IT Support Specialist Security Clearance

Position: IT Support Specialist with Security Clearance
Location: Crane
Job Description Ready for What's Next? Kratos Defense & Security Solutions develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions-always striving to do the right thing. This job is onsite at our office in Crane, Indiana.

GENERAL

JOB SUMMARY:

The IT Support Specialist will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of Kratos' computer systems. This position will manage the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hardware, software, and some networking components to maintain optimal performance and security. The role involves monitoring system activity, implementing upgrades, vulnerability management, and providing technical support to users. Collaboration with other IT staff and departments is essential to address technical issues and implement IT strategies aligned with business objectives.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

* Work support tickets and support IT projects for local office

Mitigate vulnerabilities from weekly report
* Manage new user setups
* Create/disable user accounts
* Create/modify/delete security groups
* Add/remove users to/from security groups
* Create/modify system folder structure
* Perform hardware/software installations and upgrades
* Report violations of corporate policies
* Ensure backup operations complete successfully
* Document processes for creation of departmental SOPs
* Support IT Manager with network & system configurations, functionality, and security

Get training (as needed) to support essential job functions
* Notify IT Manager of planned configuration changes to systems
* Participate in training to support essential job functions SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Experience and Skills Required Skills and Experience
* US Citizenship
* Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience, or 5 years of experience without a degree
* Secret security clearance desired, TS preferred
* Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
* Exceptional time management and flexibility
* Organized self-starter with minimal oversight
* Capability to work closely with multiple teams to accomplish tasks
* Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
* Dedicated to producing excellent solutions consistently
* Linux administration experience preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

In performing the work for this position, the employee must be able to:
* Perform work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time
* Sit for extended periods of time without leaving the work area
* Climb ladders and stairs in performing the work (rare)
* Walk for reasonable distances while performing work TRAVEL Occasional limited domestic travel may be required. #LI-AC1 #LI-Onsite Job Benefits
* Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage

* Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance

* 401(k) Savings Plan

* Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

* Paid Time-Off (PTO)

* Holidays

* Education Reimbursement