Duties As an IT SPEC (PLCYPLN) with the Texas Air National Guard, your duties will include, but will not be limited to:
- Performs studies and establishes plans of action for improving the efficiency of information technology applications. Performs studies covering the installation's information technology status. Evaluates existing systems and capabilities and initiates feasibility studies and cost benefit analyses to determine ways and means necessary to enhance mission performance. From those studies, determines requirements and recommends a best course of action along with proposed alternatives.
- Assesses policy needs and develops policy and procedures governing IT activities. Plans, develops, approves procedures and interprets policy related to Engineering and Installation IT activities. Continually assesses policy needs and interprets broad DoD, AF, and other higher headquarters guidance and applies it through development of policies for the area of responsibility. Consults and coordinates with project staff from other organizations and agencies in developing, revising, interpreting, and modifying policies to ensure application of local activities meet project needs. Keeps abreast of changes in policy direction and assesses impact on organizational business requirements.
- Functions as a senior technical advisor on EI contract and budget activities. Plans and coordinates all phases of the acquisition, implementation, and integration of IT assets. Conducts extensive research and analytical studies and develops specifications, justifications, and economic analysis in support of selection and acquisition actions. Prepares solicitation packages to include SOWs/PWS (statements of work/performance work specifications), technical evaluation criteria, bid schedules, etc., for contracts.
- Represents the organization at conferences and meetings and presents briefings. Leads and/or participates in discussions, meetings, conferences, committees or special IT projects. Analyzes areas of concern, identifies problems, and resolves conflicts through persuasive discussions with management and user representatives.Analyzes areas of concern, identifies problems, and resolves conflicts through persuasive discussions with management and user representatives. Consults with base officials and working groups, customers and other organization personnel on IT concerns. Prepares reports encompassing long and short range planning strategy recommendations, and presents briefings covering recommendations for acquisition or changes in business practices through enhanced IT use. Maintains liaison with technical and professional organizations and industry to keep abreast of trends in technology. Prepares and presents briefings which outline problems and solutions and keep management aware of their role in adopting changing technology.
- Serves as the senior Engineering and Installation staff member assigned to the Combat Communications Group. Develops and coordinates detailed plans for Engineering and Installation mission support requirements for war mobilization, contingencies, state emergencies, training exercises, and other worldwide requirements. Coordinates with internal and external agencies (DoD, MAJCOMs, NAF, State Headquarters, other combat communications group headquarters, and other federal and state agencies) to ensure the operational planning accurately satisfies all customer requirements, is consistent with current Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) and Operations Plans (OPLANS) and is documented in appropriate logistical annexes.
- Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment Factor(s): This is an Excepted Service position that requires active membership in a compatible military assignment in the Texas Air National Guard and wear of the military uniform. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Texas Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the Texas Air National Guard. Areas of Consideration: Nationwide. This includes:
- All currently employed full-time permanent, indefinite and temporary personnel of the Texas Air National Guard,
- All current members of the Texas Air National Guard, and
- All individuals eligible for membership in the Texas Air National Guard. Remarks:
- Applicants must obtain and maintain a Top Secret/Special Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance and Information Assurance Management Program Certification Level Technical Level II (IAT II) to qualify for considerations to hire, promote, or reassign
- The Texas National Guard is an Equal Opportunity employer.
- This is a Bargaining Unit position.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- Direct deposit is mandatory.
- 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 CONDUCTS INFORMATION ASSURANCE FUNCTIONS. THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE CERTIFICATION PROGRAM AND WILL BE REQUIRED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATION. CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS ARE OUTLINED IN DOD INSTRUCTION 8570.01-M*Statement updated to align with current policy. CLB 22JUN23 Military Requirements: Compatible Military Assignment (per UMD): Applicant must be Duty AFSC assigned to a compatible position in accordance with statutes and National Guard Bureau regulations upon selection. If selected and not currently Duty AFSC assigned, entrance on duty date will be delayed until assignment in the appropriate Duty AFSC is verified. AFSC:1D7X1W Rank Spread: E-5(SSgt) not to exceed E-7/(MSgt) Qualifications In describing your experience in your resume, please be clear and specific. Assumptions regarding your experience will not be made. To qualify at the GS-2210-12 grade level your resume must include relevant experience/education with beginning and ending dates reflecting the following: Specialized Experience: At least 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. (GS-11) with knowledge of and ability to perform complex technical work involving development and assessment of information technology and telecommunication systems. Has significant impact on the mission and capability to provide essential support to the deployed war-fighter. Expert and comprehensive working knowledge of complex Information Technology, Engineering, and Communications-Electronics (C-E) network policies, procedures and directives to serve as the lead Engineering Installation communicator and senior advisor to the Commander on Engineering Installation matters concerning group engineering, operations, systems integration and infrastructure projects assessment, planning and budgeting. Expert knowledge of the mission, objectives, terminology, and management practices in the organization to recognize probable areas of interaction and overlap between proposed and existing systems. Knowledge of commonly used communications systems, technology, and operations, as well as established methods, procedures, regulations and other guides that relate to a particular area. Comprehensive knowledge of IT concepts, principles, methods and practices to plan network services that support customers' requirements. Ability to define problem areas, gather and analyze factual data, and form and communicate conclusions and recommendations. Expert knowledge of communications systems and network systems technology and operations, sufficient to plan, manage, integrate, and/or execute communications and network systems, services, or operations needed to satisfy the customer's needs. Knowledge of network systems design, development, testing, installation, operation, management, and maintenance. Comprehensive knowledge and skill in applying DoD, AF, and NGB policies, standards, directives, and operations manuals to perform systems analysis, evaluate approaches, offer advice, define alternative approaches, and coordinate requirements regarding the merits of proposed applications, design changes, etc., for the customer. In-depth knowledge of hardware, software, network operations functions, packet switching, communications protocols, and diagnostic tools to analyze difficult and complex system and end user problems, furnish assistance, and provide resolution. Skill in relating the facets of the work to the overall network architecture and overall project scope to evaluate new systems to be integrated or converted so they work within current or proposed architecture and provide alternatives, costs, training concerns, and recommendations for conversion and/or integration. Only experience gained by closing date of this position will be considered. Based on the Cyberspace Operations mission requirements and directed tasks, along with the strict Information Assurance Management Certification requirements for the GS-2210 Cyber Program Dual Status Technician positions, no substitutions of Education for Specialized Experiences are allowed for any reason or purpose Education Based on the Cyberspace Operations mission requirements and directed tasks, along with the strict Information Assurance Management Certification requirements for the GS-2210 Cyber Program Dual Status Technician positions, no substitutions of Education for Specialized Experiences are allowed for any reason or purpose Additional information Additional Remarks:
- The position serves as a full-time senior IT Plans and Policy Manager/Engineering Installation liaison for the entire group and provides guidance and direction for management of assigned resources that includes manpower, equipment, and financial requirements. The incumbent acts as the senior Engineering and installation IT Plans and Policy Manager for the Group Management Element Unit Type Code (UTC). This position is responsible to plan, trai
