IA) Specialist II

General Dynamics Information Technology•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

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. The role works within SAPs and supports the secure operation, maintenance, configuration, and authorization of information systems and networks. Duties include system administration and troubleshooting, authorization package maintenance, vulnerability remediation, technical cybersecurity coordination, and support for users, equipment, and communications security activities. The position is onsite in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and requires a Top Secret/SCI clearance to start, with the ability to attain a Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph. The role requires at least five years of related experience, including SAP experience. A bachelor's degree, an associate degree plus two years of experience, or equivalent experience is required. IAT Level II or IAM Level II certification is required within six months of hire. The role is scheduled for 40 hours per week and requires 10–25% travel.

Requirements

At least 5 years of related experience.
Special Access Program (SAP) experience.
Prior performance in roles 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 Level II or IAM Level II certification within 6 months of hire (examples include Security+ CE and CCNA Security).
Top Secret/SCI clearance required to start; must be able to attain Top Secret/SCI with CI Polygraph.
U.S. citizenship required.
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 assessments and authorizations.
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 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.
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, including options with Health Savings Accounts.
Dental plan options.
Vision plan.
401(k) plan with pre-tax and post-tax contribution options and company match.
Flexible 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 coverage.
Personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance.