Information Technology​/Assurance; IT​/IA) Specialist II

Information Technology/Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist II

The primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs). 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-inspection’s checklist

• Review and provide technical and cyber security coordination on all Bodies of Evidence that makeup 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

Experience:

• 5+ years related experience

• SAP experience required

• Prior performance in roles such as System or Network Administrator, or IT/IA Specialists

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)

Certifications:

• IAT Level II or IAM Level II - within 6 months of hire (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, etc.)

Clearance Required to Start:

• TS/SCI required

• Must be able to Attain – TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

Other Requirements:

• 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, SCI Information Systems Security Standards, Common Criteria, and System Security Policy as they relate to Assessment and Authorizations.

• Working knowledge and current relevant experience with PL2 systems; experience with PL3 & PL4 cross domain solutions is desired.

• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.