Information Technology/Information Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist II

Targeted Solutions, LLC; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Flexible holiday package

401K with 4% matching

Job summary

Targeted Solutions, LLC seeks an IT/IA Specialist II to support DoD agencies within SAPs, including HQ Air Force and OSD. You will provide day-to-day support for collateral, SCI, and SAP activities, overseeing configuration, security monitoring, and system operations across multiple boundaries.

The role requires 5-7 years of related experience, a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level II certification within 6 months. Current Top-Secret w/SCI eligibility is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5-7 years related experience.
• DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level II certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Establish complex operational software configuration controls and system interfaces for computer systems assigned.
• Maintain file servers, Firewalls, network access, Security Monitoring Systems and system documentation.
• 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 make up the authorization package.
• Identify vulnerabilities and implement countermeasures.
• Ensure information systems and network appliances are operated, maintained, and disposed of per security policies.
• 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.
• Hardware/Software System Configuration, upgrades and modifications.
• System and network appliance patching activities.
• Provide Government-Issued Laptop Support.
• Assist in Media Control & Accountability activities.
• Perform COMSEC account/equipment management activities.

Job description

Information Technology/Information Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist II

REQ: 26-J-1561

The IT/IA 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.

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 make up 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

MANDATORY EXPERIENCE:

• 5-7 years related experience
• Prior experience in roles such as System/Network Administrator or Information Technology/Assurance Specialists; SAP experience; TRAINING: DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level II (in lieu of IAT-Level II).

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (4 years)

Certifications:

• Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level II or Information Assurance Manager II within 6 months of the date of hire

Security Clearance:

• Current Top-Secret w/SCI eligibility
• Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

BENEFITS:

We offer a competitive compensation package including a generous PTO and Flexible holiday package, tax-free healthcare cost reimbursement, and an immediate vesting 401K with 4% matching.