IT Specialist

Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD); Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) seeks an IT Lead to oversee IT operations for multiple programs. The role requires expert knowledge of IT security policies and data management, with the ability to manage complex infrastructure across various security levels.

The incumbent must hold an active DoD Top Secret clearance (SSBI/Tier 5) with SCI eligibility and pursue DoD 8140 Advanced 451 System Administrator certification within six months, plus DoD 8570.01 Operational

Qualifications

• Experience with IT security policies and data management best practices.
• Ability to generate and manage highly complex IT infrastructure across multiple security levels.
• Willingness to travel periodically for cybersecurity operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as IT Lead for one or more programs.
• Manage infrastructure and IT requirements across security levels.
• Ensure compliance with DoD security policies and contracting requirements.

Skills

IT security

Infrastructure Management

Security policy compliance

Job description

Position Description
The incumbent will serve as an IT Lead for one or more programs. The incumbent is a senior specialist in a field such as Facilities and Equipment Operations, Logistics, Quality Assurance, Information Technology, and/or in other similar areas, and can generate and manage highly complex infrastructure and IT requirements across multiple security levels. The incumbent has expert knowledge in Information Technology security policies and constraints and is familiar with facilities contracting requirements and configuration and data management best practices. The individual assigned to the billet must currently hold an Active DOD Top Secret security clearance based upon a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) or Tier 5 with the ability to obtain an SCI. The candidate should currently possess or obtain a DoD 8140 certification as an Advanced 451 System Administrator within the first six months of employment as well as DOD 8570.01 Operational System Certification; able to travel periodically in support of the organizations’ cybersecurity operations and cyber-thrusts.