Technical Support Specialist

DLA Careers; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Careers in Huntsville, AL seeks an IT Specialist (SYSADMIN/CUSTSPT) to support end-user computing and hardware deployment for the Defense Logistics Agency. The role covers configuration, testing, repair of devices, and Tier 2 hardware problem resolution across CONUS sites.

The successful candidate will manage deployments, evaluate new hardware, and provide expert advice on upgrades and integration within the EUC environment.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-11.
• Diagnoses and resolves complex problems involving IT hardware.
• Recommends purchases and advises on upgrade/integration strategy.
• Manages projects involving deployment of new hardware to customers.

Responsibilities

• Provides specialized IT support for end-user devices.
• Configures, deploys, tests and repairs hardware (CPUs, laptops, printers, scanners, mobile devices).
• Provides multi-media and end-user hardware support to DLA organizations within CONUS AoR.
• Researches and evaluates hardware for EUC environment.

Skills

Specialized experience

End-user support

Hardware diagnostics

Education

Experience in lieu of education not allowed

Tools

Tier 2 Help Desk

Job description

Summary

See below for important information regarding this job.

Duties

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• Provides specialized support of a wide range of technical and professional Information Technology (IT) functions which support the J6 mission of enterprise desktop support and end-user computing devices.
• Serves as a technical expert for end-user management efforts for DLA users at all CONUS sites.
• Provides multi-media support services and end-user hardware support services to multiple DLA organizations within the CONUS Area of Responsibility.
• Configures, deploys, tests and repairs hardware for end-user use including CPUs, monitors, laptop computers, local printers, network printers, local and network scanners, mobile devices (tablets, phones, etc.), and other peripheral devices.
• Researches and evaluates hardware and peripheral devices for use in the End User Computing (EUC) environment.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Tour of Duty: Set Schedule
• Security Requirements: Non-Critical Sensitive with Secret Access
• Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Bargaining Unit Status: No
• Selectees are required to have a REAL ID or other acceptable identification documents to access certain federal facilities. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for more information.
• This position and any future selections from this announcement may be used to fill various shifts located within DLA Information Operations, J6.

Qualifications

To qualify for an IT Specialist (SYSADMIN/CUSTSPT), your resume and supporting documentation must support:

• 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. 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:
• Recommends purchases and advises management on upgrade/integration strategy.
• Manages projects involving deployment of new hardware to the existing or additional customer base.
• Develop operational test and evaluation plans. Exercises control over the project activities and the project resources drawn from such technical specialties as Information Assurance, systems administration, application development and environment management.
• Diagnoses and resolves complex problems (Tier 2 Help Desk tickets) involving IT hardware.
• Take appropriate action to resolve problems including hardware/peripheral replacement, reinstallation of operating systems, other software installation, modification of settings or giving instructions to user and training them on appropriate procedures or features of the system.
• Education: Applicants may not qualify for this position based on education in lieu of specialized 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 directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

As required by 5 C.F.R.

• 302.106, DLA will provide Section 508 conformant ICT to employees with disabilities. All ICT interfaces with the public related to vacancy announcements and career transition opportunities must conform to the applicable requirements in the current ICT Standards and Guidelines (36 C.F.R. 1194).

For Important General Applicant Information and Definitions go to: http://www.dla.mil/portals/104/documents/careers/GenAppInfoDef.pdf

Reemployed Annuitants: This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF

Information for Veterans is available at: https://www.dla.mil/Careers/Programs/. As of 23 December 2016, Military retirees seeking to enter federal service in the Department of Defense now require a waiver if they would be appointed within 180 days following their official date of retirement.

Drug-Free Workplace Policy

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is committed to maintaining a safe, drug‑free workplace. All DLA employees are required to refrain from illegal drug use on and off duty. DLA conducts pre‑employment, reasonable suspicion, post‑accident, and random drug testing. Applicants tentatively selected for employment in testing designated positions will undergo a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Refusal to undergo testing or testing positive for illegal drugs will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and a six‑month denial of employment with DLA from the date of the drug test. Employees in drug testing designated positions are subject to random drug testing. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position. The DLA drug testing panel tests for the following substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates, heroin, phencyclidine, amphetamines, methamphetamines, fentanyl, norfentanyl, methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), and opioids. ADVISORY: Use of cannabidiol (CBD) products may result in a positive drug test for marijuana. DLA employees are subject to Federal law and under Federal law, Marijuana is illegal.

ADVISORY: Use of cannabidiol (CBD) products may result in a positive drug test for marijuana. DLA employees are subject to Federal law and under Federal law, Marijuana is illegal

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