Information Technology/Assurance Specialist II

Job Details: Job Location: Washington, DC 20032, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $165,000.00 - $198,000.00 Salary, Job Shift: Day, *This position requires a TS/SCI Clearance and Special Access Program Experience*

At System High Corporation—a Top Washington-Area Workplace (The Washington Post, 2023–2025), a Top Workplaces Culture Excellence honoree (April 2025), and a three‑time VETS Indexes 3‑Star Employer—we protect and advance the nation’s most critical missions. As part of our team, you’ll tackle complex security challenges across SAP, SCI, and Collateral programs. If you’re driven by national security, innovation, and integrity, we want to hear from you.

Performance shall include:

• Establish complex operational software configuration controls and system interfaces for computer system(s) assigned
• Maintain file servers, Firewalls, network access, Security Monitoring Systems and system documentation as required
• Analyze and troubleshoot system anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance
• Prepare system for operational use and support operational tests
• Review, prepare, and update authorization packages
• Notify customer when changes occur that might affect authorization accreditation
• Conduct cybersecurity portion of the self-inspection’s checklist
• Review and provide technical and cyber security coordination on all Bodies of Evidence that make- up the authorization package
• Identify any and all vulnerabilities and implement countermeasures
• Ensure information systems and network appliances are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies and practices
• Perform Video-Teleconferencing VTC System Administration, Scheduling, & Configuration
• Provide External Information System(s) Client Support
• Perform account creations, changes, & deletions on multiple authorization boundaries
• Perform Help Desk & troubleshooting actives
• Perform Hardware/Software System Configuration, upgrades and modifications
• Perform system and network appliance patching actives
• Provide Gov-Issue Laptop Support
• Assist in Media Control & Accountability actives
• Perform COMSEC account/equipment management actives

Qualifications

• 5-7 years related experience
• Prior performance in roles such as System, Network Administrator or Information Technology/Assurance Specialists

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (4 years)

Certifications

• Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level II or Information Assurance Manager II within 6 months of the date of hire

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 2012R2 Server, Microsoft Exchange Server 2010/2016, Microsoft Windows 7/10 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 Risk Management Framework, SCI Information Systems Security Standards, Common Criteria, and System Security Policy as they relate to Assessment and Authorizations
• Working knowledge and current relevant experience with PL2 systems; experience with PL3 & PL4 cross domain solutions is desired
• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.

Additional Information

This job description is not designed to cover or contain all job duties required of the employee. There may be additional activities, duties and/or responsibilities that are required for this position that are not listed in this job description.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

System High is a Military friendly employer. Our extensive work on behalf of the U.S. government offers those who have served in uniform an opportunity to continue to serve their country in a new and exciting way while enjoying a successful civilian career.

System High values the power and strength of diverse backgrounds on the culture and performance of our company. We strive to maintain an inclusive culture to encourage each employee to bring their whole self to the mission.

System High Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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