Information Technology/Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist II

General Dynamics IT; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics IT in Dayton, Ohio seeks an Information Technology/Information Assurance II to support Department of Defense Special Access Programs and related DoD agencies.

The role provides day-to-day support for Collateral, SCI and SAP activities, maintains security controls, reviews authorization packages, and coordinates cyber security across multiple domains.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience.
• US Citizenship required: Yes
• IAT or IAM Level II certifications within 6 months of hire (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, SSCP, CySA+ etc.)

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Thorough knowledge of Windows 2012R2 Server, Exchange 2010/2016, Windows 7/10 OS administration and hardware.
• Working knowledge of LAN/WAN technologies and data backup including COMSEC integration.
• Working knowledge of RMF, SCI information security standards, and cross-domain solutions

Skills

Information Security

Information Security Management

Information System Security

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in related area

IAT/IAM Level II within 6 months of hire

Tools

Windows Server 2012R2

Exchange Server 2010/2016

Windows 7/10 OS

LAN/WAN technologies

Job description

Type of Requisition

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required

None

Job Family

Cyber and IT Risk Management

Job Qualifications

Skills: Information Security, Information Security Management, Information System Security Certifications:

None Experience:

5 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description

The primary function of an Information Technology/Information Assurance II 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.

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.
• 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.

Experience

5+ years related experience.

SAP experience required.

Prior performance in roles such as System, Network Administrator or Information Technology/Information Assurance Specialists.

Education

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

Certifications

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

Clearance Required to Start

TS/SCI required.

Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information

Must be willing (and able) to attain CI Polygraph.

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The likely salary range for this position is $94,520 - $127,880. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Travel Required: 10-25%

T elecommuting Options: Onsite

Work Location: USA OH Dayton

Total Rewards at GDIT: 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 regular