IT/IA Analyst - IBDSS II

Full-time, on-site position in Huntsville, AL. Active DoD SECRET clearance required. U.S. citizenship mandatory. Occasional CONUS/OCONUS travel as mission dictates.

About the role

Performs functions of a qualified IT/Cyber Analyst, providing mission support for multiple Force Protection Systems (FPS) Family of Systems (FOS) on the IBD-SS program, supporting the Warfighter. The successful candidate will maintain system compliance, ensure Information Assurance (IA) requirements are met, and provide technical and administrative support for software (SW) and systems.

Responsibilities

• Interpret, analyze, and report all events and anomalies in accordance with computer network directives, including identifying patterns indicative of broader system interactions.
• Work with systems that have mission, bandwidth, environmental, or security constraints; explain how those constraints affect decision making.
• Describe how cybersecurity plans, controls, processes, standards, policies, and procedures align with cybersecurity standards.
• Provide strong technical troubleshooting and effective solutions to end users.
• Develop and follow established procedures to install software and maintain systems.
• Perform system administration tasks ensuring compliance with DISA (Defense Information Systems Agency) security policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoot system and software issues, identify root causes spanning multiple system components, and provide technical support to end users.
• Track software license requirements to ensure timely renewal and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Analyze and evaluate systems and software to ensure compliance with established configurations and IA standards; assess how configuration changes influence overall system performance.
• Perform quality assurance (QA) reviews of specifications and deliverables, ensuring compliance with requirements for both internal and external delivery.
• Develop, prepare, and update documentation for all process functions, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Track and manage software issues and bugs, ensuring proper resolution through established tracking processes.
• Ensure systems and software meet Information Assurance (IA) compliance requirements through proper review and validation.
• Conduct software composition analysis to identify vulnerabilities and ensure software integrity.
• Maintain SW/FW Use Matrix (Software/Firmware Use Matrix) to track approved versions and ensure authorized usage across systems, with attention to cross-system version dependencies.
• Support Configuration Control Board (CCB) activities, including reviewing and documenting changes to systems and software.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify compliance gaps, propose corrective actions, and ensure successful implementation of solutions.
• Manage system and software installations while maintaining established configuration and compliance standards.

Requirements

• BS/BA in a related field. Four years of additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the degree.
• Five years’ experience with the Army IA process including the application of STIGs and supporting/implementing the A&A process (nine years without a qualifying degree).
• Active DoD SECRET clearance.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to travel CONUS/OCONUS as determined by mission requirements.

Skills

• Knowledge of IA compliance requirements (e.g., DISA STIGs, NIST 800-53 controls) and their application to systems and software.
• Familiarity with software license tracking and management.
• Experience conducting QA reviews of technical specifications and deliverables.
• Ability to maintain and update documentation for process functions related to IT and IA.
• Familiarity with Configuration Control Board (CCB) processes and collaboration with stakeholders.
• Experience with system administration specific to DISA compliance.
• Strong understanding of change management principles and their application within technical environments.
• Exceptional organizational skills for records and documentation management.
• Strong coordination and communication skills for working with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus: up to $1,500.
• Referral bonus: $500.

About Semper Valens Solutions

Semper Valens Solutions, Inc. (SVS) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing cost-effective software and systems engineering, field support, training, and full life-cycle support management to the DOD and VA community. Our vision is to remain a creative, cutting-edge, and cost-effective solutions provider where shared intellect, industry experience, and technology excellence make a positive difference in our customer's success. Our solutions help bridge the gap between IT and business prioritizations to optimize budgets, risks, and operational processes.