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IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK)

Department of the Army

Posted today

Job Requirements

Reisterstown, MD
Secret Polygraph Unspecified
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$85,447 - $111,087

Job Description

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a IT Specialist (Network), Position Description Number T5247P02 and is part of the MD JFHQ G6, National Guard.

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a IT Specialist (Network), Position Description Number T5247P02 and is part of the MD JFHQ G6, National Guard.

Overview

Accepting applications

Open 10/14/2026 to 10/28/2026

This job will close when we have received 50 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Reisterstown, MD

No matching locations found.

Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$85,447 - $111,087 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 11
Promotion potential
11


Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type
Permanent

Occupations and job series

Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service
Represented by a union
No

Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Secret
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk

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Background check type

Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number
MD-13088973-AR-27-002T5
Control number
888581600

This job is open to
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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.




Veterans

Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference




Special authorities

Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed in another hiring path.


Clarification from the agency

US Citizens or Veterans
Special Authorities: Those meeting certain Priority Placement Program eligibilities as annotated on the Vacancy Announcement

Duties
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The purpose of this position is to performs a variety of network device configuration and connectivity tasks

This position performs the following duties:

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.

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.

Requirements
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Conditions of employment


    Applicants who meet one of the DoD Priority Placement Program (PPP) categories below are eligible to apply with this preference. (See Required Documents section)
    • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
    • Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
    • Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Employees
    • Priority Placement Program, Military Spouse Preference (MSP)
    Incumbent must complete appropriate training and obtain/maintain required certifications IAW DoDI 8140 or DOD 8570.01M or applicable governing document(s) for Cyber workforce as an IA Technician Level II or III within 9 months of hire.

    Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a trial period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
    This position requires a secret security clearance; the incumbent of this position must obtain and maintain a secret Clearance. Work may require access to higher classified information. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.

    This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
    This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.

    Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.

    May be required to travel by car, in military and/or commercial aircraft, and by other means of transportation as appropriate to perform temporary duty assignments.

    Qualifications

    GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, and/or training that has provided a basic knowledge of data processing functions and general management principles that enabled the applicant to understand the stages required to automate a work process. Experience may have been gained in work such as computer operator or assistant, computer sales representative, program analyst, or other positions that required the use or adaptation of computer programs and systems.

    SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1-year specialized experience, education, or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Specialized experience includes experience, education, or training that approaches techniques and requirements appropriate to an assigned computer applications area or computer specialty area in an organization. Experience planning the sequence of actions necessary to accomplish the assignment where this entailed coordination with others outside the organizational unit and development of project controls. Experience that required adaptations of guidelines or precedents to meet the needs of the assignment. Experience preparing documentation on cost/benefit studies where is involved summarizing the material and organizing it in a logical fashion.

    Applicants will be graded based on their answers to the assessment questionnaire and their supporting documentation. If supporting documentation does not support the answers to the questionnaire, applicants' scores may be modified as appropriate.

    Applicants will be graded as follows:

    90-100 Points: Highly Qualified
    80-89 Points: Well Qualified
    70-79 Points: Qualified

    After adjudicating Veterans Preference, applicants will be referred to the hiring manager in the following order:

    1. Highly Qualified
    2. Well Qualified
    3. Qualified

    Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated on the basis of duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position.

    Education

    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.

    Additional information

    If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).
    • We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 180 days of the closing date.
    • This position MAY be eligible for recruitment or relocation incentives, pending availability of funding and management request.
    • This position is in the Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service.


    Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

    Benefits

    A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

    Review our benefits

    Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

    How you will be evaluated

    You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

    Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

    Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
    • Network Operations


    Benefits

    A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

    Review our benefits

    Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

    Required documents

    Required Documents
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    To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

    1. Your resume showing:
    • Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you.
    • Relevant work experience-include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and describe how you meet the required qualifications of the job. Federal jobs should include series and grade.
    • Education, certifications or licensures.
    2. Other supporting documents: If you are a current Federal Employee, please submit your most current non-award SF-50 when applying. If selected, failure to submit this documentation may affect your pay and/or delay your appointment.

    Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible must submit the following documentation:
    - Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-3)
    - Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility
    - Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility.

    Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement must submit the following documentation:
    - Military Reserve and Technician Disability PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-2)
    - Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility
    - Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility.

    Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Employees must submit the following documentation:
    -DoD Retained Grade Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-1)- SF-50 effecting the placement in retained grade status
    - Copy of the notification letter the employee received (RIF or classification downgrade)

    Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, Military Spouse Preference must submit the following documentation:
    - DoD Military Spouse Preference Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-4)
    - Sponsor's PCS Orders- Proof of Military member's current active duty status
    - Marriage Certificate

    Veterans Preference

    If you are claiming veteran's preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran's preference.

    - 10-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof as required by the SF-15.

    - 5-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active duty service.

    https://www.vaforvets.va.gov/vaforvets/hr/Pages/Federal-Hiring-Process.asp#veteranspreference

    If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:


    Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.


    Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

    How to Apply
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    To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13088973

    A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

    To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

    Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

    After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

    You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

    To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

    Agency contact information

    Isatu Wedge


    Phone 667-887-4002
    Email isatu.v.wedge.mil@army.mil
    Address MD JFHQ G6 Joint Forces Headquarters Reisterstown, MD 21136 US

    Next steps

    Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

    Fair and transparent

    The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

    Criminal history inquiriesEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

    Financial suitabilityNew employee probationary period

    Privacy ActReasonable accommodation policy

    Selective ServiceSignature and false statements

    Social security number request

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    THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

    The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States. Since the earliest American colonial days, citizens have joined together for collective defense. We have a proud tradition of coming to the aid of our friends and neighbors in times of serious emergencies. Join our National
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