IA) Specialist I

General Dynamics Information Technology•Albuquerque, NM

5d•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 supports authorization and accreditation, cybersecurity operations, system administration, network and hardware/software configuration, and user support for assigned information systems. The position is onsite in Albuquerque, New Mexico, requires a Top Secret/SCI clearance, and requires U.S. citizenship. Travel is 10–25%, and the scheduled workweek is 40 hours. The specialist maintains and secures systems and network appliances, prepares and updates authorization packages, reviews evidence and self-inspection checklists, identifies vulnerabilities, and implements countermeasures. The role also includes system troubleshooting, patching, account administration, help-desk support, video-teleconferencing administration, government-issued laptop support, media accountability, and COMSEC management. Candidates need at least two years of related experience. A bachelor’s degree is required, or an associate degree in a related area plus two years of experience, or equivalent experience totaling four years. An IAT Level I or IAM Level I certification (such as A+, NET+) is required within six months of hire. SAP experience is desired.

Requirements

At least 2 years of related experience.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Top Secret/SCI clearance is required to start; must be able to attain TS/SCI with CI polygraph.
Bachelor’s degree, or an associate degree in a related area plus 2 years of experience, or equivalent experience totaling 4 years.
IAT Level I or IAM Level I certification (such as A+ or NET+) required within 6 months of hire.
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 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in roles such as System Administrator or Network Administrator.
SAP experience.

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 customers when changes might affect authorization accreditation.
Conduct the cybersecurity portion of self-inspection checklists.
Review and provide technical and cybersecurity coordination on the Bodies of Evidence that make up authorization packages.
Identify vulnerabilities and implement countermeasures.
Ensure information systems and network appliances are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies and practices.
Perform video-teleconferencing system administration, scheduling, and configuration.
Provide external information-system client support.
Create, change, and delete accounts across multiple authorization boundaries.
Perform help-desk and troubleshooting activities.
Perform hardware and software system configuration, upgrades, and modifications.
Perform system and network-appliance patching.
Provide government-issued laptop support.
Assist with media control and accountability activities.
Perform COMSEC account and equipment management activities.

Benefits

Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts.
Dental plan options.
Vision plan.
401(k) plan with pre-tax and post-tax contributions and a company match.
Full flex work weeks where possible.
Paid time off, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, and paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
Short- and long-term disability benefits.
Life insurance.
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Personal accident insurance.
Critical illness insurance.
Business travel and accident insurance.