Computer Systems Engineer

Summary

The FBI is recruiting a Computer Systems Engineer to support mission critical forensic network. As a Computer Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for evaluating, designing, testing, implementing and maintaining network technologies in support of the FBI's investigative mission.

This job is open to

• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
  
  Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
• Federal employees - Competitive service
  
  Current or former competitive service federal employees.
• Federal employees - Excepted service
  
  Current excepted service federal employees.
• Individuals with disabilities
• Military spouses
• The public
  
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Veterans

Clarification from the agency

All U.S. Citizens.

Duties

GS 13 Level:

• Performs design work, testing and evaluation, development and integration of components, software, hardware, and subsystems for the FBI's operational networks and systems.
• Analyzes hardware and software specifications and establishes test requirement and validation procedures to measure performance, quality and reliability in acquisition, development and integration of computer resources components and end items for major IT systems.
• Understands complex systems and is able to conduct fault isolation of networking components, server components and storage systems.
• Contributes to the formation of strategies to explore and establish the fundamental value of new technology and identify the most fruitful approaches for systems in the operational network.
• Identifies and evaluates new systems and storage solutions to be used in the operational network.
• Capable of troubleshooting and isolating system/storage bottlenecks and make recommendations to address shortfalls.
• Utilizes scripting languages (commonly Powershell) to automate repetitive tasks and automate troubleshooting processes.

GS 14 Level:

• Responsible for developing, evaluating, and executing formal test plans and evaluating components, services, and systems against functional and technical requirements in order to integrate new capabilities into supported systems.
• Assists with the design, implementation, maintenance process, management and root cause analysis of an expanded operation wide area network, enabling rapid implementation, integration, and evaluation of new investigative and operation technologies and techniques.
• Leads the troubleshooting and corrective actions on tickets that require escalation from the field administrators.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret-SCI clearance.
• Some travel (5%) is required.
• Selectee will be required to complete form FD-887, Request for Access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).

Qualifications

GS-13: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level. SE is defined as follows:

• Experience in engineering, computer hardware, systems software and design, integration, networking and computer system architecture.
• Experience with modern operating systems, servers and storage systems.
• Experience using scripting languages (commonly PowerShell) to automate tasks and assist in system maintenance.
• Experience with troubleshooting Windows based systems and conducting fault isolation of complex systems.
• Experience with securing servers and resolving STIG compliance and security vulnerability scanning actions.

GS 14: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level. SE is defined as follows:

• Experience in coordinating, integrating, designing and developing the overall systems architectures to meet operational needs.
• Experience integrating applications and systems utilizing SQL database integration.
• Experience in making presentations and delivering papers and technical information before internal and external groups and documenting findings procedures and system design.
• Experience leading teams of administrators and conducting training of junior personnel on new and existing systems.

Education

There is no educational requirement for this position.

Additional information

As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.

Memorandum for Record: Work performed outside assigned duties (that would not normally be documented on an SF-50, i. e., back-up duties), has to be documented in detail by an immediate supervisor in order to receive full credit for amount of time worked in that position. If no documentation is furnished no credit will be given for time worked in that position. The following notations must be specified in the documentation (Memorandum for Record):

• Percent of time worked in the particular position (cannot conflict with main duties).
• The month/year work began.
• Frequency worked (i.e., daily, monthly, etc.)
• Specific duties performed.

Key Words: Cloud Computing, Cloud Development, Senior Engineer, Containerization, Scripting, Python, Government Off the Shelf (GOTS) integration, Commercial of the shelf (COTS) integration, Hybrid Cloud integration, Storage Cluster Management, Virtualization, Hypervisor, Powershell, Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT), Windows Admin Center, CentOS, Azure, AWS, OpenStack, Windows OS, database engineering

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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.

Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI's Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement and will be compared to your responses to the online assessment questionnaire. High self-assessment in the vacancy questions that is not supported by information in your resume, and/or supporting documents may eliminate you from Most Competitive status.

Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Most Competitive, Competitive, or Least Competitive. Names of candidates in the Most Competitive category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Veterans' preference will be applied.

All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies:

• Customer Service
• Information Management
• Technology Awareness

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• Required Documents
  
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  
  
  1. Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates.
  2. A complete assessment questionnaire.
  3. Other supporting documents (if applicable):
  
  
  
  • College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement.
  • Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50; not applicable to current FBI employees.
  • Memorandum for Record (MFR), Please see Additional Information.
  • Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees.
  • Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later.
• How to Apply
  
  To apply for the Computer Systems Engineer position, please click here.
  
  The official title of this position is, IT Specialist.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  Felisa Wainwright
  
  Phone
  
  (202) 324-7138
  
  Email
  
  ffwainwright@fbi.gov
  
  Address
  
  Federal Bureau of Investigation
  
  935 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
  
  Washington, DC 20535
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

1. Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates.
2. A complete assessment questionnaire.
3. Other supporting documents (if applicable):

• College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement.
• Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50; not applicable to current FBI employees.
• Memorandum for Record (MFR), Please see Additional Information.
• Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees.
• Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later.

How to Apply

To apply for the Computer Systems Engineer position, please click here.

The official title of this position is, IT Specialist.

Agency contact information

Felisa Wainwright

Phone

(202) 324-7138

Email

ffwainwright@fbi.gov

Address

Federal Bureau of Investigation

935 Pennsylvania Ave, NW

Washington, DC 20535

US

Next steps

Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process.

Fair & Transparent

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

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request