Telecommunications Specialist

Summary

120-day non-reimbursable assignment. The only compensation for this assignment is the federal salary you are already receiving. DHS Office of the Chief Information Officer/CORE Directorate Telecommunications Specialist Series Requested: 0391 Security Clearance: Secret Virtual/Remote: No Only current, full-time federal employees are eligible. Resumes are reviewed every 30 days until selection/closing date. This is a Detail, not a Developmental Rotation. Supervisory approval form must be signed.

Duties

• The Wireless Services Spectrum Manager is responsible for managing DHS's enterprise spectrum management and wireless communications program. The incumbent works closely with DHS components, federal agencies, and external partners to centrally coordinate DHS wireless communications, including commercially provided equipment, tactical and mobile communications, and systems supporting emergency response and disaster recovery. The role ensures optimal planning, design, development, implementation, and maintenance of radio frequencies and wireless systems to meet DHS mission requirements. Key responsibilities include facilitating collaboration among DHS components, federal agencies such as Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and other stakeholders for spectrum management initiatives. The incumbent builds and maintains relationships with internal and external stakeholders, headquarters components, and national/interagency committees to foster a collaborative environment. The Spectrum Manager represents DHS on the Interdepartmental Radio Advisory Committee (IRAC), NTIA subcommittees, and working groups. Technical leadership is provided in radio frequency assignments, interagency frequency coordination, interference resolution, and radio systems design from a spectrum planning perspective. Responsibilities include initiating and preparing new certification packages for spectrum dependent systems, as well as modifying existing certifications to meet the expanding wireless requirements of DHS components. Certification packages will be prepared in accordance with the Manual of Regulations for Federal Radio Frequency Management (Redbook) and submitted using the EL CID online (ECO) portal. The incumbent may also deliver prompt assistance to DHS radio spectrum users in resolving wireless interference issues, including research, investigation, and solution formulation in coordination with FCC and NTIA. This detail assignment offers an excellent opportunity to develop and enhance skills in spectrum management, achieve professional growth, build valuable relationships, and contribute to the success of DHS wireless communications and mission-critical operations.

Education

EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION: There is no educational substitution for this position.