Information Systems & Security Administrator (ISSA)

Chugach Alaska Corporation; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 119,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Chugach Government Solutions is seeking an Information Systems and Security Administrator for the on-site role in Linthicum, MD. You will manage IT systems, security programs, and accreditation activities to meet government and organizational requirements.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in IT/Systems, 5+ years in IT administration, and experience with UNIX/Linux, Active Directory, and SharePoint. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology/Systems or equivalent trade credential.
• 5+ years of Tier I/II IT System Administration experience.
• 2+ years in IT security administration or industrial security.
• Experience with UNIX/Linux, SharePoint, Active Directory.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary Administrator for network, hardware and software applications.
• Develop and manage an information security program and awareness.
• Review and oversee information security plans and accreditation.
• Ensure compliance with information security policies and procedures.
• Respond to outages and security incidents on a 24/7 basis.

Skills

IT System Administration

Active Directory

UNIX/Linux

SharePoint admin

Security+ CE

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in IT/Systems

Tools

SharePoint

UNIX/Linux

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

When you work at Chugach Government Solutions (CGS), you join a proud legacy of supporting missions while sustaining culture.

The federal division of Chugach Alaska Corporation, CGS has been supporting critical missions as a government contractor for over 25 years. Our focus is to support facility maintenance, IT/technical services, construction and education. We are proud to have built, and continue to foster, an incredibly talented team spanning across the globe in hundreds of different fields – each team member proud to serve our country with first-class business services, while also making a difference for our Chugach shareholders.

At CGS, empowering employees is a part of our core, and that focus is one of the ways we build and foster high-performing teams. We empower our employees through competitive compensation and benefits package, professional growth opportunities, truthful communication, and more!

If you are looking for an opportunity to serve something bigger than yourself; if you want your day job to be one that creates meaningful value; if you are looking for an environment that highly values employees and respects individual differences – then Chugach Government Solutions may be the right fit for you!

Position Location

This position is located on site in Linthicum, MD.

Job Overview

The Information Systems and Security Administrator is responsible to manage all aspects of information technology systems and security functions including, but not limited to, policies compliance/development, processes, audits, analysis, accounts management, incident reporting, training, accreditation facilitation and maintenance. The systems administration encompasses the setup, maintenance, configuration, installation, rebuild and updates of all computer hardware and software systems that make up or feed into the network. The security administration encompasses analyzing, organizing, planning, protecting and controlling all the security responsibilities of the program. The incumbent will recommend, implement, upgrade/change and ensure compliance with corporate and customer policies and procedures. The ISSA is available to respond to network outages, work stoppages and security/alarm issues on a 24/7 basis.

Work Model: Onsite/In-Office

Pay Rate: $118,626 - $128,626

Essential Job Duties

• Serve as primary Administrator for network, hardware and software applications.


• Possess a constant understanding and awareness of IT requirements in regards to organizational and customer mandates, policies and regulations.


• Develop, implement and manage a formal information security/information systems security program.


• Develop an information systems security, education, training and awareness program.


• Develop, implement and enforce information security policies and procedures.


• Review and oversee all information systems security plans/SSPS (certification/accreditation).


• Ensure adherence to established information security policies and procedures.


• Manage and coordinate information security inspections and incident response.


• Ensure proper protection and/or corrective measures have been taken when an incident or vulnerability has been discovered.


• Ensure all users have the requisite security clearances, authorization, need to know, and are aware of their security responsibilities before granting access to the IS.


• Perform risk assessments.


• Assures effective provisioning, installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware, software and related infrastructures.


• Add users to a network, assign and update permissions and provide full support to end users for all IT related requests.


• Manage the integrity of organizational servers, computer systems, mobile equipment and telecommunication networks, i.e. workstations, laptops, monitors, printers, projectors, poly-com/conferencing, and other audio visual equipment.


• Manage and coordinate with Property, site and corporate, the assignment, inventory, disposal and recycle of IT related property.


• Develop, organize, catalog, and maintain all product literature, SOPS and reference/technical manuals related to the systems and security functions and equipment.


• Act as SharePoint content contributor ensuring that all information stored or uploaded is compliant with corporate standards and policy guidelines.


• Research, analyze, and recommend new/replacement IT and communication related hardware and software equipment and services including review of infrastructure, providing preliminary analysis, approvals, requisitioning and monitoring/tracking of associated costs with the goal to organize and prioritize work flow to maximize inter-departmental efficiencies.


• Identifies process improvements and develops implementation plans.


• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with Government and internal customers.


• Works professionally and collaboratively with all contract and company personnel.


• Demonstrates initiative and problem solving skills to contribute to the successful completion of project initiatives and contract performance.


• Supports other department staff as needed or directed.


• May occasionally be required to operate Government and/or Wolf Creek-owned motor vehicles.


• Adheres to the established company safety personnel and standard operating procedures and policies.


• May supervise the activities of other employees as needed.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Mandatory

• U.S. Citizenship.


• Bachelor’s Degree or trade school certification in Information Technology/Systems.


• Combined five (5) years of experience working Tier I and Tier II IT System Administration, Remote Desktop Support, Active Directory, Microsoft Desktop Environments and Windows 7 or higher.


• Two (2) or more years of experience working in an IT security administrator capacity or industrial security administration, preferably in the government contracting industry.


• One (1) or more years of experience with UNIX and Linux based systems.


• Possesses or able to acquire CompTIA Security+ CE within 75 days of start date.


• SharePoint administrator experience creating, modifying, navigating and assigning access.


• Knowledge of all office, computer and audio equipment including, but not limited to, telephones, copy machines, fax machines, printers, computers, receivers, projectors, web cameras, conferencing equipment, etc.


• Enforce proper physical access controls and ensure proper security standards.


• Experience identifying, evaluating and addressing IT issues to meet current and future needs.


• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs.


• Knowledge of Government IT security requirements and processes.


• Familiarity with vendor communications and Service Level Agreements (SLA).


• Troubleshooting experience with use of hand tools and the ability to rebuild/refurbish/ diagnose/ image computers.


• Ability to deal with a variety of people in a professional, courteous manner in diverse situations.


• Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to draft policies and procedures and perform presentations and training.


• Mature judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision.


• Ability to pass pre-hire background and drug screen.


• Ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate level intelligence community clearance.


• Possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with a good driving record.


• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Disclosures

Chugach Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic factors, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Chugach will provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Chugach Government Solutions or any of its subsidiaries, please email [e-mail].

Chugach Government Solutions supports pay transparency and is committed to equitable and competitive compensation practices. Compensation for this role will be determined based on factors including job responsibilities, experience, skills, internal equity, geographic location, and applicable contract requirements. Where required by law, compensation ranges will be provided to candidates during the hiring process.