Information Assurance Technician

Information Assurance Technician

Requisition #: _COMPANY_1.3

Job Type: Full-time

Location:

Lackland Afb, TX 78236 US (Primary) Master at Arms - TX US

Category:
Information Systems

The Information Assurance Technician (IAT) is located at the NTTC Lackland AFB TX in the Information Technology (IT) Support Directorate (N6) and provides IT technical support for the NETC TRANET-U, the Navy and Marines Corps Intranet (NMCI), NTTC Lackland legacy computer equipment and Air Force computing environment as well as functions as one of the NTTC Lackland’s Information Assurance Officers (IAO) on both the Navy and Air Force systems.

The Information Assurance Technician works closely with NTTC Lackland and CENSECFOR N6 staff in the accomplishment of the daily workload. The IAT interfaces with 20 command staff, Air Force Communications Squadron personnel and student personnel to ensure IT training equipment is available and meets minimal DoD and DON standards for information security. Additionally, the IAT works closely with military, government civilians, and other contractors in support of the Navy and Marine Corps Internet (NMCI).

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in an approved program from an accredited University or baseline certification of CompTIA Security + (CE) (or equivalent)

Training and Experience
:

• A minimum of four (4) years in an information technology and security management capacity
Possess a valid state driver’s license
• Per DoD Manual 8140.03 (Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program and 22 SECNAV M-5239.2 (Cyberspace Information Technology and Cybersecurity Workforce Management and Qualification Manual). The following technical requirements apply to the incumbent functioning as a DoD Cyberspace Workforce Framework (DCWF) Code 411, Technical Support Specialist:
  • A minimum of four (4) years of experience in Information Assurance (IA) technology or a related field. o Documented experience in a Computing Environment (CE)
  • Capability to apply basic knowledge of IA concepts, practices, and procedures within the CE
  • Be capable of functioning under the direction of the CE Manager
  • Maintain Cyberspace IT and Cybersecurity Workforce (Cyber IT/CSWF) certification in accordance with DoD Manual 8140.03 (Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program)
  • Already possess minimum baseline certification as described in SECNAV M 5239.2 CompTIA Security+ CE or have attained an Bachelor’s Degree in an approved subject area,
  • Candidates must obtain and maintain the following certifications or qualifications:
    • Computing Environment Certification
    • Acquire CE certification or qualification as described by DoDM 8140.03 and SECNAV 5239.2M.
    • Maintain operating system (OS) and computing environment (CE) qualification as required. A valid training certificate or commercial certification is required as evidence. Update qualification or certification as OS and CE changes.
    • Meet the Continuous Education or Sustainment Training requirements as appropriate for the aforementioned certifications, currently 20 hours per fiscal year or what is required to maintain certification; whichever is greater.
• Additionally, the IAT must also:
  • Be competent in all phases of systems analysis techniques, concepts, and methods and knowledge of available system software, computer equipment, and the regulations, structure, techniques, and management practices of one or more subject-matter areas. Since input data usually come from diverse sources is responsible for recognizing probable conflicts and integrating diverse data elements and sources.
  • Possess general knowledge of the mission, objectives, terminology, and management practices in the activity, the agency, and the department to recognize probable areas of interaction and overlap between proposed applications and existing systems. Knowledge of state-of-the-art practices of data automation to advise on alternative approaches in application system development and/or problem resolution.
  • Possess knowledge of department, agency, command, and installation information processing procedures and standards as they relate to coordination of requirements, processing…