Defense Information Systems Agency
TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
Defense Information Systems Agency, Fort George Meade, Maryland, United States
TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
Defense Information Systems Agency
Summary This position is being recruited under 10 USC 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service. It has been identified as a position necessary to carry out and support the mission of the US Cyber Command. It is in the Professional Work Category at the Senior Work Level within the CES Occupational Structure and is located in the DISA – OC/PACIFIC.
Duties
Provide expert technical guidance and direction across all aspects of telecommunications infrastructure, including network management, service provisioning, and transmission systems.
Review correspondence for compliance with agency directives and initiate applications, information assurance, and transport, voice, data, and video equipment/systems.
Mentor and advise technical personnel on the effective installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex telecommunications equipment and systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
Develop comprehensive technical documentation, including status reports, policies, schedules, requirements specifications, test plans, briefings, and study results, to support effective telecommunications project management and decision making.
Perform project management duties, including responsibility for ensuring project goals are accomplished and providing technical direction to other civilian, military, or contractor personnel.
Requirements
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Male applicants born after 12‑31‑59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
This national security position may require access to classified information and requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
This position requires a TOP SECRET security clearance.
This is a Mission Essential position.
Work requires an alternative or shift work schedule.
This is a drug‑testing position.
Qualifications Basic Requirements
Undergraduate or graduate education in electrical or electronic engineering, mathematics, physics, public utilities, statistics, computer science, telecommunications management, information systems management, business administration, industrial management, or related fields.
Experience evaluating, analyzing, developing, managing, or improving communications systems and procedures with demonstrated knowledge of current developments and trends.
Qualifying Experience
For GG‑13, resume must describe at least one year of experience that demonstrates the necessary competencies for immediate success. Experience may include paid, unpaid, volunteer work, or military service equivalent to the next lower grade level in the federal service.
Experience should include:
Strong operational planning skills.
Ability to manage complex communications systems, project leadership, and technical problem solving.
Experience with requirement definitions, system design and implementation, budget management, policy or planning development, and communication and collaboration skills.
All qualifications must be met within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement.
Additional Information
This appointment is in the Cyber Excepted Service and does not convey eligibility for competitive service conversion.
If you are a current federal employee, you may be placed on an excepted appointment.
A three‑year trial period may be required if you have not completed a prior trial or probationary period.
Telework availability will be based on mission requirements.
Drug‑testing positions require urinalysis prior to appointment or placement.
Moving costs may be paid.
Salary plus Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) is authorized, subject to change.
Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives may be authorized.
Mission essential duties may require relocation or emergency report to work.
Veterans’ Preference will be applied as defined by the applicable statutes. All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically.
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Summary This position is being recruited under 10 USC 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service. It has been identified as a position necessary to carry out and support the mission of the US Cyber Command. It is in the Professional Work Category at the Senior Work Level within the CES Occupational Structure and is located in the DISA – OC/PACIFIC.
Duties
Provide expert technical guidance and direction across all aspects of telecommunications infrastructure, including network management, service provisioning, and transmission systems.
Review correspondence for compliance with agency directives and initiate applications, information assurance, and transport, voice, data, and video equipment/systems.
Mentor and advise technical personnel on the effective installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex telecommunications equipment and systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
Develop comprehensive technical documentation, including status reports, policies, schedules, requirements specifications, test plans, briefings, and study results, to support effective telecommunications project management and decision making.
Perform project management duties, including responsibility for ensuring project goals are accomplished and providing technical direction to other civilian, military, or contractor personnel.
Requirements
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Male applicants born after 12‑31‑59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
This national security position may require access to classified information and requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
This position requires a TOP SECRET security clearance.
This is a Mission Essential position.
Work requires an alternative or shift work schedule.
This is a drug‑testing position.
Qualifications Basic Requirements
Undergraduate or graduate education in electrical or electronic engineering, mathematics, physics, public utilities, statistics, computer science, telecommunications management, information systems management, business administration, industrial management, or related fields.
Experience evaluating, analyzing, developing, managing, or improving communications systems and procedures with demonstrated knowledge of current developments and trends.
Qualifying Experience
For GG‑13, resume must describe at least one year of experience that demonstrates the necessary competencies for immediate success. Experience may include paid, unpaid, volunteer work, or military service equivalent to the next lower grade level in the federal service.
Experience should include:
Strong operational planning skills.
Ability to manage complex communications systems, project leadership, and technical problem solving.
Experience with requirement definitions, system design and implementation, budget management, policy or planning development, and communication and collaboration skills.
All qualifications must be met within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement.
Additional Information
This appointment is in the Cyber Excepted Service and does not convey eligibility for competitive service conversion.
If you are a current federal employee, you may be placed on an excepted appointment.
A three‑year trial period may be required if you have not completed a prior trial or probationary period.
Telework availability will be based on mission requirements.
Drug‑testing positions require urinalysis prior to appointment or placement.
Moving costs may be paid.
Salary plus Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) is authorized, subject to change.
Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives may be authorized.
Mission essential duties may require relocation or emergency report to work.
Veterans’ Preference will be applied as defined by the applicable statutes. All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically.
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