IA) Specialist I

General Dynamics Information Technology•Colorado Springs, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The IT/IA Specialist I provides day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities. The role works within SAPs and supports information-system security, administration, configuration, authorization, and troubleshooting. The position is onsite in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with 40 scheduled weekly hours and 10–25% required travel. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and hold an active TS/SCI clearance; the ability to attain TS/SCI with a CI polygraph is required. The likely salary range is $82,195–$111,205, with actual pay based on experience, geographic location, and potentially contractual requirements.

Requirements

At least 2 years of related experience.
Prior performance in roles such as System Administrator or Network Administrator.
U.S. citizenship.
Must currently possess TS/SCI clearance and be able to attain TS/SCI with CI polygraph.
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2, Microsoft Exchange Server 2010/2016, Microsoft Windows 7/10 administration, and associated hardware.
Working knowledge of LAN and WAN technologies and data backup technologies, including COMSEC integration.
Working knowledge of the Risk Management Framework, Common Criteria, and System Security Policy as they relate to Assessments and Authorizations.
Working knowledge and current relevant experience with PL2 systems.
Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
IAT Level I or IAM Level I certification (such as A+, NET+) within 6 months of hire.
Bachelor’s degree, or an associate degree in a related area plus 2 years of experience, or equivalent experience (4 years).

Nice To Haves

SAP experience desired.

Responsibilities

Establish complex operational software configuration controls and system interfaces for assigned computer systems.
Maintain file servers, firewalls, network access, security monitoring systems, and system documentation.
Analyze and troubleshoot system anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance.
Prepare systems for operational use and support operational tests.
Review, prepare, and update authorization packages; notify the customer of changes that might affect authorization accreditation.
Conduct the cybersecurity portion of self-inspection checklists and provide technical and cybersecurity coordination for authorization-package evidence.
Identify vulnerabilities and implement countermeasures.
Ensure information systems and network appliances are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies and practices.
Administer, schedule, and configure video-teleconferencing systems.
Provide external information-system client support.
Create, change, and delete accounts across multiple authorization boundaries.
Perform help desk and troubleshooting activities.
Configure, upgrade, and modify hardware and software systems.
Perform system and network-appliance patching.
Provide support for government-issued laptops.
Assist with media control and accountability activities.
Perform COMSEC account and equipment management activities.