IT SPECIALIST (SYSADMIN)

Applicants must have directly applicable experience that demonstrates the possession of knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies or knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position. Such experience is typically in or directly relates to the work of the position to be filled.

Selective placement factor: This position has TWO selective placement factors needed in order to qualify. In accordance with SECNAV 5239.2, Appendix 4, Intermediate/Journeyman cybersecurity credential, at a minimum, this position requires:

Cybersecurity credentials: (one of the following credentials) CompTIA Security+; GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC); and/or ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP).

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Computing Environment Certifications: (one of the following certifications) Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) and/or CompTIA LINUX+.

****Failure to possess this factor WILL result in an ineligible rating. Possession of the factor must be verifiable by submitting a copy of credentials and certifications****

AND

You must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below

1) Attention to Detail- Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: Monitoring and implementing of mandatory cybersecurity configurations on servers to defend and protect against unauthorized intrusion and access.

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. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: Planning and coordinating the maintenance, upgrade, and support of servers and computers in a complex networked environment for a large number of customers.

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. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: Preparing briefings and attending conferences to present operational capabilities, limitations, and related information.

4) Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: Evaluating and recommending the adoption of improvements in server management technologies to provide for enhanced systems reliability and functionality.

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In addition to your experience demonstrating the competencies above, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

*Experience leading the planning, installation, configuration, testing, implementation, and management of the systems environment in support of an organization's IT architecture.
*Experience utilizing Linux operating systems, including file structure, internal commands and
processes, system management, system security, backup and restore to operate and maintain the
system
*Experience following TCP/IP, HTTP, FTP and various other protocols.
*Experience performing diagnostic testing and isolating source of problems with IT systems

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/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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)