Computer Systems Analyst II

DoD Secret Clearance Required

Location: Naval Air Station North Island, California USA

General Duties:

The Computer Systems Analyst II applies systems analysis and design skills in an area such as a record keeping or scientific operation. A system of several varied sequences or formats is usually developed, e.g. the analyst develops systems for maintaining depositor accounts in a bank, maintaining accounts receivable in a retail establishment, maintaining inventory accounts in a manufacturing or wholesale establishment, or processing a limited problem in a scientific project.

This position requires competence in most phases of system analysis and knowledge of pertinent system software and computer equipment and of the work processes, applicable regulations, workload, and practices of the assigned subject-matter area.

Job duties require the incumbent to be able to recognize probable interactions of related computer systems and predict impact of a change in assigned system.

The Computer Systems Analyst II reviews proposals which consist of objectives, scope, and user expectations; gathers facts, analyzes data, and prepares a project synopsis which compares alternatives in terms of cost, time, availability of equipment and personnel, and recommends a course of action; upon approval of synopsis, prepares specifications for development of computer programs.

Duties also include the ability to determine and resolve data processing problems and coordinate the work with program, users, etc. This worker orients user personnel on new or changed procedures, may conduct special projects such as data element and code standardization throughout a broad system, working under specific objectives and bringing to the attention of the supervisor any unusual problems or controversies.

In this position, the incumbent works independently under overall project objectives and requirements and apprises supervisor about progress and unusual complications. Guidelines usually include existing systems and the constraints imposed by related systems with which the incumbent's work must be meshed.

This worker adapts design approaches successfully used in precedent systems, works on a segment of a complex data processing scheme or broad system, as described for Computer Systems Analyst, level III, works independently on routine assignments and receives instructions and guidance on complex assignments.

Work is reviewed for accuracy of judgment, compliance with instructions, and to insure proper alignment with the overall system. Completed work is reviewed for timeliness, compatibility with other work, and effectiveness in meeting requirements.

This analyst may provide functional direction to lower level assistants on assigned work.

Requirements:
• Microsoft Office and Microsoft Exchange
• Ability to speak, read, and write English
• Four years experience in the installation and maintenance of computer systems and network servers; with experience in at least four of the following:
• Network interfaces and associated equipment
• Communications (fiber-optic, multiplexer) equipment and TCP/IP
• Configuration of hubs, routers, bridges and firewalls
• Microsoft, LINUX and/or UNIX administration
• Internet and e-mail setup
• MIS databases and software development, modification and installation
• Formal classroom education equivalent to Navy "C" School or vocational school with formal training in the field of electronic equipment maintenance and equipment manufacturer training.
• CompTIA Security+ certification.
• UNIX networking administration training.
• DOD network security training.
• TCP/IP networking certification.
• Possess a valid state Driver's License.
• US Citizen
• Must Possess and Maintain a Government DoD Secret Clearance