Personnel Computer Support Technician (Antarctica) R8691

Personnel Computer Support Technician (Antarctica) Job ID R8691 Job Location Charleston, SC Category It technical support Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time The Personnel Computer Support Technician conductsputer systems hardware and software maintenance, configuration management, inventory, and reporting. Ensures applicable security policy is implemented in accordance with established procedures. Works with other maintenance and engineering personnel to diagnose problems, implement configuration changes, update systems, and test patches, and troubleshootputer hardware, software, and peripherals. Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holdingpany with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government andmercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental - Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays. As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and ads to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to obtain a customer clearance for access to facilities, equipment and property. CompTIA Security+ Must be able to perform job duties in extreme, cold, dark, work environments. Required to Physically Qualify (PQ) in accordance with the USAP requirements for deployment to Antarctica. Must pass medical and dental examination prior to deployment; expenses are reimbursable Broad knowledge of data sources, data flow, systems interactions, advancedputer equipment and software applications, and advanced systems design techniques. Proficient knowledge and understanding of a variety of concepts, practices and procedures related toputer systems and applications. Ability to analyze and developplex design objectives. Proven ability to perform in an advisory capacity and to make rmendations for resolving issues. Excellentputer skills with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Windows/Office. Solid analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and writtenmunication skills. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Required travel to Antarctica six (6) months a year or on a rotational basis with IT team. Performs the necessary IT services in support of the USAP to include. Information Systems/Information Assurance (IS/IA) configuration requirements and policy prepared by the

NSF, NIWC

Atlantic or higher-level authority shall be maintained. Performs IT installation, maintenance and life-cycle support of program and project unique equipment,puter applications and associatedputer hardware, software, and peripheral equipment. Performs infrastructure and desktop updates for NPP and USAP Systems as required. Performs technical support in the installation of program/project unique IT systems/equipment hardware, software, sensors, and associated peripherals. Support will include but not be limited to: Provides technical assistance in preparation of IT project installation technical documentation, conducting pre and post installation operational tests. Performsputer hardware and software installation and operational verification testing; modifies and/or updates special purposeputer programs; and performs system/equipment operational testing. Provides maintenance support for IT systems located at Charleston, South Carolina, Christchurch, New Zealand, McMurdo Station, Antarctica and other locations as required. Supports shall include development and/or review of IT system/equipment maintenance schedules and procedures. Conducts system/equipment diagnostic tests,puter troubleshooting and fault isolation,puter equipment repair, removal, and replacement as necessary. Performs system/equipment hardware and software life-cycle support to include participating in design requirements, performing system/equipment upgrades, updating and maintaining system/equipment hardware and software configuration data. Assists in the procurement of new systems/equipment, providing user/operator initial and refresher training, and assisting in the retirement and disposal of systems/equipment. Performs necessary support services to ensure hardware and software remainpliant with all federal guidelines. Performs remediation for vulnerabilities or nonpliance items as required. Performs after-hours support for NPP remote operational systems in support of aviation operations for the Charleston based meteorology data gathering and processing systems as necessary. Investigates and assesses existing, new, and emerging technologies which may include applications,munications, data processing, data storage and retrieval, data backup and restore, storage and network architectures as requested by the sponsor. Provides the following engineering and Data integration support: a. Engineering and data integration support to include base line configuration of servers, creation of documentation for software management, creation of application specific training materials for operating systems and development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) (CDRL A001). b. Integration of web development and support of any current or future web-based projects.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or GED and one (1) year of experience to include: UNIX and Windows based operating system, and virtual environments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is primarily performed in an office/warehouse setting. Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Regularly required to reach with hands and arms, occasionally above head. Regularly required to twist at the waist, climb and descend stairs while carrying objects. Ability to speak and hear. Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. Regularly lifts and/or moves up to twenty-five pounds, and occasionally lifts and/or moves up to fifty pounds. Works near moving mechanical parts. Regularly exposed to general office and general office machinery noise. May be exposed to warehouse, truck or forklift noise. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable amodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. EOE including Disability/Vet CNI offers aprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical Dental Vision 401(k) Family Planning/Fertility Assistance STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D Legal-Aid Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Time Off (PTO) - (11) Federal Holidays Training and Development Opportunities Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).