Information Technology / Information Assurance (IT / IA) Specialist II

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : Up to $54.90 / hourly

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.

Performance shall include :

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-inspections 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

MANDATORY EXPERIENCE :

5-7 years related experience

Prior experience in roles such as System / Network Administrator or Information Technology / Assurance Specialists; SAP experience; TRAINING : DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level II (in lieu of IAT Level II).

Education :

Bachelors degree or equivalent experience (4 years)

Certifications :

Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level II or Information Assurance Manager II within 6 months of the date of hire

Security Clearance :

Current Top-Secret w / SCI eligibility

Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information

Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

BENEFITS :

We offer a competitive compensation package including a generous PTO and Flexible holiday package, tax-free healthcare cost reimbursement, and an immediate vesting 401K with 4% matching.

COMPENSATION : Up to $54.90 / hr