IT Specialist; Network Security Clearance

Position: IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK) with Security Clearance
Location: Ackworth

Duties As a IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK), GS-2210-11 your duties are below.
* Performs a variety of network device configuration and connectivity tasks.
* 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.
* Evaluates the performance of network devices such as servers, workstations, and peripheral devices, and remote access systems.
* Coordinates the development and implementation of configuration management plans for complex LANs and WANs with supported elements to include headquarters staff elements, tenant activities, state government, regional operating activities and national agencies.
* Implements plans and procedures for remote installation of applications and upgrades using state of the art software distribution methods.
* Monitors distribution of applications and upgrades ensuring compliance with regulations and copyright laws.
* 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 Duties as assigned. D0262P01 Requirements Conditions of employment NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS

REQUIRED:

This is an excepted position that requires military membership in a compatible military assignment in the Iowa Army National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of this excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 03/13/2026 . FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR NOT RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION.

Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations Section of this Announcement to understand the qualification requirements, and the

How to Apply

Section for detailed instruction on applying. SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT:
Employment is subject to attaining and maintaining a clearance as required by this position. If the selectee does not possess the applicable security clearance when hired, application must be made within 30 days of the start date. Failure to make application for the required security clearance will result in termination of employment. Failure to complete prescribed courses may be cause for reassignment or termination of FTS.

Military Rank Requirements: OFFICERS, WARRANT OFFICERS, AND ENLISTED MEMBERS (CPT and Below) Qualifications In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

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…