Network/System Administrator II

P-11 Security, Inc. | SBA 8(a) Certified | EDWOSB; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

P-11 Security, Inc. is seeking a skilled IT professional to support SAP/SCI networks and classified environments for SMC Directorates and AFSPC units.

You will install, maintain, and secure Windows infrastructure, perform backups, and coordinate with program managers to ensure readiness for operational tests. The role requires 3–5 years of related experience including SCI or SAP exposure, a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and DoD certification compliance within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalent additional experience (4 years).
• DoD Directive 8570.01-M IA Technician Level 2 certification within 6 months of hire.
• Applicable Windows professional certifications.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, audit and support a secure MS Windows network environment and limited web/data application service.
• Maintain internet applications and protocols IP, TCP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, & SSL.
• Maintain file servers, Firewalls, network access, Security Monitoring Systems and system documentation as required.
• Interface with local customers and provide IT related support to quickly resolve problems.
• Analyze and troubleshoot system anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance.
• Perform periodic maintenance, hardware upgrades and replacement, firmware updates and system configuration changes.
• Perform scheduled tape backups on systems as required.
• Manage data backup library to include storage of tapes, disks and other magnetic media at the customer’s location and off-site storage facilities as required.
• Attend planning and requirements meetings with IT staff, Program Managers and customers as required.
• Prepare system for operational use and support operational tests.
• Provide technical guidance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related area

Tools

Windows Server administration

Microsoft Exchange Server

LAN/WAN technologies

Data backup technologies

COMSEC integration

DoD policy & standards familiarity

Job description

Description

The primary function is working with Special Access Program (SAPs) and other classified networks supporting SMC Directorates and/or AFSPC Operational Units. The position will provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Performance Shall Include

• Install, maintain, audit and support a secure MS Windows network environment and limited web/data application service
• Maintain internet applications and protocols IP, TCP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, & SSL
• Maintain file servers, Firewalls, network access, Security Monitoring Systems and system documentation as required
• Interface with local customers and provide IT related support to quickly resolve problems
• Analyze and troubleshoot system anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance
• Perform periodic maintenance, hardware upgrades and replacement, firmware updates and system configuration changes
• Perform scheduled tape backups on systems as required
• Manage data backup library to include storage of tapes, disks and other magnetic media at the customer’s location and off-site storage facilities as required
• Attend planning and requirements meetings with IT staff, Program Managers and customers as required
• Prepare system for operational use and support operational tests
• Provide technical guidance

Requirements

Experience

3 - 5 years total related experience, including minimum 2 years of relevant SCI or SAP experience. Minimum 1 years of SAP-related experience highly desired.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalent additional experience (4 years)

Certifications

• Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 2 within 6 months of the date of hire
• Applicable Windows professional certifications, based on OS requirements for supported organization.

Security Clearance

• Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
• Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

Other Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows 2000/2003/2007 Server, Microsoft Exchange Server 2003, Microsoft Windows XP/Vista 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 JAFAN 6/0, DCID/JAFAN 6/3, DCID/JAFAN 6/9, and Joint
• DODIIS/Cryptologic SCI Information Systems Security Standards, Common Criteria, and System Security Policy as they relate to C&A for Legacy systems
• Working knowledge and current relevant experience with PL1 & PL2 systems; experience with PL3 & PL4 cross domain solutions is a plus
• Must be familiar with security policy/manuals and the appropriate ICDs/JAFANs/DOD Manuals and other guiding policy documents
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Possess a high degree of originality, creativity, initiative requiring minimal supervision
• Requires travel within the organizational Area of Responsibility (AOR) (note - could be extensive, and will include both air and ground transportation)
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.