Assurance Specialist

Watermark Risk Management International•Dayton, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The IT/IA primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Military Compartments efforts. The position will provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Requirements

5 - 7 years related experience
Prior performance in roles such as Systems Administrator, Network Administrator or Information Technology/Assurance Specialist
Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalent experience (4 years) OR Associates plus 2 years of equivalent experience
IAT or IAM Level II - within 6 months of hire (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, SSCP, CySA+ etc.)
Active DOD TS/SCI Clearance
Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows 2012R2 Server, Microsoft Exchange Server 2010/2016, Microsoft Windows 7/10 operating systems (OS) administration and associated hardware.
Working knowledge of Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) technologies and data backup technologies to include communication security (COMSEC) integration
Working knowledge of 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; experience with PL3 & PL4cross domain solutions is desired
May be required to move equipment/files weighing up to 50 pounds
Requires ability to consistently perform repetitive tasks including filing and scanning
May require sedentary work at least 50% of the time
Reports to a physical location which occasionally requires the ability to traverse between buildings
Ability to manage stress with a high degree of maturity/professionalism
Demonstrated critical thinking and leadership skills and the ability to work well with others
Effective verbal and written communication skills
All Level I & Level II positions - candidate should possess some Special Access Program (SAP) experience

Nice To Haves

experience with PL3 & PL4cross domain solutions is desired

Responsibilities

Establish complex operational software configuration controls and system interfaces for computer system(s) assigned
Maintain file servers, Firewalls, network access, Security Monitoring Systems and system documentation as required
Analyze and troubleshoot system anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance
Prepare system for operational use and support operational tests
Review, prepare, and update authorization packages
Notify customer when changes occur that might affect authorization accreditation
Conduct cybersecurity portion of the self-inspection’s checklist
Review and provide technical and cyber security coordination on all Bodies of Evidence that make-up the authorization package
Identify any and all 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 VTC System Administration, Scheduling, & Configuration
Provide External Information System(s) Client Support
Perform account creations, changes, & deletions on multiple authorization boundaries
Perform Help Desk & troubleshooting activities
Perform Hardware/Software System Configuration, upgrades and modifications
Perform system and network appliance patching activities
Provide Government-Issued Laptop Support
Assist in Media Control & Accountability activities
Perform COMSEC account/equipment management activities
Additional duties as assigned