IA) Specialist II

GD Information Technology•Dayton, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Information Technology/Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist II works within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense agencies, including HQ Air Force, the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and Military Compartments efforts. The role provides day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and SAP activities. The position is onsite in Dayton, Ohio, and requires a Top Secret/SCI clearance, eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information, and willingness and ability to attain a CI polygraph. The specialist supports system configuration, administration, authorization, cybersecurity, and operational readiness. Duties include maintaining servers and security and network systems; troubleshooting and patching systems; preparing and maintaining authorization packages; identifying vulnerabilities and implementing countermeasures; supporting users and government-issued laptops; and administering video-teleconferencing systems. The position also performs account management, media accountability, and COMSEC activities. The likely salary range is $94,520–$127,880. Compensation is determined based on experience, geographic location, and possibly contractual requirements. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week and requires 10–25% travel.

Requirements

At least 5 years of related experience.
SAP experience required.
Prior performance in a role such as System Administrator, Network Administrator, or IT/IA Specialist.
Bachelor’s degree, or an associate degree in a related area plus 2 years of experience, or equivalent experience (4 years).
IAT or IAM Level II certification within 6 months of hire; examples include Security+ CE, CCNA Security, SSCP, and CySA+.
U.S. citizenship required.
Must possess a Top Secret/SCI clearance and be eligible for access to Special Access Program Information.
Must be willing and able to attain a 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, SCI Information Systems Security Standards, Common Criteria, and System Security Policy as they relate to Assessment and Authorizations.
Current relevant experience with PL2 systems.
Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience with PL3 and PL4 cross-domain solutions is 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.
Review and provide technical and cybersecurity coordination on all 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.
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 government-issued laptop support.
Assist with media control and accountability activities.
Perform COMSEC account and equipment management activities.