ACAS Administrator - DoW

INNOVIM; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

INNOVIM is seeking an ACAS Administrator to support NORAD on ITW/AA and Space Support NISSC III. Location is the Chidlaw Downtown Building in Colorado Springs, CO with no relocation or telework available.

The role requires an active DoD Secret clearance and offers a day shift with a salary of $90,000–$105,000 per year. The candidate will manage ACAS infrastructure and deliver security and compliance reporting to leadership.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of directly related ACAS/IT security experience.
• 4+ years of general work experience.
• Experience setting up, performing, and analyzing vulnerability scans with Tenable.
• Knowledge of IT systems security software, hardware, cloud, and server-client suites.
• Must meet DoD 8140.03 for System Administrator (451).

Responsibilities

• Support policy development and decision-making related to the organization's cybersecurity framework by identifying potential cybersecurity risks, effectively communicating concerns, and recommending solutions to enhance security measures within the strategic plan.
• Maintain and improve the organization's ACAS infrastructure, ensuring the implementation and ongoing operation of security systems and protocols.
• Review and implement security strategies for hardware, software, and network platforms to protect against cyber threats and intrusions.
• Generate and deliver detailed reports on ACAS compliance, cybersecurity posture, and system performance to senior leadership and IT/security stakeholders.
• Provide training and awareness programs on security protocols to ensure consistent understanding across teams.
• Conduct assessments of existing cybersecurity protocols within ACAS systems and identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Vulnerability scans

ACAS admin

DoD 8140.03

IT security

Cybersecurity

Policy development

Security awareness

Tools

Tenable

Job description

Description

INNOVIM is seeking an ACAS Administrator who supports North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) on the Integrated Tactical Warning/Attack Assessment (ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract II (NISSC III).

Location: Chidlaw Downtown Building in Colorado Springs, CO
Relocation Assistance: None available at this time
Remote/Telework: NO - Not available for this position
Clearance Type: Active DoW Secret Clearance
Shift: Day Shift

The candidate will:

• Support policy development and decision-making related to the organization's cybersecurity framework by identifying potential cybersecurity risks, effectively communicating concerns, and recommending solutions to enhance security measures within the strategic plan.
• Responsible for maintaining and improving the organization's ACAS infrastructure, ensuring the implementation and ongoing operation of security systems and protocols that safeguard critical information technology resources.
• Review and implement security strategies for hardware, software, and network platforms, ensuring robust protection against cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and potential intrusions that could compromise sensitive data or systems.
• Generate and deliver detailed reports on ACAS compliance, cybersecurity posture, and system performance to senior leadership and key stakeholders in IT and security teams.
• Act as a central point of knowledge-sharing and communication, providing training and awareness programs on the organization's security protocols, ensuring a consistent understanding of best practices across teams.
• Conduct assessments of existing cybersecurity protocols within ACAS systems, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing necessary upgrades or new solutions to strengthen the organization's cybersecurity defenses.
• Proactively perform risk assessments of current network hardware, software, and data delivery mechanisms to identify vulnerabilities, mitigate risks, and ensure the security and stability of the organization's infrastructure.

Basic Requirements:

• 2 years or more of directly related experience
• 4 years or more of general work experience
• Experience setting up, performing, and analyzing vulnerability scans with Tenable
• Knowledge of information technology systems security software, hardware, cloud, and server-client suites
• Must meet Requirements outlined in DoDM 8140.03 for System Administrator (451)

Desired Requirements:

• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills are crucial to conduct continuous assessments of network security measures and identify possible risks and provide risk prevention and mitigation.

This position is expected to pay $90,000-$105,000 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.

IDS is committed to providing superior work in the fields of science, engineering, data analytics and technology to government agencies. We offer competitive compensation packages, including comprehensive nationwide Medical/Dental/Vision insurance programs, life insurance, matching 401k contribution and Educational/Training support.

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