SUPERVISORY IT SPECIALIST (SYSADMIN)

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Standards IOR for Information Technology Management Series, 2210 (Alternative A). There are no Group Coverage Qualification Standards for this series. This is a GG-13 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-13 duties for the “Supervision/ Management ” work category are at the “Senior” work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-13 level. The selectee’s salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee’s qualifications in relation to the job. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience includes demonstration of Information Technology Specialist senior level experience in the area of Communications Security Systems Administration such as: structure, content, codes internal and external interfaces, update procedures and uses of communication networks, automated systems, and databases including the planning, organizing, and directing the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization. Experienced demonstration in the knowledge of Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) and Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) systems; user application software (UAS) programs on Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3; specifically, the Local COMSEC Management System (LCMS) UAS, Common UAS, Common Tier 1 UAS, Common Tier 3 UAS and the F-22 UAS. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of COMSEC policy and procedures for the DoD; operating knowledge COMSEC equipment to include keying the equipment; knowledge of the operations/procedures for the COMSEC responsible officer, base COMSEC manager and the Common Tier one operator. These include the following: process received COMSEC material, issue/distribute COMSEC material, process cryptographic key material to include ordering from the Central Office of Records, Generate ALC 6/7 key, account for traditional key, encrypt/dec1ypt key electronic material, transfer/receive key material from secure telephones, exchange credentials with Tier O (NSA) and download key material from Tier 0. Knowledge of computer operating systems such as SCO-UNIX, Windows 7 and newer operating systems and database structures; knowledge of applicable customer services standards; and knowledge of EKMS user application software (UAS) programs on Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3. Specifically the Local COMSEC Management System (LCMS) UAS, Common UAS, Common Tier I UAS, Common Tier 3 UAS and the F-22 UAS. Knowledge of procedures and precautions to be taken in the operation of key materials, and in the physical and electronic movement of EKMS materials to meet required security and safety standards; and ability to review, analyze, and evaluate EK.MS and KMI management programs and systems; and knowledge of sources, responsibilities; and means for providing assistance or advice to resolve EKMS supply and system problems. Knowledge of structure, contents, codes, internal and external interfaces, update procedures and uses of communications networks, automated systems, and databases; and ability to use office automation tools and techniques to design and generate reports, briefing materials, and comparable document. Broad knowledge of agency, AF, DoD and national-level doctrine, regulations, policies, guidelines, requirements, and initiatives related to assigned program(s) and/or project(s) and ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization and ability to modify standard practices and techniques to solve complex interrelated problems. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships, negotiating complex issues, and resolving conflicts based on mature judgment and experience; ability to maintain a computer system, equipment, and software; ability to analyze computer network, software, and hardware problems, and to refer/develop effective and economical solutions; skill in working with customers include tact, patience, and oral communications; and ability to troubleshoot hardware and software operational problems telephonically. Ability to communicate factual and procedural information clearly, both orally and in writing; and ability to maintain good working relationships. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Click on “Learn more about this agency” button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a first level supervisor, providing IT support, technical support, directing and exercising control over nonsupervisory civilian and military employees as well as providing technical and procedural customer assistance in the implementation and sustainment of the Air Force Electronic Key Management System and Key Management Infrastructure systems.