IT Specialist

This position is for an IT Specialist, part of the Air National Guard Units. The purpose of the position is to provide information technology system support to the assigned unit.

• Serves as a technical expert and focal point for the installation and configuration of hardware and software on personal computers and for personal data assistants associated with assigned systems.
• Develops, modifies, and tests overall system backup and recovery strategies for assigned systems.
• Serves as a systems administrator responsible for planning, coordinating, modifying, implementing, and troubleshooting in order to meet customer needs.
• Works on the administration of all systems, including a myriad of associated hardware platforms, software applications, and numerous interfaces included in the Local Area Network (LAN).
• Serves as a technical expert on multiple operating systems and computer platforms.
• Determines equipment and communications requirements and interfaces with other systems.
• Evaluates machine usage and develops plans for the necessary acquisition to support future automation (hardware and software) requirements.
• Analyzes, evaluates, and recommends hardware/software changes to various computer systems.
• Considers factors such as compatibility with standard systems, conversion or implementation costs, and impact on existing equipment.
• Installs, configures, and tests products and equipment being reviewed.
• Develops guidelines, standard operating procedures (SOPs), bulletins, and flyers regarding the operation/use of assigned C4 systems, services, and activities.
• Analyzes policies, regulations, and system provisions governing standard operating systems and provides assistance and advisory services to users.
• Implements systems software changes, operating system releases, and maintains the operational status of systems.
• Coordinates with system developers resolving hardware and/or software malfunctions.
• Performs security management in accordance with National Guard Bureau (NGB) and Air National Guard (ANG) regulations and policies.
• Reviews and implements local policies regarding system access, network rights, and physical access to systems and equipment.
• Implements ANG policy relating to systems storage requirements.
• Analyzes system operations to identify inefficiencies and takes action to resolve problems and ensure optimal performance and consistency.
• Provides input to the ANG Continuity of Operation Plan (COOP) procedures for system disaster recovery.
• COOP recovery includes reestablishment of systems at multiple sites and locations.
• Installs and configures workstation or network operating systems, and applications software on a wide range of configurable information systems devices.
• Configures a wide variety of devices requiring diverse interfaces and device drivers in multiple operating system environments using a wide variety of hardware platforms.
• Enforces command standards for hardware and software configurations.
• Configures workstation security parameters.
• Troubleshoots and corrects software problems to include resolving conflicts between applications, hardware, and/or device conflicts, and operating system faults.
• Detects and removes computer viruses.
• Restores critical data files.
• Updates hardware and software architecture databases to reflect installations, turn-ins, and changes in reportable software.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement.
• In compliance with Title 32 United States Code, the compatible military skill set is determined by the applicable service manpower requirements.
• Upon selection, individuals are assigned to the authorized position and its compatible military skill in accordance with Air Force skill classification directives, statutes, and National Guard Bureau regulations.
• The Dual Status technician must obtain and maintain all military skill requirements in regard to training, education, certifications, and experience.
• Must have a TS/SCI clearance.
• May need to work different shifts.
• Must maintain local network access IAW AFMANs.
• National Guard Membership is required.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Must maintain local network access.
• Wear the uniform appropriate for the member's grade and component of the armed forces, maintaining standards of conduct and appearance.
• 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.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
• For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license.