IT Specialist (Server Administrator)

JobSummary

This is a full-time position with the Information Technology Office at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C. Closing Date: Friday, 04/24/2026, 11:59 PM ET Please note that this vacancy has a limit of 200 applicants. The job opportunity announcement will automatically close if that limit is reached prior to the closing date.

LowGrade

11

HighGrade

13

PromotionPotential

13

OrganizationCodes

JL/JL01

Relocation

False

HiringPath

• public

MCOTags

TotalOpenings

1

AgencyMarketingStatement

TravelCode

1

ApplyOnlineUrl

https://apply.usastaffing.gov/Application/Apply

DetailStatusUrl

https://apply.usastaffing.gov/Application/ApplicationStatus

MajorDuties

• The Senior Server Administrator, Special Operations position within the Office of Information Technology is responsible for the design development implementations and support of all hardware and software platforms used to facilitate automated systems within the United States Supreme Court. The incumbent is responsible for the following subsystems: server architecture, mail system architecture, virtual desktop systems architecture, and the data retention architecture. The incumbent also supports the integration of all software applications developed for use within the Court, and software products and assets for the monitoring and protection of the underlying infrastructure into the server architecture. The duties of a Server Administrator include the following: Monitor, maintain and perform upgrades of the hardware, software and operating system of the equipment under the scope of the Server Administration department. This is the primary responsibility of all Server Administrators to keep the server environment running and operational as close to 24/7/365 as feasible. Patch testing and upgrades are performed in a computer lab that mirrors the production systems where possible. Technologies include RedHat derived Linux distributions, VMWARE Server and Desktop virtualization, and fault tolerant rack mount server hardware. Participate in the after-hours support rotation, which involves responding to Tier 1 escalations and automated server alerts as needed to keep systems operational and available. After hours support is handled by one (1) administrator for one (1) week before rotating to the next administrator. The number of weeks and holidays each year is divided as evenly as possible between all administrators. Perform upgrades of existing technology and installation of new technologies. The higher grades of the position will perform research, design and introduction of new technologies under management supervision. Occasional travel to training classes, conferences and the other local locations that house server administration equipment.

Education

A Bachelor's degree in the field of computer science is required or equivalent years of experience working in the server administration field may be substituted for a college degree.

Requirements

Evaluations

We will review and assess your application package in comparison with the posted qualifications for the position.

HowToApply

You must upload the cover letter and resume. These two documents documents are required and must be received by the closing date, 04/24/2026, in order to be considered. Please submit only these documents unless you have prior federal and/or military experience. In that case your most recent SF-50, Statement of Service, and/or DD-214 will also be required. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJobs account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJobs resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJobs account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJobs account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account or your application will be incomplete.

WhatToExpectNext

Upon submission, you will receive an e-mail acknowledging receipt of your application. Please be advised that your application will not be considered complete unless all of the required documents have been received. All applicants will be notified once a selection has been made.

RequiredDocuments

The following documents are required: A cover letter A resume

Benefits

BenefitsUrl

https://www.usa.gov/benefits-for-federal-employees

OtherInformation

Working for the Supreme Court of the United States offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Additional benefits include flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and the SmartBenefits transit subsidy.

KeyRequirements

WithinArea

False

CommuteDistance

0

ServiceType

02

AnnouncementClosingType

03

AnnouncementClosingTypeOption

200

AgencyContactEmail

hr@supremecourt.gov

AgencyContactPhone

(202) 479-3404

SecurityClearance

Not Required

DrugTestRequired

False

AdjudicationType