Information Technology/Assurance Specialist I (IT/IA) (TS, w/ SCI Eligibility) -

About the role

The Information Technology/Assurance Specialist I supports Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, including HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), and Military Compartments efforts. The role involves providing day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Responsibilities

• Establish complex operational software configuration controls and system interfaces for computer systems 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

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (4 years)
• 2 - 5 years related experience
• SAP Experience
• Prior performance in roles such as System or Network Administrator
• 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, Common Criteria, and System Security Policy as they relate to Assessments and Authorizations
• Working knowledge and current relevant experience with PL2 systems
• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
• TS, w/ SCI Eligibility
• Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

Qualifications

• Competitive salary for well qualified applicants
• 401(k) plan
• Annual performance bonus
• Certification and advanced degree attainment bonuses
• Student Loan / Tuition reimbursement
• Health Care Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Up to four weeks of paid vacation
• 11 Federal Holidays, and 3 Floating Holidays
• Team bonding events