Information Technology Specialist (Network) with Security Clearance

About the Position: This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. Serves as a Information Technology Specialist (Network) for the Joint Activities Command at Fort Bragg, NC This is a Term NTE 3 YEARS. Cannot be made permanent. Only Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted.

About the Position: This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. Serves as a Information Technology Specialist (Network) for the Joint Activities Command at Fort Bragg, NC This is a Term NTE 3 YEARS. Cannot be made permanent. Only Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Overview Accepting applications Open 10/08/2026 to 10/22/2026 Location Fort Bragg, NC 1 vacancy No matching locations found.

Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—ELIGIBLE FOR SITUATIONAL TELEWORK ONLY, INCLUDING EMERGENCY AND OPM PRESCRIBED "UNSCHEDULED TELEWORK"
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$93,468 - $121,511 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 12
Promotion potential
None Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Appointment type
Term - Not to Exceed 3 Years Occupations and job series

• 2210 Information Technology Management

Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union
No Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Top Secret
Position sensitivity and risk
Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job. Background check type

• Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure required
No
Announcement number
MCGT-27-13084043-DHA
Control number
888050800 This job is open to
The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency
See "Who May Apply" in the "Qualifications" section for more information on who is eligible to apply. Duties

• Configures secure and non-secure IP-based Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) satellite networks to ensure reliable voice, data, and video transmissions.
• Analyzes satellite spectrum data using a spectrum analyzer to resolve connectivity and interference issues.
• Monitors day-to-day network performance across Local Area Networks (LAN) and Wide Area Networks (WAN) to maintain established mission requirements.
• Coordinates router and switching services utilizing standard network protocols to synchronize communications infrastructure.
• Schedules preventive and corrective maintenance on telecommunications equipment to maximize the operational readiness rate of critical circuits.
• Diagnoses complex operational equipment failures to recommend immediate restoration actions
• Liaises with external IT service providers and contractors to coordinate engineering and equipment installation projects.
• Drafts inter-agency memorandums of understanding to formalize operational procedures, maintenance support, and circuit restoration priorities. Requirements Conditions of employment
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access for the duration of employment.
• Position is subject to random drug testing. Incumbent must pass a drug test.
• May require TDY travel up to 30 days CONUS and OCONUS up to 10% of the time.
• May require uncommon tour of duty hours, working either fixed or rotating shift which may include evening, weekends, and holidays.
• This position is designated as mission essential, consistent with the criteria described in DoD instruction (DoDI) 3024.42.
• Employee must reside within the local area (50 miles) and able to report to work within an hour notice
• This position requires a pre-employment physical, must be able to lift 40 pounds.
• In accordance with DoDM 8140.03 and supplemental Army guidance, the employee must obtain and maintain the following requirements for each Cyber work role (except Data, AI, and/or Software Engineering) at the assigned proficiency level:

1) Foundational qualification requirements within 9 months, 2) Resident qualification requirements within 12 months, 3) 20 hours of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) per work role code (which can overlap).

• This is an Information Assurance Workforce position. Incumbent must meet position requirements for certification at Level I in Information Assurance Technical (IAT I) within six (6) months or less of entrance on duty.

(Certification requirements may be found in DOD 8570.01-M Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program)

• Appointment to this position is subject to a one-year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.

Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. In order to qualify, you must meet the expereince requirements described below.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience in Monitors the operational reliability of IP-based satellite networks and data processing equipment; and Identifies operational deficiencies in telecommunications systems to initiate corrective repair actions; and Integrates voice, radio, or video transmission hardware to support diverse user requirements. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11).

The specialized experience must include, or be supplemented by, information technology related experience (paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training, as appropriate) which demonstrates each of the competencies, as defined: (1) Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: completing thorough and accurate work independently, even in the most difficult or stressful situations; occasionally reviewing work completed by others;
(2) Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.

Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: resolving routine and non-routine problems, questions, or complaints; developing and maintaining strong, mutually supportive working relationships with customers; conducting evaluation of support to determine quality of services and customer satisfaction, and recommending procedural changes based on customer need or changes in policy and/or regulation;
(3) Decision Making - Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.
(4) Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations.
(5) Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: convincingly conveying complex information to customers; presenting thoughts that are well-organized and demonstrating confidence in the facts and ideas; adjusting style when working with individuals with different levels of understanding; using various methods to explain and convey information; and
(6) Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

Examples of IT-related experience demonstrating this competency include: solving complex or sensitive problems by developing and proposing strategic alternatives; identifying possible conflicts and shared benefits; helping team anticipate problems and identifying