Information Systems Manager

Amentum•McLean, VA

3d•$150,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is seeking an Information Systems Manager to join our team and support our McLean, VA customer. We are looking for team members who are passionate about making a difference by working on critical efforts we manage as a premier government contractor. Here at Amentum, we are purpose-driven with a fierce commitment to deliver on our promises. We create trailblazing solutions, have unwavering integrity, and embrace inclusion and collaboration. Our team is excited to help customers solve todays and tomorrows problems, giving confidence and reassurance that together we’ll accomplish mission success. Performs IT functions such as design, analysis, evaluation, testing, debugging and implementation of applications programs supporting company business processes and operations. Analyzes, installs, acquires, modifies and supports operating systems, databases or utilities software upgrades and licenses. Plans, conducts and directs the analysis of business problems to be solved with automated systems. Analyzes, designs, acquires and implements projects for LAN and / or WAN systems. Plans, designs, acquires and implements telecommunications voice / wire systems. At higher job levels, may contribute to the development, testing, evaluation or design of system or infrastructure architecture used throughout the IT solution set. You enjoy providing mid-level management support while multitasking in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment and collaborating with stakeholders and other government agencies. One of your strong points is your eagerness to put customer needs at the forefront of your problem-solving. You are proactive in asking questions when you need more information to ensure customer needs are met in the most efficient way possible. As a team player, you thrive in helping your colleagues and look forward to supporting our customers professionally.

Requirements

At least 8+ years’ experience in network administration with Novell NetWare and/or Windows NT; 5+ years of relevant experience with Master’s degree.
Usually has 2+ years of experience leading, mentoring, and/or delegating the work of others.
At least 2 years of Information Assurance (IA) and Computer Network Defense (CND) experience
A thorough knowledge of networking principles to include internet protocols (primarily Novell NetWare and TCP/IP protocol suites) and operating systems, network hardware/software components and their use/configurations (NICs, transmission media, hubs, repeaters, bridges, routers, gateways), and knowledge of network diagnostic principles.
Ability to understand basic concepts (to include basic grammar concepts) and write technical copies of various document types
Familiarity with multiple word processing and presentation tools such as MS Word, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.
Security Clearance Required: Must have and maintain Active TS/SCI US Government Clearance with polygraph.
U.S. Citizenship is required to maintain a TS/SCI US Government Clearance with polygraph.
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in Computer Science/Engineering
At least 8+ years’ experience with a bachelor’s degree; 5+ years of relevant experience with master’s degree.
Possess one of the following certifications (higher levels of the listed certifications also qualify, such as a CCNP certification instead of a CCNA): DoD 8570 IAT II certification (which includes either a Security+, CCNA-Security, CySa+, GICSP, GSEC, CND, and/or SSCP certification)
DoD 8570 IAM II certification (which includes either a CAP, CASP+CE, CISM, CISSP (or Associate), GSLC, CCISO, and/or HCISPP certification)

Nice To Haves

Vendor certification (CNA, CNE, MCSE) desirable, but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of Information Assurance (IA) and Computer Network Defense (CND) functions which are broad in nature and support multi-tier IA and CND functions to include, but not limited to, systems engineer, audit/inspection, infrastructure support, certification and accreditation, vulnerability management, detection and response support services
Provide support for a program, organization, system, or enclave's information assurance program
Evaluates user needs and systems functionality, ensuring that the needs of individuals and projects are met in multiple software systems to include Maximo and Maxwell
Provide security certification test and evaluation of assets, vulnerability management and response, security assessments, and customer support
Maintain operational security posture for an information system or program to ensure customer information systems security policies, standards, and procedures are established and followed
Evaluate security solutions and assist in the management of information system security to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information.
Manage Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) document used in cybersecurity to track, manage, and remediate security weaknesses, vulnerabilities, and gaps identified in information systems
Perform vulnerability/risk assessment analysis to support certification and accreditation
Schedules upgrades and security backups of hardware and software systems
Provide configuration management (CM) for information system security software, hardware, and firmware
Prepare, review, and maintain documentation to include System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessment Reports, Certification and Accreditation (C&A) packages, System Requirements Traceability Matrices (SRTMs), and other user guides and technical publications.
Plans, develops and implements the budget, obtaining competitive prices from suppliers, where appropriate to ensure cost effectiveness
Ensures the smooth running of all systems, including anti-virus software, print services, and e-mail provision
Ensures that software licensing laws are adhered to
Ability to manage crisis situations, which may involve complex technical hardware and software problems
Writes reports / makes presentations to upper management on networking issues
Advises management personnel on new innovations / technologies and systems requirements
Manage inventory of IT equipment, including tracking assets, maintaining accurate records, coordinating procurement, and ensuring timely distribution and lifecycle management
Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.
Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.