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

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: TS, WITH SCI ELIGIBILITY
***POSITION REQUIRES US CITIZENSHIP***
Position Title: Information Technology/Assurance Specialist I
Location: Schriever SFB, CO (on-site)
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 primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Military Compartments efforts. The position will provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities. 
We are seeking an Information Technology/Assurance Specialist I  to carry out the following duties and responsibilities:

• 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 activities 
• Perform Hardware/Software System Configuration, upgrades and modifications 
• Perform system and network appliance patching activities 
• Provide Government-Issued Laptop Support 
• Assist in Media Control & Accountability activities 
• Perform COMSEC account/equipment management activities 

Qualifications: 

Required:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (4 years) 
• 2 - 5 years related experience 
• SAP Experience
• Prior performance in roles such as System or Network Administrator 
• 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, Common Criteria, and System Security Policy as they relate to Assessments and Authorizations 
• Working knowledge and current relevant experience with PL2 systems 
• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.

Security Clearance:

• TS, w/ SCI Eligibility
• Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

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 

RedTrace Technologies is an EOE employer