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IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK/SYSADMIN)

Department of the Army

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Job Requirements

Helena, MT
Secret Polygraph Unspecified
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$68,545 - $97,867

Job Description

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for an IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK/SYSADMIN) GS-9/11, Position Description Numbers D2726000/D2727000, and is part of the Montana Army National Guard, G4 MTMA.

Selecting Official: WO1 Clark

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for an IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK/SYSADMIN) GS-9/11, Position Description Numbers D2726000/D2727000, and is part of the Montana Army National Guard, G4 MTMA.

Selecting Official: WO1 Clark

Overview

Accepting applications

Open 09/25/2026 to 10/11/2026

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Helena, MT


1 vacancy

No matching locations found.

Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$68,545 - $97,867 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 9 - 11
Promotion potential
11


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Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type
Permanent

Occupations and job series

Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service
Represented by a union
No

Drug test
No
Security clearance
Secret
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk

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Background check type

Financial disclosure required
No
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Announcement number
MT-13073350-AR-26-617
Control number
886463000

This job is open to
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Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.

National Guard and reserves
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.

Clarification from the agency
This position is open to the following: Area I - Permanent (Tenure 1/2) T32 technicians of the MT Army National Guard (MTARNG), Area II - Indefinite (Tenure 3) MTARNG T32 technicians & MTARNG T5 permanent (Tenure 1/2) or term (Tenure 3) employees that are military members of the MTARNG, Area III - military members of the MTARNG or T5 temporary (Tenure 0) employees that are military members of the MTARNG.

Duties
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Serves as an advisor to the Supervisory Logistics Information Technology (LIT) Specialist (SASMO) and Systems Administrator on all Combat Service Support (CSS) Automated Logistics Systems and Programs. Exercises knowledge and oversight for all matters pertaining to the fielding and operation of Automated Logistics System and Programs. Utilizes an extensive knowledge of logistics programs/operations and a clear understanding of automated systems to manage projects and programs for systems integration of CSS automation. Identifies funding requirements to support SASMO operations, justifies and submits budget requirements for State operating budget, and executes funds received. Is the technical expert within the state/territory responsible for providing technical and functional guidance for serviced Automated Logistics Systems and Programs. Serves as project leader/supervisor responsible for developing, assigning, and coordinating duties and projects for LIT systems administrators. Serves as the senior LIT systems administrator responsible for planning, coordinating, modifying, implementing, and troubleshooting to support customer needs. Reviews SASMO Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure they are current (i.e., help desk, repair operations, etc.). Evaluates trouble tickets escalated from the help desk, setting priorities on a weekly and monthly basis. Coordinates automation initiatives with State G6 and G3 elements. Operates as the Quality Control Specialist for the Quality Control Program and Quality Control Plan. Oversees a variety of studies, analyses, and reports regarding the integrity of all LIT systems. Conducts quality inspections, customer feedback, and continuous improvement initiatives associated with the Quality Control Plan.

Perform Software conversion, hardware fielding and continuous support. Researches and resolves hardware, software, and applications program problems by troubleshooting and working with user, NGB support agencies, and/or manufacturer/vendors/representatives as required. Develops/implements programs to ensure software and vulnerabilities updates are applied in proper order. Coordinates and communicates with Department of the Army (DA), National Guard Bureau (NGB), and Program Executive Office/Program Manager, regarding CSS operations and automated systems support, problem resolution, software upgrades and change packages. Assists functional users in automated CSS systems management and operation. Provides advisory services for functional users. Provides requested information gathered through the analysis of available documentation such as functional user manuals, regulations, operations manuals, and technical support manuals. Provides assistance to functional users in the identification of computer problems, troubleshooting diagnostics and resolution of technical problems identified in trouble tickets and initial setup of serviced automated logistics information system computers to include loading software, configuring modem and network card(s), assigning Internet Protocol (IP) addresses with correct subnet, connectivity to the network as required, coordinating with other support personnel and completing technical inspections. Provide hands on technical support to all State/Territory unit Logistics Automation Systems in order to provide uninterrupted operation and support. Resolves issues and problems concerning the effectiveness and efficiency of automated logistical systems administrative and systemic work operations. Utilizes knowledge of logistics management principles, policies, and procedures to implement, establish, and execute operational plans and policies for Automated Logistics Systems.

Analyzes requirements, manages, and coordinates automated logistics information system hardware and peripherals pertaining to the receipt, distribution, installation, and life cycle management of devices that are directed to be managed at unit/state level. Installs, tests, and evaluates automated logistics information system hardware. Manages the State/Territory CSS automation hardware tactical computer exchange (TCX) (aka equipment float) program and ensures accountability of exchanges. Performs organizational and direct support level automated logistics information system hardware maintenance as required. Determines systemic problems during maintenance of hardware or in the application of software and initiates corrective action as needed.

Serves as the point of contact for the Sustainment Automation Support Management Office (SASMO) Work Order Desk. Provides telephone coverage for users requesting assistance with hardware/software via a help desk, resolve problems, escalates complex issues to enterprise systems or to a technical specialist/contractor supplied support services; as well as prepares and accomplishes all workorder work order routing.

Performs other duties as assigned.

(A Position Description with full list of duties can be obtained from HRO upon request.)

Requirements
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Conditions of employment
  • NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in the employing state's National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
  • Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • Appointments in the Title 32 MTNG technician program may terminate/suspend your military incentives; please see your MTNG Retention Office/Military Personnel Incentive Program Manager for details.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
  • External applicants must be able to start within 6 months of selection.

Qualifications

Military Grades:
Enlisted E1 - E9;
Warrant WO1

GENERAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT FOR GS-9 AND GS-11:
Must have experience, education or training that has provided a basic knowledge of data processing functions and general management principles that enabled the understanding of the stages required to automate a work process; experience in work such as computer operator or assistant, computer sales representative, program analyst, or other positions that required the use or adaptation of computer programs and systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS FOR GS-09
Must have one of the following:

A) 1 year of experience, education, or training which is equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-07) in receiving, maintaining, and issuing data storage media for computer operations. Experience in scheduling the use of computer time for program processing. Experience collecting and sequentially staging input media with associated program instructions for processing. Experience in at least one programming language. Translating detailed logical steps developed by others into language codes that computers accept where this required understanding of procedures and limitations appropriate to use of a programming language. Experience interviewing subject-matter personnel to get facts regarding work processes and synthesizing the resulting data into charts showing information flow. Experience in analysis of the interrelationship of pertinent components of the system. Experience planning the sequence of actions necessary to accomplish the assignment. Experience scheduling the sequence of programs to be processed by computers where alternatives had to be weighed with a view to production efficiency. (Must address these specialized experiences in detail on resume to be considered for this grade.)

OR

B) A master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related. Major study--computer science, information science, information systems management, mathematics, statistics, operations research, or engineering, or course work that required the development or adaptation of computer programs and systems and provided knowledge equivalent to a major in the computer field. (Copies of all relevant transcripts must be provided to qualify using education.)

OR

C) A combination of Specialized Experience and Education that equal 100% of the requirements. (Experience must be addressed and copies of all relevant transcripts must be provided to assist in qualifying with this option.)

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS FOR GS-11
Must have one of the following:

A) 1 year of experience, education, or training which is equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-09) that approaches techniques and requirements appropriate to an assigned computer applications area or computer specialty area in an organization. Experience planning the sequence of actions necessary to accomplish the assignment where this entailed coordination with others outside the organizational unit and development of project controls. Experience that required adaptations of guidelines or precedents to meet the needs of the assignment. Experience preparing documentation on cost/benefit studies where is involved summarizing the material and organizing it in a logical fashion. (Must address these specialized experiences in detail on resume to be considered for this grade.)

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B) Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. Major study--computer science, information science, information systems management, mathematics, statistics, operations research, or engineering, or course work that required the development or adaptation of computer programs and systems and provided knowledge equivalent to a major in the computer field. (Copies of all relevant transcripts must be provided to qualify using education.)

OR

C) A combination of Specialized Experience and Education that equal 100% of the requirements. (Experience must be addressed and copies of all relevant transcripts must be provided to assist in qualifying using this option.)

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).

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.

Benefits

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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

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Required documents

Required Documents
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To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your resume showing:
  • Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you.
  • Relevant work experience-include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (AT LEAST MONTH/YEAR - MONTH/YEAR), the number of hours worked per week and describe how you meet the required qualifications of the job. Federal jobs should include series and grade.
  • Education, certifications or licensures.

For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here.

How to Apply
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To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13073350

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account ( https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Agency contact information

Vanessa Toquero


Email
vanessa.toquero.civ@army.mil
Address
MT J4
1956 Mt Majo Street
Fort Harrison, MT 59636-4789
US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

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Army National Guard Units

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States. Since the earliest American colonial days, citizens have joined together for collective defense. We have a proud tradition of coming to the aid of our friends and neighbors in times of serious emergencies. Join our National Guard team and serve your nation, your states and your community!

Agency contact information

Vanessa Toquero


Email
vanessa.toquero.civ@army.mil
Address
MT J4
1956 Mt Majo Street
Fort Harrison, MT 59636-4789
US

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