Job details
Salary $92,143 - $136,791 a year job type full-time
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Summary
This position will be located in dcaa headquarters, fort belvoir, va or la palma ca, smyrna ga, lowell, ma, kansas city, mo, king of prussia, pa, millington, tn, or irving txLocation of the position will be determined at the time of selection.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the overall development and management of an enterprise data center and server architecture.
Plans and manages system configurations to include defining system needs and requirements for both hardware and software.
Projects the future systems and data center requirements by evaluating the latest technology and projecting enhancements based on assessment.
Researches and analyzes hardware and software requirements to determine new technology needs.
Implements and troubleshoots current back up, recovery, and continuity of operations planning (coop) processes to include planning and performing backup and recovery of the dcaa enterprise data center infrastructure as required.
Provides expert communication, coordination, collaboration, and act as the technical liaison for oits in support of cio missions within oit, dcaa users, and external dod agencies.
Travel required
Occasional travel - you may be expected to travel for this position.
Supervisory status
No
Promotion potential
None
Job family (series)
2210 information technology management
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Requirements
Requirements
Conditions of employment
Employment eligibility verification (e-verify) program: dcaa uses e-verify to determine eligibility for employment as a u.sCitizen.
This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employmentFailure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
Drug testing: this is a drug testing designated positionYou must pass a drug test before your assignment to this position and you will be subject to random drug testing subsequent to your assignment.
Pursuant to the executive order on requiring covid 19 vaccination for federal employees, new dod civilian employees will be required to be fully vaccinated against covid 19 prior to entry on duty, subject to such exceptions as required by law.
More details regarding this requirement can be found at https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/Selected candidates will receive further information about vaccine requirements during the job offer process.
Qualifications
Basic requirement: applicants must have it-related experience demonstrating the following competencies appropriate to, or above, the level of this positionFor vacancies below the full-performance level of the position, the basic requirement will be evaluated on a developmental basisYour resume and work experience should clearly support your ability to meet these competencies and will be evaluated as part of the entire application process.
Attention to detail - experience reviewing my own information technology-related work or data and have been asked by others to review their work or data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with standards.
Customer service - experience maintaining relationships with customers, assessing current information technology needs of customers, and developing or identifying information technology products and services that are tailored to meet customer needs.
Oral communication - briefing mid-level management and it staff on the status of information technology systems, projects, or daily operations, including the communication of technical information to a non-technical audience.
Problem solving - identifying alternatives to address complex information technology-related issues by gathering and applying information from a variety of sources that provide a number of potential solutions.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement, qualified applicants must possess: one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (gs-12) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is requiredSpecialized experience is defined as performing data center management and optimization (installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintaining) of data center hardware and softwareHardware and software include but are not limited to microsoft windows operating systems, active directory administrator management (group policies, and power shell), vmware infrastructure management, enterprise level back-up systems which can include but are not limited to storage area network (san) and/or network attached storage (nas), and critical x.86 server and blade infrastructure; and experience with critical data center components to include but not limited to power, rack, ups, property management, access controls, and ac systems; experience in cloud operations.
Volunteer experience: 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 to paid employmentYou will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
Education is not substitutable for specialized experience for this grade level.
Additional information
Dcaa has a comprehensive benefits package that includes retirement, social security and thrift savings; health, life and long term care insurance; paid vacation, sick leave and holidaysDcaa employees enjoy our business-casual dress code, flexible work schedules, transit subsidies, and the opportunity to telecommute.
Incumbent must possess or attain (within 6 months of employment) an information assurance technician level 2 certification (comptia security+, gsec, sscp) in accordance with dod 8570.01 as a condition of continued employment.
Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination.
Additional vacancies: this announcement may be used to fill additional positions within 90 days of the closing date.
Probationary period: a two year probationary period may be required.
Veterans preference: if you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-points veterans` preference, you must submit a copy of your dd-214 member copy 4 or other proof of eligibilityIf you are claiming 10-point veterans` preference, you must also submit an sf-15, `application for 10-point veterans` preference` plus the proof required by that formFor more information on veterans` preference go to: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx
Selective service: males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from selective service (see http://www.sss.gov/).
Interagency career transition assistance program (ictap) priority consideration: if you are a displaced federal civil service employee and attain a rating of at least 90, you may be entitled to receive special priority selection under the ictapFor more information on ictap, click here ictap guidanceNote: if you have never worked for the federal government, you are not ictap eligible.
Military spouse preference (msp): you may be eligible for msp, if you are the spouse of an active duty military member and you are ranked among the best qualified for this vacancy.
Reemployed annuitant: does not meet the criteriaThis vacancy does not meet the criteria identified in dodi 1400.25 volume 300, section 3 for the appointment of annuitantsVeterans preference eligibles receive consideration regardless of their annuitant status.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an alternate application.
Pay for first time hires to the federal government will typically be set at step 1 salary range for their respective grade level.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Important note - you must follow all application instructions carefullyErrors or omissions may affect your rating.
Your application will initially be reviewed to determine whether you meet the minimum eligibility and qualifications requirementsIf you are qualified, you will then receive a rating based on the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities for the position listed belowIf a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications, you will be assigned a rating commensurate with your backgroundYour application will be placed in one of three categories:
Best qualified: meets the minimum qualification requirements and demonstrates experience as an expert in the field or is recognized as a senior specialist, team lead, etc.
Highly qualified: meets the minimum qualification requirements and demonstrates full-performance level experience.
Qualified: meets the minimum qualifications and demonstrates minimum experience and/or training only.
Within these categories, applicants eligible for veteran`s preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans.
Competencies:
Communication
Information systems/network security
Infrastructure design
Technical competence
You can preview the assessment questionnaire here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/viewquestionnaire/11247184
Background checks and security clearance
Security clearance
Other
Drug test required
Yes
Required documents
Required documents
You must provide a complete application package which includes:
1Resume: you are encouraged to choose only one method of submitting your resume(hr will review the resume that the system date stamps as the latest one received and this may not be the resume, which best reflects your qualifications for the job and may result in an ineligible rating.) you may submit your resume by: attaching in your usajobs accountFor assistance in preparing your resume, take a look at the dfas resume tools.
2Complete assessment questionnaire: your resume must describe the quality of work in regards to responses to the occupational self-assessment questionnaire as they generate your numerical rating.
3Other supporting documents.
4Military spouse preference: spousal permanent change of station (pcs) orders or travel orders, marriage certificate/license and the self-certification form are required to claim military spouse preference.
The following supporting documents are only required if applicable to your personal qualifications or statusThey must be received by the closing date of the announcement or at the time of application if applying to an announcement with an extended closing date.
1Transcripts and/or certifications: all applicants to include current agency employees, must submit proof of education if the job announcement requires education to meet the basic qualification requirements, or if substituting education to meet the specialized experience requirementsMany applicants must also submit documentation for proof of meeting the basic education requirementFor additional information on acceptable documents, click here transcripts and certificationsAll applicants to include current agency employees/contractors must also document your education and/or certifications in your resumeTo be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university recognized by the u.sDepartment of education.
2Cover letter: you may submit a cover letter which will be forwarded to the selecting official with your resumeYour cover letter will not be used to verify your qualifications or determine eligibility for preference.
3Veterans preference: if you are claiming veteran`s preference, you must submit the appropriate documentationFailure to do so will result in the loss of veteran`s preference, and will possibly impact your placement on the certificateFor more veterans` information please click here.
You must submit a copy of your dd form-214, certificate of release or discharge from active duty`, showing the dates of active duty service, type of discharge and the character of serviceAlternatively, if you are a current military member in active duty service and do not have a copy of your dd form-214, you must submit a written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted with your application for this positionThe certification should also include your rank, dates of active duty service and what they condition of discharge is thought to be.
If claiming 10-point preference and/or are a 30% or more disabled veteran, you must submit both a dd form-214 or expected discharge documentation as described above and a copy of a letter from the department of veterans affairs (va) or your branch of service certifying the presence of service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of disability
If you are claiming eligibility based on 10-point derived veterans` preference (i.eA spouse, widow/widower, or parent of a veteran claiming veterans` preference when the veteran is unable to use it), you must also submit a standard form 15 (sf-15) `application for 10-point veteran`s preference` and any required documents indicated on the sf-15 to substantiate the claimed preference.
Click to review veterans authorities and required documents that verify eligibility for veoa, vra and/or 30% or more disabled veterans hiring authorities.
4Ictap eligibles: a copy of the rif separation notice and sf-50 if available.
Warning: failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by 11:59 pm (est) on 10/14/2021, or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of considerationTo verify that your application is complete, log into your usajobs account, select application status and more informationThe details page will display the status of your applicationIt is the applicant`s responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed is received, legible and accurateHr will not modify answers submitted by an applicant.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the u.sDepartment of education in order for it to be credited towards qualificationsTherefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the u.sDepartment of education.
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.
Benefits
Benefits
A career with the u.sGovernment provides employees with a comprehensive benefits packageAs a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewardingOpens in a new windowlearn more about federal benefits.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittentContact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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U.sCitizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the u.s.
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All us citizens.
