In addition to experience demonstrating the four competencies above, your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GG/GS-12) or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector performing duties such as: Experience in systems administration, network operations, or systems test and evaluation. Planning and executing developmental, operational, and interoperability testing. Developing and implementing test plans and data requirements to analyze test results against specifications and requirements. Installing and maintaining network infrastructure operating system software and supporting Windows and Linux operating environments. Using virtualization platforms such as VMware and Hyper-V. Applying PowerShell or Python to automate administration or testing functions. Maintaining auditable security documentation and chain of custody requirements. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/competency-based-policy/general-schedule/2200/2210-competency-based-policy/competency-based-qualification-standard/ https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/ Additional qualification information can be found from the following DON DCIPS policy website: https://www.secnav.navy.mil/doni/Naval%20Intelligence%20Activity/Chapter%205%20-%20Employment%20and%20Placement.pdf

Education

Education: N/A DOD Cyber Workforce Framework Qualification Requirements: This position is designated as a DOD Cyber Workforce Framework position, work role 671 - System Testing and Evaluation Specialist, proficiency level Intermediate. As a condition of employment, the incumbent of the position is required to obtain and maintain qualification in accordance with DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Management Program, February 15, 2023 and supporting Department of Navy policies. This designation requires the incumbent to: 1. Obtain the foundational qualification within nine months and the residential qualification within 12 months of appointment and maintain those credentials as described in DoDM 8140.03 for DCWF work role 671 - System Testing and Evaluation Specialist, proficiency level Intermediate. For more information, please review DoDM 8140.03 and supporting DON policies. 2. Participate in continuous professional development program as described in DoDM 8140.03. An annual 20 hour minimum of Cyber Workforce related continuous professional development must be documented and completed in a current individual development plan signed by both the employee and supervisor. Continuous professional development begins in the fiscal year after the employee has obtained both foundational and residential qualification requirements. 3. Acknowledge responsibilities in writing via command designation letter. Failure to meet a condition of employment may result in disciplinary and/or adverse action up to removal from federal service.