IA) Specialist II - Ramstein, Germany

General Dynamics Information Technology

20d•$93,662 - $100,625•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 at Ramstein, Germany. The role establishes and maintains operational software configuration controls and system interfaces, supports servers, firewalls, network access, security monitoring systems, and system documentation, and troubleshoots system anomalies to maintain equipment performance. It also prepares systems for operational use and testing, reviews and updates authorization packages, coordinates technical and cybersecurity review of authorization evidence, and identifies vulnerabilities and countermeasures. The specialist ensures information systems and network appliances are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies. Duties also include VTC system administration and scheduling, external information systems client support, account management across authorization boundaries, help desk support, hardware and software configuration and upgrades, system patching, government-issued laptop support, media control and accountability, and COMSEC account and equipment management. The position is onsite, has 40 scheduled weekly hours, and requires 10–25% travel. A Top Secret/SCI clearance is required to start, and the candidate must be able to attain TS/SCI with a CI polygraph. The likely salary range is $93,662–$100,625, with compensation depending on experience, location, and contractual requirements.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
At least 5 years of related experience.
SAP experience.
Prior performance in a role such as System Administrator, Network Administrator, or IT/IA Specialist.
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2, Microsoft Exchange Server 2010/2016, and 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.
IAT Level II or IAM II certification, such as Security+ CE or CCNA Security.
Top Secret/SCI clearance 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 (4 years).

Nice To Haves

Experience with PL3 and PL4 cross-domain solutions.

Responsibilities

Establish 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 may affect authorization accreditation.
Conduct the cybersecurity portion of self-inspection checklists.
Review and provide technical and cybersecurity coordination on Bodies of Evidence that comprise 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 VTC systems.
Provide external information systems 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.

Benefits

Medical plan options, including options with Health Savings Accounts.
Dental plan options.
Vision plan.
401(k) plan with the ability to contribute pre-tax and post-tax and receive a company match.
Flexible work weeks where possible.
Paid time off, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental leave, military leave, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave.
Short- and long-term disability benefits.
Life insurance.
Accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Personal accident coverage.
Critical illness coverage.
Business travel and accident insurance.
International assignments may include allowances, premium uplifts, and/or relocation or transportation benefits.