IT/Network Support Specialist

Systems Planning & Analysis; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mid-Level IT/Network Support Specialist to join their dynamic team. This role involves supporting cutting-edge cybersecurity initiatives and system engineering for national defense projects. With a commitment to innovation and collaboration, you will work alongside talented professionals to develop solutions that matter. This position offers unique challenges and opportunities for growth within a supportive environment. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make a difference in national security, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in IT with a focus on cybersecurity.
• Active TS/SCI clearance or eligibility is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical projects with emphasis on cybersecurity development.
• Support system network and administration for mission systems.

Skills

Cybersecurity Development

System Engineering

Software Engineering

Effective Communication

Contingency Planning

Network Security Analysis

Researching Threats

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT-related discipline

Master's degree or additional experience

Tools

Java

Python

C++

Kubernetes

Azure

Cloud Computing

Job description

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Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With more than 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the U.S. and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA strives to be a value-added, objective, responsive, and trusted partner and premier provider.

The Space and Intelligence (S&I) Division provides engineering services and analytic support to the Air Force, Space Force, Combatant Commands, the Intelligence Community, and NASA. Our work includes systems engineering and integration, test planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging, high-priority National Defense needs, and assessing and developing cutting-edge computer-based solutions, advanced technologies, and progressive capabilities.

SPA has an immediate need for highly qualified Mid-Level (Journeyman) IT/Network Support Specialists to support our new U.S. Space Force, Space Systems Command Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power (SDA&CP) and Battle Management Command, Control, and Communications (BMC3) Support Services contract (Hemisphere) in multiple locations including El Segundo, CA, and Colorado Springs, CO.

Travel is not anticipated but could occur less than five percent of the time on an occasional and irregular basis, limited to domestic locations.

Responsibilities

We are seeking multiple candidates at the Mid- or Journeyman Level for the following positions:

• Cyber Engineers in El Segundo, CA
• Computer/Network System Engineers in El Segundo, CA
• Digital & Software Engineers in El Segundo, CA
• Power BI Platform Developers in Colorado Springs, CO
• Software Engineers in El Segundo, CA
• Lead Software Engineers in El Segundo, CA and Colorado Springs, CO
• Principal Software Systems Engineers in El Segundo, CA

The Mid-Level (Journeyman) IT/Network Support Specialists supporting cybersecurity should have:

• Knowledge in managing technical projects with emphasis on cybersecurity development, cyber integration, system (network) engineering, requirements development, software engineering, and algorithm design.
• Experience with DoD and U.S. Military policies.
• Effective communication skills with leadership, stakeholders, and industry communities.
• Knowledge of interfacing with the cyber and DoD Intelligence Community.
• Experience in contingency planning, testing, and validation for information system security.
• Experience integrating cybersecurity into mission systems.
• Experience supporting cyber tools development for cyber operators.
• Experience collaborating with mission partners to develop solutions.
• Familiarity with modern C5ISRT systems in the DoD.
• Experience working within classified environments to meet warfighter needs.
• Knowledge of system (network) engineering, technology development, government acquisitions, and space and intelligence systems.
• Ability to evaluate cyberspace products for rigor, adequacy, and completeness.

The Mid-Level (Journeyman) IT/Network Support Specialists providing System Network and Administration support should have:

• Knowledge in system (network) engineering, technology development, government acquisitions, and space and intelligence systems.
• Experience with DoD and U.S. Military policies.
• Experience with intelligence mission systems.
• Effective communication skills with leadership, stakeholders, and development/industry communities.
• Experience in researching and reporting on threats.
• Experience developing and executing network security analyses based on RMF guidelines.
• Knowledge of classified system (network) engineering processes and procedures, including ATO.
• Ability to organize and conduct security support operations.
• Expertise in WAN architecture planning and design.
• Knowledge of ITSM and system requirements development.
• Experience with space control, ground operations, and C2 systems.

Qualifications

Required:

• U.S. Citizen
• Active TS/SCI clearance or eligibility
• Bachelor's degree in an IT-related discipline with at least 10 years of relevant experience

Desired:

• Experience in U.S. Air Force or Space Force IT/Network environments
• Knowledge in Space Domain Awareness and related fields
• Master's degree or additional experience
• Certifications such as PMP, CISSP, Security+
• Skills in Java, Python, C++, Kubernetes, Azure, Cloud Computing
• Current CI polygraph or willingness to obtain one

We offer a competitive salary range of $130,000 - $200,000, along with benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.