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

Targeted Solutions, LLC; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Flexible holiday package

401K with 4% matching

Tax-free healthcare cost reimbursement

Job summary

Targeted Solutions, LLC seeks an IT/IA Specialist II to support DoD SAP environments, providing day-to-day operations for Collateral, SCI, and SAP activities. The role includes configuring systems, administering VTC, and assisting with authorization packages and COMSEC management.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of related experience, DoD IAM II training, and a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Top-Secret with SCI eligibility is preferred; travel may be required.

Qualifications

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

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 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

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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

REQ: 26-J-0217

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.