As an IT Specialist (Network), you will support system architectures across geographically dispersed environments, computer networks, and data communications operations for WAPA.
Lead the implementation of large-scale projects and initiatives related to Networking ensuring their successful integration within the WAPA IT portfolio across all enclaves including General Support System (GSS), Secure Enclave Support Center (SESC) and SCADA/Environmental Management System (EMS) environments.
As a IT Specialist (NETWORK), you will: Project team member supporting complex, simultaneous, large-scale WAPA-wide IT projects through the full lifecycle (scope/design, testing, and implementation). Responsible for project support to multiple internal customers and external business partners, cloud services, and Internet services.
Technical specialist for Network Operations systems responsible for routing, switching, communication equipment, circuits, Wi-Fi, and cloud network infrastructure. Provides secure, reliable network connectivity to multiple external business partners while supporting the network architecture, network operations, and site expansion.
Technical specialist for Network Security systems by designing, implementing, and operating a secure network architecture throughout all security enclaves. Responsible in supporting firewalls, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), packet capture systems, WIFI, Load Balancers, and network security systems. Including compliance support and vulnerability management.
Technical specialist for Network Management systems and network optimization, responsible for supporting the Domain Name Systems (DNS), IP address management, network authentication systems, load balancers, Network Time Protocol (NTP), quality of service (QOS), voice over IP (VOIP), video teleconferencing systems (VTC), and software defined network (SDN).
Responsible for lifecycle management, network inventory management, system documentation, and Tier-3 Incident/Change/Patch Management expertise. Utilizes a variety of monitoring infrastructure to ensure efficient and effective operation of the network infrastructure.
For this position, education cannot be substituted for experience.
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This position is with Western Area Power Administration, Department of Energy.
The posted pay range is $89508 – $154280/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-10-08.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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