IT SPECIALIST

This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of the Chief Security Officer (OCSO), Enterprise Security Services Division. The primary purpose of this position is tot serve as an IT Specialist technical expert who is responsible for extremely complex, state-of-the-art systems administration functions. Non-BU: This is a non-bargaining unit position. Major duties: As a IT SPECIALIST, GS-2210-13, your typical work assignments may include the following: Serving as a technical expert responsible for analyzing and verifying the feasibility of advanced systems design and integration within established and planned frameworks; evaluates technological advancements and determines optimum hardware and software requirements for new initiatives. Planning, managing, and directing information systems administration projects and operations; monitors the implementation of approved programs and projects, ensuring compatibility with broad policies and program guidance. Providing expert guidance on all matters pertaining to planning, implementing, and managing computer automation and networking technology; provides authoritative program-related advice and recommendations regarding current and future information systems concepts, doctrine, and methods. Coordinating with users and the technical community on operating requirements; analyzes and evaluates proposed services and technology and assists in developing fielding requirements throughout the DHS community to ensure successful implementation. This announcement will be open for 5 business days OR until the first 100 applications have been received, whichever happens first. View common definitions of terms found in this announcement: Common Definitions.