IT Specialist (Systems Admin)

📍 San Antonio, Texas · 🏛 Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts · 💰 $75,776–$144,116 per year · 🎓 AD 00 · 🧭 Information Technology Management (2210) · ⏳ Closes Nov 16, 2026 · 5 days left · 🗓 Posted Nov 2, 2026
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Job details at a glance

AgencyAdministrative Office of the U.S. Courts
DepartmentJudicial Branch
LocationSan Antonio, Texas
Salary$75,776–$144,116 per year
GradeAD 00
ScheduleFull-time
Occupation seriesInformation Technology Management (2210)
Openings1
Hiring pathsInternal to an agency
PostedNov 2, 2026
Application deadlineNov 16, 2026
Telework eligibleYes
Remote jobNo
Security clearanceNot Required
Relocation expenses reimbursedNo
Promotion potential00
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About this job

This position is in the Department of the Chief information Technology Officer, Product Development Office (PDO), Mission Support System Division (MSSD), Case Management Branch (CMB). The CMB develops, modernizes, and maintains case management and related systems for federal appellate, district, and bankruptcy court judges and staff, probation and pretrial services officers, and federal defenders.

Duties

The Information Technology Specialist serves as System Administrator providing support in the architecture, management, and security of enterprise class virtual environments and systems. The incumbent is responsible for the administration, maintenance, security, operation, and support of systems that are managed by the PACER Development team in CMB. The incumbent will work under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Duties Include: Installing, configuring, maintaining, and supporting custom applications which reside on RedHat Linux host servers including databases (such as Inforrmix), data query/retrieval programs, reporting tools, internal support applications and public e-commerce applications. Administering routine software maintenance database upkeep, and application software installation and tuning; system troubleshooting and end-user support relative to supported applications and associated operating systems. Analyzing and monitoring application health, supporting custom integration points for enterprise applications, identifying risks and attacks, and actively mitigating potential issues and down time. Performing and documenting root cause analysis. Coordinating with internal and external staff regarding the configuration and hardening of systems and software in accordance with organizational standards, Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI_DSS), security best practices, and project requirements. Working with management and security team to coordinate vulnerability scans, audits, and assessments; ensure Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) are entered and tracked; performing vulnerability remediation tasks within defined risk level thresholds. Representing the branch as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) in regular security audits and assessments. Providing end user support as needed. Creating, reviewing, validating, and maintaining up-to-date procedural administration, operation and maintenance documentation. Providing after-hour on-call support for all systems and applications

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 secure Linux systems, and configuring, securing, and monitoring custom software applications.

Education

This position does not require education to qualify.

Requirements

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT All information is subject to verification. Applicants are advised that false answers or omissions of information on application materials or inability to meet the following conditions may be grounds for non-selection, withdrawal of an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed. Selection for this position is contingent upon completion of OF-306, Declaration of Federal Employment during the pre-employment process and proof of U.S. citizenship for competitive status positions or conversion to a competitive status position with the AO. If non-citizens are considered for hire into a temporary or any other position with non-competitive status or when it is confirmed by the AO Human Resources Office there are no qualified U.S. citizens for a competitive status position (unless prohibited by a law or statue), non-citizens must provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. and proof of entitlement to receive compensation. Additional information on the employment of non-citizens can be found at USAJOBS Help Center | Employment of non-citizens/. For a list of documents that may be used to provide proof of citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, please refer to Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. All new AO employees will be required to complete an FBI fingerprint-based national criminal database and records check and pass a public trust suitability check. New employees to the AO will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights/responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/. All new AO employees are required to identify a financial institution for direct deposit of pay before appointment. You will be required to serve a trial period if selected for a first-time appointment to the Federal government, transferring from another Federal agency, or serving as a first-time supervisor. Failure to successfully complete the trial period may result in termination of employment. If appointed to a temporary position, management may have the discretion of converting the position to permanent depending upon funding and staffing allocation.

Evaluations

We will review your resume and supporting documentation and compare this information to your responses on the occupational questionnaire to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job. If you meet the minimum qualifications for this job, we will evaluate your application package, to assess the quality, depth, and complexity of your accomplishments, experience, and education as they relate to the requirements listed in this vacancy announcement. You should be aware that your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification. If a determination is made that you have rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume and/or narrative responses, you will be assigned a rating commensurate to your described experience. Failure to submit the mandatory narrative responses will result in not receiving full consideration and/or rating credit. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you, withdrawing an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed.

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 11/16/2026 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/13094601

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Required documents

For this job announcement the following documents and/or information are required: Resume - Any written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications. Citizenship - Include country of citizenship on resume. Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) - All applicants outside of the AO must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 to verify current or former Federal employment status. Veterans Preference documentation - Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214), if applicable Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference (SF-15) and an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces, certifying to the veteran's present receipt of compensation.

What to expect next

After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and referral to the hiring official if determined qualified. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.

Other information

The AO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Frequently asked questions

How much does this IT Specialist (Systems Admin) job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $75,776–$144,116 per year (AD 00).

When is the last day to apply?

Applications close on Nov 16, 2026 — 5 days from today.

Where is this job located?

This position is located in San Antonio, Texas with the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts.

How do I apply?

Applications are submitted through the official announcement on USAJobs. Use the Apply button on this page to go to the official posting — this site never takes applications itself.

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