Systems II Administrator

This position supports the Transportation Security Laboratory (TSL), which is a part of the Department of Homeland Security. The main responsibilities of the position are administering and maintaining TSL local IT systems and networks; supporting the full lifecycle of hardware and software (including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and upgrades); maintaining and securing TSL applications and tools such as databases.

• Support, Troubleshoot and maintain System/software life cycle to include development and maintenance of systems, applications and tools including software enhancements, databases, database maintenance, Computer Aided Design (CAD), Graphics, Test and Evaluation, Training systems maintenance, maintenance and use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and keep and maintain information systems security.
• Provide hardware life-cycle support to include hardware installations such as modems, boards, memory chips, and other small hardware items. 
• Write, update and maintain standard operating procedures that detail the steps required to regain Local Area Network access in the event of network failure. The SOP should be sufficiently detailed so that if the usual network administrator or designee is not available, the federal staff may restore network services. The SOP shall be treated as Security Sensitive Information and distribution shall be controlled and restricted.
• Maintain software tools and utility development to include providing unique capability working with off-the-shelf applications such as Excel, Access, PowerPoint and other DHS applications. Databases, briefings, spreadsheets and documents shall be developed from these applications to provide information and information management tools. This includes the Local Area      Network (LAN) and Web administration, Application Training, electronic and paper File Management, and Documentation of ICC System and procedures.
• Provide maintenance of TSL local IT Systems & equipment and support connectivity and troubleshooting functions related to TSL Headquarters mandates

• Must be a US CITIZEN
• Eligible for secret security clearance
•  Able to pass Homeland Security's stringent financial responsibility standards. [Pre-existing clearance and DHS Suitability a major plus!]