Information Management Assistant at U.S. Embassy South Africa

Supervisory Position: Yes

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No

Duties

The incumbent serves within the Information Resource Management (IRM) section and reports directly to the FS-02 IPO, and then the FE-OC IMO.  The incumbent provides technical support for all DoS networks, to include OpenNet, ClassNet and DIN.  The incumbent supervises the Communications and Audio/Visual Programs (CAP) office and its three technicians, as well as the four-person switchboard office. Performs strategic planning, ensures compliance, integrity, and security of all data and networks, and ensures that the team is operating against consistent standards and approved procedures. Coordinates and directs local IT staff in applying the configuration and security standards required for the implementation and running of the networks. Assists with budget planning, system and project planning and evaluating for the CAP and switchboard portfolios. Due to work location and duties, the incumbent requires a Top Secret and crypto clearance. 

May be required to perform other duties as assigned by the ISO, IPO or IMO.  On-call, after-hours and weekend work is required. 

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE:  Five years’ experience in the IT Field, specifically in IT Administration, software deployment, or network engineering. Must have at least one year experience supervising in the IT field.  

Education Requirements:

Mandatory: Two years college studies is required. 

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE:  English Level IV (Reading, Writing, Speaking) - This may be tested.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO):  The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Qualifications:

All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.