Information Technology​/Assurance; IT​/IA Specialist Ill

Job Title

Information Technology/Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist III

General Dynamics Information Technology

General Dynamics is seeking an IT Assurance Specialist for a newly awarded program with a 10+ year lifespan. Primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Military Compartments efforts. The position will provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

• 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.

• Job Qualifications:
  
  Information Security, Information Security Management, Information System Security.
• 8+ years related experience.
• 2+ years SAP experience required.

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

• IAT Level II - required within 6 months of hire (examples: Security+ CE, CCNA Security, etc.).
• Other certifications:
  Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Security, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, GICSP, GSEC.

• TS/SCI required.
• Must be able to attain TS/SCI with CI Polygraph.

• Type of Requisition:
  Regular.
• Scheduled Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  40.
• Travel Required:
  
  None.
• Telecommuting Options:
  Onsite.
• Work Location:
  
  USA - Texas – San Antonio.

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post‑tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.

To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long‑term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans