Information Technology/Assurance Specialist I (IT/IA I) (24/7) (TS, w/ SCI Eligibility)

The anticipated salary range for this position is $96,000 - $111,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience, geographic location, contractual requirements, and other relevant business considerations. The final salary may fall outside the stated range.


Position Description:
The IT/IA Specialist administers and secures the customer’s classified Special Access Program information systems, supporting authorization (A&A) packages and day-to-day operations. This is a 24/7 position with shift work that may include weekends and holidays.

We are seeking an IT/IA I to carry out the following duties and responsibilities:

• Establish operational software configuration controls and system interfaces for assigned computer systems
• Maintain file servers, firewalls, network access, security monitoring systems, and system documentation
• Analyze and troubleshoot system anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance
• Prepare systems for operational use and support operational tests
• Review, prepare, and update authorization packages and notify the customer of changes that might affect authorization
• Conduct the cybersecurity portion of self-inspection checklists and review all Bodies of Evidence in the authorization package
• Identify vulnerabilities and implement countermeasures
• Perform VTC system administration, scheduling, and configuration
• Perform account creations, changes, and deletions across multiple authorization boundaries
• Perform help desk, troubleshooting, hardware/software configuration, upgrades, and patching
• Provide government-issued laptop support and assist with media control and accountability
• Perform COMSEC account/equipment management activities

Qualifications: 

Required: 

• 2+ years of related experience (e.g., System or Network Administrator with security-related duties); SAP experience desired
• Bachelor’s degree, OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience, OR equivalent experience (4 years)
• DoD 8570 IAT Level I or IAM Level I (A+, Network+, etc.) within 6 months of hire
• Knowledge of Windows Server, Exchange, Windows OS administration, LAN/WAN and backup technologies including COMSEC integration
• Working knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) as it relates to Assessment and Authorization; experience with PL2 systems
• Able to work 24/7 shifts and regularly lift up to 50 lbs
• 10%-25% Travel

Security Clearance:

• TS with SCI eligibility
• Eligibility for access to Special Access Program (SAP) Information
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

Military Experience Welcome (MOS / AFSC / Rating):

• Enlisted: Army 25B, 25D, 17C; Air Force 1D7X1 (formerly 3D0X2), 3D1X2, 1B4X1; Navy Information Systems Technician (IT), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN); Marine Corps 0671, 0689
• Officer and Warrant Officer: Army 17A, 25A, 26A, 26B, 255A, 255N, 255S; Air Force 17D, 17S; Navy 1820, 1840; Marine Corps 0602, 1702

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive salary for well-qualified applicants
• 401(k) plan
• Annual performance bonus
• Certification and advanced degree attainment bonuses
• Student Loan / Tuition reimbursement
• Health Care Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Up to four weeks of paid vacation
• 11 Federal Holidays, and 3 Floating Holidays
• Team bonding events