SummaryAs an Information Technology Specialist (Data Management/Systems Administration) at Moore Air Base (MAB) in Edinburg, TX you would fil a critical role in support of the nation's New World screwworm response activities. This position is part of the Information Technology Positions at MAB.
APHIS will also be accepting applications and conducting interviews in-person Nov 17-19 in McAllen, TX. Please see "How to Apply" and/or this site for more information.
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- The duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Develops job or project specific solutions to best utilize SaaS, USDA cloud and local infrastructure environments.
- Planning, designing, and implementation of the laboratory applications and database systems.
- Works with application middleware solutions, including configuration and securing of web application platform environments.
- Provides support for system integration and connectivity to external authentication, certificate, application and database systems.
- Provides system administration for the laboratory IT activities related to various application, server and database systems.
- Participates as a team member or leader along with other IT specialists, customers, or support personnel on system development or redevelopment projects.
- In all activities functions as a leader in coaching, supporting, and encouraging other team members as needed in the performance of team responsibilities.
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Conditions of employment- You must be a US Citizen or US National.
- Individuals who were born male after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
- Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
- Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served. Refer to the Next Steps section for more information.
- Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
QualificationsFirst priority will be given to applicants who apply in-person or on-line by an initial applicant cut-off of 12:00 PM Central Time on November 17. If the position is filled after the first cut-off, this announcement may close prior to the posted closing date.
FOR THE GS-13 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-12 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates:
- Managing servers by maintaining system settings, controlling user access, installing updates, and resolving technical issues
- Evaluating system performance and technology needs, recommending and implementing hardware, software, and cloud-based solutions
- Supporting and integrating applications, databases, servers, and networks
- Lead IT projects involving system upgrades, security improvements, disaster recovery, and new technology implementations
Note: There is no education substitution for this grade level.
EducationThis position does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information- Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), Reemployment Priority List (RPL), or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): Visit the OPM website for information on how to apply as a CTAP, RPL, or ICTAP eligible. To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP/ICTAP candidates must be well qualified, which means having knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or competencies that exceed the minimum qualification requirements for this position. CTAP/ICTAP applicants may be required to take a manual assessment and must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100.
- First time hires to the federal government normally start at the lowest rate of the salary range for the grade selected.
- Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid. Any travel, transportation, and relocation expense associated with reporting for duty will be the responsibility of the selected employee.
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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.
BenefitsHelp
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.
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.
