THIS IS A MERIT ARMY NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION UNIT: JFHQ LOCATION: Camp Ripley, Minnesota SELECTING OFFICIAL: LTC Tim Grinde (651-268-8888) ARMY NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED
Major Duties: This is not an all-inclusive list A IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK) (MERIT, T32), GS-2210-11, --Performs a variety of network device configuration and connectivity tasks. --Executes procedures and coordinates corrective action to optimize network performance. Installs, configures and monitors tested and evaluated software packages that provide performance measurements of the WAN/LAN. --Implements the standard configuration software loads for all network devices.
Utilizes benchmarks and performance measurement and evaluation data to manage network servers and data communication devices to support normal and surge workload. Works with technical support personnel in resolving critical problems. --Uses remote management software tools to maintain and update configuration, protocol and user/system files. --Documents and tracks change to configuration, protocol and user/system files.
--Executes appropriate action to ensure backup processes are completed. --Evaluates the performance of network devices such as servers, workstations, and peripheral devices, and remote access systems. --Coordinates the development and implementation of configuration management plans for complex LANs and WANs with supported elements to include headquarters staff elements, tenant activities, state government, regional operating activities and national agencies.
--Implements plans and procedures for remote installation of applications and upgrades using state of the art software distribution methods. --Monitors distribution of applications and upgrades ensuring compliance with regulations and copyright laws. --Implements procedures to ensure accurate records of authorized users of distributed software are maintained. --Implements the standard operating procedures for all devices on the network.
--Reviews and evaluates proposed software. Provides input to briefings and presentations on the complexities of the installation networks. These briefings provide the basis for long-range decision planning relating to C4 network project management. --Analyzes equipment and software reliability and utilization reports to identify and define problem areas and to establish end-to-end systems performance levels. Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION: If using education to apply: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
This position is with Army National Guard Units, Department of the Army.
The posted pay range is $81415 – $105845/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Secret security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-09-17.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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