Information Technology/Assurance Specialist II

SYSTEM HIGH CORPORATION•Layton, UT

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The IT/Assurance Specialist II supports Department of Defense agencies and military compartment efforts across Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities. The role provides day-to-day information technology and assurance support for systems and networks operating in these environments, including system administration, cybersecurity, authorization, troubleshooting, and customer support.

Requirements

5–7 years of related experience.
Prior experience in roles such as System Administrator, Network Administrator, or Information Technology/Assurance Specialist.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (4 years).
Meet DoD Directive 8570.01-M certification requirements for Information Assurance Technician Level II or Information Assurance Manager II within six months of hire.
Current Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
Eligibility for access to Special Access Program information.
Willingness to submit to a counterintelligence 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.
Working knowledge and current relevant experience with PL2 systems.
Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience with PL3 and PL4 cross-domain solutions is desired.

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 equipment performs optimally.
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 and review and coordinate technical and cybersecurity matters for authorization-package evidence.
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 client support for external information systems.
Create, change, and delete accounts across multiple authorization boundaries.
Perform help-desk support and troubleshooting.
Configure, upgrade, and modify hardware and software systems.
Patch systems and network appliances.
Provide government-issued laptop support.
Assist with media control and accountability.
Manage COMSEC accounts and equipment.