Information Technology Specialist (Computer Specialist)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Forrest City (AR); Vor Ort; USD 75.000 - 136.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System seeks a Corrections IT Specialist to support computer networks and telecommunications. You will monitor a large, complex network environment, oversee the rollout of new hardware and software, and develop operating procedures to keep systems secure and reliable.

As with all staff, you share responsibility for institution security and must manage ongoing operations, inventory, and compliance with federal hiring processes and accommodations as required.

Qualifikationen

• Experience with information processing methodologies and information technology.
• Understanding of computer capabilities and processing techniques.

Aufgaben

• Oversees implementation of new system hardware and software and develops operating procedures.
• Monitors the ongoing operation of a complex network environment with a large number of users and ensures corrective action to restore service.
• Maintains an inventory of all network hardware and software and ensures security as part of correctional institution staff.

Jobbeschreibung

• Hiring Agency: Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Key Responsibilities

This position involves analytical and evaluative duties related to computer networks and/or telecommunications with primary knowledge requirements of information processing methodology, information technology, computer capabilities, and processing techniques. Oversees implementation of new system hardware and software and develops operating procedures.

Monitors the ongoing operation of a complex network environment with a large number of users in an installation and ensures corrective action to restore operational service is accomplished. Receives network, communications, and related operating systems from various sources such as design centers and commercial vendors and ensures that an inventory of all network hardware and software is maintained.

Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Requirements & Education

See Qualifications Section for education requirements, if applicable. ONLY if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience, applicant MUST upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement. Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable).

All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, Click Here. Foreign Education: For information regarding foreign education requirements, please see Foreign Diploma and Credit Recognition at the U.S.

Department of Education website: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications.

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application.

Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis.

If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement.

To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. (https://appsupport-usastaffing.opm.gov/hc/en-us/sections/45063131363475-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information)

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System, Department of Justice.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $74678 – $135657/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-16.

How many openings are available?

There are 6 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.