IT Specialist (Operating Systems)

The primary purpose of this IT Specialist (OP) position is in (2) two branches in the Information Technology (IT) Division: Enterprise Support branch and Security Engineering branch. The descriptions for both program areas are listed under the duties section. Major duties: This IT Specialist (Operating Systems) position is located in (2) two branches in the Information Technology Division, Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to: Supports a variety of information technology (IT) infrastructure operations, engineering, and system projects such as installation of new operational technical environments or engineering support of various systems capabilities, patches, upgrades and releases using advanced knowledge and experience. Performs technical analysis and reviews a wide range of information systems in terms of design, development, implementation, approval, and periodic evaluation as well as providing a variety of operational systems to TSA with minimal supervision. Leads support functions and promotes the protection of the IT infrastructure by incorporating IT security and cybersecurity requirements, technologies, and processes into all engineering projects and activities. Collaborates with internal/external organizational offices and agencies to support and maintain the operational environment. Performs asset management/inventory of information technology (IT) resources and evaluates cost/benefit, economic, and risk analysis in the decision-making process. Note: The duties are listed at the full performance level of SV-I band. Descriptions of Program Areas Systems Deployment & Integration Branch: The incumbent serves as IT Specialist (OP) for the Systems Deployment & Integration branch, responsible for performing as a contributing technical specialist supporting the full range of system life cycle activities including planning, analyzing, developing, implementing, maintaining, testing, and enhancing enterprise-wide information systems. End User Services Division, Enterprise Support Branch to deliver essential technology support for the TSA Freedom Center and the TSA Continuity of Operations (COOP) facility. In this role, you will ensure the continuous reliability of mission-critical, 24x7x365 Watch Floor operations and collaborate closely with Government Interagency Partners to maintain vital IT and Audio/Visual systems. As a key technical contributor, you will drive the full system lifecycle by actively participating in the planning, procurement, deployment, and maintenance of TSA information systems. Note: The Public announcement Link: USAJOBS - Job Announcement Requirements: You must possess U.S. Citizenship or be a U.S. National. You must have reached the minimum age (18) at the time of application. You must complete a favorable Background Investigation (BI). Selective Service registration is required. Must obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. Must possess a FAC COR Level II certification or obtain certification within 18-months of appointment. If you fail to meet the conditions of employment or any other pre-employment requirements, such as missing any of the scheduled appointments, the hiring agency may rescind their tentative offer of employment. Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for TSA to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions. Any offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) guidance, and Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change.