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Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Responsibilities Install, configure, and maintain network Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls for NIPR and SIPR networks while ensuring compliance with security protocols and network practices. Oversee network and system maintenance, including IOS updates, hardware management, and backups, to ensure optimal performance and security. Diagnose and resolve network issues quickly, providing support for hardware, software, and connectivity problems and conducting root cause analysis to prevent future issues. Continuously monitor and optimize network performance using management tools to address potential issues before they affect operations. Implement and update security measures, including regular audits and vulnerability assessments, to protect data and maintain network integrity. Communicate network issues and solutions to employees and management while providing training on network access and security protocols. Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations and procedures, and prepare regular reports on network performance and improvements for management. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Your resume must 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: 1) Utilizing Cisco software and hardware to maintain Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN); 2) Utilizing systems analysis and design techniques, such as data and process modeling; alternative design approaches; configuration management; and computer equipment requirements as related to networks and telecommunications to support customer needs; and 3) Conducting Risk Assessments and Security Test and Evaluation to identify vulnerabilities and potential violations. 4.) Having experience with IDNX and Access Switch equipment and Cisco Video-teleconferencing systems. Your resume must also demonstrate the four competencies below; ATTENTION TO DETAIL - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: ability to review data from multiple sources and determine relevant information to a given situation; drafting, editing and disseminating written reports and status updates that are factual, timely and relatively error free; 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: diagnosing and resolving problems in response to customer reported incidents; researching, evaluating, and providing feedback on problematic trends and patterns in customer support requirements; 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: communicating complex technical requirements to technical and non-technical personnel; relaying Information Assurance and IT security requirements to personnel; 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: troubleshooting and resolving IT information security and assurance problems; mitigating risks to acceptable levels; and initiating protective and corrective measures if security issues are discovered. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series NOTE: This information must be supported in your resume to be considered for this position. 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. Education There is no education requirement for this position. Additional Information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf Tour of duty will be 12 months. To learn more about the living and working conditions at this military installation and additional Foreign Overseas information, please go to: https://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Overseas/Pages/default.aspx A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive MAY be authorized. Permenent Change of Station (PCS) cost MAY be authorized for this position.