IT Specialist (NETWORK)
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-12 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. To qualify at the GS-11 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule(GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes:
GS-9:
Provides overall support including capabilities and operations of large scale, worldwide, international sophisticated data communications networks; including investigating/troubleshooting/resolving network issues, evaluating/determining/analyzing network requirements/usage, for both wired and wireless networks. Uses LAN systems design techniques to develop enhancements to currently deployed systems and advise top level management on new developments or enhancement opportunities. Utilizes substantive decision-making rules involved in technical work processes to provide accomplishments through network design and interfaces. GS- 11:
Applies expert knowledge of technological advancements in the Network field to perform studies evaluating whether changes to current network would enhance performance and/or be cost effective. Demonstrates in-depth and extensive knowledge of TCP/IP transmission protocols and various types of networking equipment to include but not limited to:
routers, switches, load balancers, IDS systems, port security tools, DHCP/DNS tools, and wireless network technologies. Expresses and demonstrates thorough knowledge of industry standards and practices, not to exclude:
the full understanding of the requirements for TIA/EIA-568-C.1 when deploying Category 6 or better infrastructure cabling. Demonstrates and understands the differences between outside plant (OSP)/inside plant (ISP), Fiber optic patch panels (FOPP), copper patch panels (COPP), understands Protected Entrance Terminal (PET); horizontal main distribution frame (MDF), Telecommunications Room (TR),single and multimode Fiber Optic cabling types (FOC), and not to exclude OM1-4, smart terminal/straight (ST), Lucent Connector (LC), and standard connect (SC). Combination:
Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements for the GS-11 grade level, and may be computed by first determining the applicant's total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the grade level; then determining the applicant's education as a percentage of the education required for the grade level; and then adding the two percentages. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for positions at GS-11. For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed:
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. 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.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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-12 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. To qualify at the GS-11 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule(GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes:
GS-9:
Provides overall support including capabilities and operations of large scale, worldwide, international sophisticated data communications networks; including investigating/troubleshooting/resolving network issues, evaluating/determining/analyzing network requirements/usage, for both wired and wireless networks. Uses LAN systems design techniques to develop enhancements to currently deployed systems and advise top level management on new developments or enhancement opportunities. Utilizes substantive decision-making rules involved in technical work processes to provide accomplishments through network design and interfaces. GS- 11:
Applies expert knowledge of technological advancements in the Network field to perform studies evaluating whether changes to current network would enhance performance and/or be cost effective. Demonstrates in-depth and extensive knowledge of TCP/IP transmission protocols and various types of networking equipment to include but not limited to:
routers, switches, load balancers, IDS systems, port security tools, DHCP/DNS tools, and wireless network technologies. Expresses and demonstrates thorough knowledge of industry standards and practices, not to exclude:
the full understanding of the requirements for TIA/EIA-568-C.1 when deploying Category 6 or better infrastructure cabling. Demonstrates and understands the differences between outside plant (OSP)/inside plant (ISP), Fiber optic patch panels (FOPP), copper patch panels (COPP), understands Protected Entrance Terminal (PET); horizontal main distribution frame (MDF), Telecommunications Room (TR),single and multimode Fiber Optic cabling types (FOC), and not to exclude OM1-4, smart terminal/straight (ST), Lucent Connector (LC), and standard connect (SC). Combination:
Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements for the GS-11 grade level, and may be computed by first determining the applicant's total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the grade level; then determining the applicant's education as a percentage of the education required for the grade level; and then adding the two percentages. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for positions at GS-11. For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed:
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. 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.
- Department:
2210 Information Technology Management - Salary Range:
$69,579 to $108,421 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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