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Network Operations Lead - Direct Hire Authority

Department of the Air Force Headquarters · Department of the Air Force · Edwards AFB, California

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At a glance

A job with Department of the Air Force Headquarters in Edwards AFB, California. It pays $103,013$161,755 per year at grade DO-02. Applications close on Sep 28, 2026 — 12 days left.

Working pattern
Telework eligible
Who can apply
Open to the public
Clearance
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Main duties

  • Responsible for guiding a team in the daily operations of scientific networks, servers, client support administration, telecommunications, wireless communications, software license management and central computer facility.
  • Establishes performance standards and evaluates performance for the branch.
  • Provides professional competence in applying foundations of information technology in the support and management of network architectures that satisfy the laboratory's scientific research missions integrating DoD, Air Force, AFMC, AFRL, and local requirements to maximize and provide continuous, leading edge computing capabilities.
  • Helps manage and oversee network architecture planning, project schedules, software and hardware testing and integration, resource allocation, and IT project costs, including hardware and software requirements.
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About the role

The Air Force offers qualified applicants opportunities to be hired for certain occupations covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA). The use of DHA is a fast-track method of hiring applicants from the public with no prior federal status using a non-traditional method of recruitment.

To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Service's "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here.

What you will do

  • Responsible for guiding a team in the daily operations of scientific networks, servers, client support administration, telecommunications, wireless communications, software license management and central computer facility.
  • Establishes performance standards and evaluates performance for the branch.
  • Provides professional competence in applying foundations of information technology in the support and management of network architectures that satisfy the laboratory's scientific research missions integrating DoD, Air Force, AFMC, AFRL, and local requirements to maximize and provide continuous, leading edge computing capabilities.
  • Helps manage and oversee network architecture planning, project schedules, software and hardware testing and integration, resource allocation, and IT project costs, including hardware and software requirements.
  • Accomplishes additional duties as assigned to support the greater AFRL mission.

How you will be evaluated

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Documents you must provide

  • Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts.
  • You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable.
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What to expect next

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