Information Technology/Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist II - Aviano, Italy
About The Position
The IT/IA Specialist II provides day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities in Aviano, Italy. The role supports information systems and network appliances throughout their operational lifecycle, including configuration, authorization, security monitoring, maintenance, troubleshooting, and disposal in accordance with applicable security policies and practices. The specialist administers system and network configurations, prepares and updates authorization packages, coordinates technical and cybersecurity reviews of supporting evidence, identifies vulnerabilities, and implements countermeasures. The position also provides video-teleconferencing administration, external information system client support, help desk and laptop support, account management, media accountability, and COMSEC equipment and account management. This position requires a Top Secret/SCI clearance and SAP experience. The successful candidate will have at least five years of related experience, relevant information assurance certification, and experience in system or network administration or a related IT/assurance role. The role is onsite, scheduled for 40 hours per week, and requires 10–25% travel.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of related experience.
- SAP experience.
- Top Secret/SCI clearance required to start; must be able to attain TS/SCI with CI polygraph.
- U.S. citizenship required.
- IAT Level II or IAM II certification, such as Security+ CE or CCNA Security.
- Bachelor’s degree; or an associate degree in a related area plus 2 years of experience; or equivalent experience (4 years).
- 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, SCI Information Systems Security Standards, Common Criteria, and System Security Policy as they relate to assessment and authorization.
- Prior performance in roles such as System Administrator, Network Administrator, or IT/Assurance Specialist.
- Working knowledge and current relevant experience with PL2 systems.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with PL3 and PL4 cross-domain solutions.
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 when changes may affect authorization accreditation.
- Conduct the cybersecurity portion of self-inspection checklists.
- Review and provide technical and cybersecurity coordination on all Bodies of Evidence included in 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.
- Administer, schedule, and configure video-teleconferencing (VTC) systems.
- 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 support for government-issued laptops.
- Assist with media control and accountability activities.
- Perform COMSEC account and equipment management activities.
Benefits
- For US-based employees: medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts; dental plan options; vision plan; and a 401(k) plan with company match.
- Flexible work weeks where possible.
- Paid time off plans, 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, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.
- International assignments may include allowances, premium uplifts, and/or relocation or transportation benefits, depending on circumstances.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
