Information Technology/Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist I
About The Position
The primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs). The position will provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities. Performance shall include establishing complex operational software configuration controls and system interfaces for computer system(s) assigned, maintaining file servers, Firewalls, network access, Security Monitoring Systems and system documentation as required. The role involves analyzing and troubleshooting system anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance, preparing systems for operational use and supporting operational tests, and reviewing, preparing, and updating authorization packages. The specialist will notify the customer when changes occur that might affect authorization accreditation, conduct the cybersecurity portion of self-inspections, and review and provide technical and cyber security coordination on all Bodies of Evidence that makeup the authorization package. Responsibilities also include identifying and implementing countermeasures for vulnerabilities, ensuring information systems and network appliances are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies and practices, and performing Video-Teleconferencing VTC System Administration, Scheduling, & Configuration. Additionally, the role provides External Information System(s) Client Support, performs account creations, changes, & deletions on multiple authorization boundaries, and handles Help Desk & troubleshooting activities. Other duties include Hardware/Software System Configuration, upgrades and modifications, system and network appliance patching activities, providing Government-Issued Laptop Support, assisting in Media Control & Accountability activities, and performing COMSEC account/equipment management activities.
Requirements
- Top Secret/SCI clearance must currently be possessed
- Top Secret SCI + Polygraph clearance must be obtainable
- 2+ years of related experience
- Prior performance in roles such as System or Network Administrator
- Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows 2012R2 Server, Microsoft Exchange Server 2010/2016, Microsoft Windows 7/10 operating systems (OS) administration and associated hardware
- Working knowledge of Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) technologies and data backup technologies to include communication security (COMSEC) integration
- Working knowledge of 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
- Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- SAP experience desired
- IAT Level I or IAM Level I certification - within 6 months of hire (A+, NET+, etc.)
Responsibilities
- Establish complex operational software configuration controls and system interfaces for computer system(s) assigned
- Maintain file servers, Firewalls, network access, Security Monitoring Systems and system documentation as required
- Analyze and troubleshoot system anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance
- Prepare system for operational use and support operational tests
- Review, prepare, and update authorization packages
- Notify customer when changes occur that might affect authorization accreditation
- Conduct cybersecurity portion of the self-inspections’ checklist
- Review and provide technical and cyber security coordination on all Bodies of Evidence that makeup the authorization package
- Identify any and all 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 VTC System Administration, Scheduling, & Configuration
- Provide External Information System(s) Client Support
- Perform account creations, changes, & deletions on multiple authorization boundaries
- Perform Help Desk & troubleshooting activities
- Perform Hardware/Software System Configuration, upgrades and modifications
- Perform system and network appliance patching activities
- Provide Government-Issued Laptop Support
- Assist in Media Control & Accountability activities
- Perform COMSEC account/equipment management activities
Benefits
- Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
- Dental plan options
- Vision plan
- 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
- Full flex work weeks where possible
- Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Paid military leave
- Paid bereavement leave
- Paid 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
