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

About the role

The Information Technology / Information Assurance Specialist II supports Special Access Programs for Department of Defense agencies, including HQ Air Force, the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and Military Compartments efforts.

Responsibilities

• Establish complex operational software configuration controls and system interfaces for assigned computer systems.
• 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 systems for operational use and support operational tests.
• Perform hardware and software system configuration, upgrades, and modifications.
• Perform system and network appliance patching activities.
• Provide government-issued laptop support.
• Review, prepare, and update authorization packages.
• Conduct the cybersecurity portion of the self-inspection checklist.
• Review and provide technical and cybersecurity coordination on all Bodies of Evidence that make up the authorization package.
• Identify vulnerabilities and implement countermeasures.
• Ensure information systems and network appliances are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies and practices.
• Provide external information system client support.
• Perform account creations, changes, and deletions across multiple authorization boundaries.
• Perform help desk and troubleshooting activities.
• Perform Video-Teleconferencing system administration, scheduling, and configuration.
• Affiliate with media control and accountability activities.
• Affiliate with COMSEC account and equipment management activities.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience; or Associate degree and 7 years of relevant experience; or 9 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience: 5–7 years of related experience, including prior experience in roles such as System Administrator, Network Administrator, or Information Technology / Information Assurance Specialist.
• Certifications: IAT Level II or IAM Level II certification.