Senior IT System Administrator with Security Clearance

Integral Federal, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Insurance (Short/Long Term)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Bonuses & Awards

Professional Training Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Integral Federal, Inc. is seeking a Senior IT System Administrator to manage the JWICS environment for US Army divisions and a Special Projects Office.

The role emphasizes RMF execution, documentation, eMASS, and continuous monitoring under DoD security requirements. The ideal candidate will hold a BA/BS with 5+ years applying RMF to DoD IT systems and possess current DoD 8570-8140 compliant certifications.

Qualifications

• BA/BS with 5+ years applying RMF to complex DoD IT systems.
• Certifications must meet DoD 8570/8140 requirements for the role (e.g., IAT Level II).
• Strong familiarity with RMF artifacts and documentation.
• Experience managing eMASS and vulnerability scanning tools.

Responsibilities

• RMF Execution: lead all aspects from system categorization to security control implementation and assessment.
• Security Documentation: develop and maintain SSP, SAR, and POA&M.
• eMASS Management: maintain system security posture and accuracy of data.
• Continuous Monitoring: implement monitoring strategy to assess control effectiveness and track vulnerabilities.
• Stakeholder Coordination: advise system owner and liaise with AO and stakeholders to ensure risk awareness.

Skills

RMF Execution

Security Documentation

Continuous Monitoring

Stakeholder Coordination

Security Clearance

Education

BA/BS in IT or related field

Tools

eMASS

ACAS/Nessus

SCAP

COMSEC

Job description

Overview The Senior IT System Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day administration, maintenance, and security of the JWICS environment for US Army G2’s Intelligence Division (AMIS-IN), Security Division (AMIS-SE), and the Special Projects Office (SPO) (AMIS-SEP).

Responsibilities

* RMF Execution: Lead all aspects of the RMF process, from system categorization and security control selection to implementation and assessment.

• Security Documentation: Develop, maintain, and update all required RMF documentation, including the System Security Plan (SSP), Security Assessment Report (SAR), and Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M).
• eMASS Management: Manage the system's security posture within the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support System (eMASS), ensuring all data is accurate and up to date.
• Continuous Monitoring: Implement and manage a robust continuous monitoring strategy to actively assess security control effectiveness, track vulnerabilities, and manage configuration changes.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Serve as the primary security advisor to the system owner and liaise with the Authorizing Official (AO) and other key stakeholders to ensure a clear understanding of system risks and compliance status.
• Qualifications Required: * BA/BS with a minimum 5+ years of hands‑on experience dedicated to applying RMF to complex DoD IT systems.
• Certifications: Possess current, industry-standard certifications relevant to their specific duties (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CCNA, RHCSA, MCSA). Certifications must meet DoD 8570/8140 requirements for their assigned role (e.g., IAT Level II).
• Technical Skills: Demonstrated mastery of eMASS, vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., ACAS/Nessus), COMSEC, and security compliance checkers (e.g., SCAP).
• Top Secret/SCI security clearance. Company Overview Integral partners with federal defense, intelligence, and civilian leaders to tackle their most important challenges and deliver positive outcomes. Since our founding in 1998, we have helped clients leverage existing and emerging technologies to transform their enterprises, empower growth, drive innovation, and build sustainable success. The forward‑leaning solutions we deliver are tailored to each mission with a focus on keeping our nation safe and secure. Integral is headquartered in McLean, VA and serves clients throughout the country. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package including paid parental leave and immediate vesting in our 401(k). Give us a try and become part of a curated group of professionals at Integral Federal! Our package also includes:
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Earned Bonuses & Awards
• Professional Training Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability