Information Technology Specialist (Network Services)

Information Technology Specialist (Network Services)

Department: Judicial Branch

Location(s): Washington, District of Columbia

Salary Range: $101402 - $190061 Per Year

Job Summary: This position is in the Department of Technology Services, Enterprise Operations Center, Infrastructure Operations Division (IOD), Security Infrastructure Branch (SIB). The IOD is responsible for the management and maintenance of IT services, systems, and national data, voice, and video applications and infrastructure. SIB ensures the Judiciary's security infrastructure is robust, resilient, and meets the courts' operational needs while maintaining system integrity and security.

Major Duties:

• The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts (AO) is seeking an IT Specialist (Network Services) to join its Security Infrastructure Branch (SIB). The IT Specialist (Network Services) works with and assists SIB and IT Security Office (ITSO) engineers and contractors, ensuring the security infrastructure is operational and maintained within approved security policies and guidance. The incumbent manages projects and tasks, develops and coordinates work plans and schedules dependent upon resources, and works with program and project managers to assure the Judiciary security systems on the wide area network, internet gateway datacenters, court locations, connections to other Judiciary partners, and emergency network services are available, resilient, and secure. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to: Working with and assisting other staff in the daily operation, maintenance, management, and administration of security devices protecting the Judiciary wide area data communications network (DCN) and the public access courts electronic records network (PACER), to include next-gen firewalls, traditional firewalls, IPS/IDS devices, remote access devices, and proxies. Working with and assisting support desks, circuits, courts, and AO program offices in troubleshooting connectivity issues related to security devices. Closely coordinating with ITSO, Security Operations Division to manage and maintain device signatures and rules on NextGen Palo Alto Firewalls, DCN and PACER traditional firewalls, IPS/IDS devices, proxies, remote access devices, and other security devices in order to mitigate threats and potential threats to the Judiciary networks. Performing cost analyses on network security equipment acquisitions, including hardware, operating systems, and software appliances. Providing network-related briefings to all levels of staff across the Judiciary. Developing proposed branch and division administrative controls, procedures, policies, and practices affecting the service and support to enterprise operations. Maintaining electronic and paper filing systems within the section, branch, and division. Producing manuals, guides, articles, and other materials. Coordinating and providing administrative and logistical support for branch- or division-sponsored meetings and programs, including for orientation and other training programs. Assisting upper management and the contracting officer's representative prepare acquisition packages and purchase orders, and reviewing invoices. Establishing regular information-sharing mechanisms to encourage collaboration with stakeholders, customers, and staff across the Judiciary.

Qualifications: Applicants must have demonstrated experience as listed below. This requirement is according to the AO Classification, Compensation, and Recruitment Systems which include interpretive guidance and reference to the OPM Operating Manual for Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions. Specialized Experience: Applicants must have at least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position. Specialized experience is demonstrated experience managing and maintaining security devices (NextGen, Palo Alto Firewalls, Web Application Firewalls, IPS/IDS devices, and VPN) on both wide and local area networks. Desired, but Not Required: Next-gen firewalls (Palo Alto preferred) Automation tools, scripting (Python preferred) Access Control Systems (Cisco ISE preferred)

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 12/16/2025 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12846996

Application Deadline: 2025-12-16