Systems Architect

Cyber Security/Information Assurance (IA) Functional Specialist Special Advisor Level 1: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in a related field. Level 2: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in a related field. 3–6 years. Work on assigned tasks, coordinates closely with senior specialists or task leads. Level 3: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in a related field. 7–10 years. Directs activities of specialists or other staff as necessary in the specified field or discipline. Tasks: Provides expertise, guidance, consultation, facilitation, and thought leadership to the client and/or project team based on specialized in‑depth expertise in fields such as engineering and technology, policy and administration, planning, analysis, training and development, facilities, communications, visual design, human capital, business, and management. Ensures that quality is an integral part of the development, design and manufacture of products or services. Monitors products and services throughout the lifecycle. Validates and verifies adherence to specified requirements through test and measurement activities. Manages or leads quality assurance activities. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Experience in a distinct functional or cross‑functional business area, possibly across multiple markets (government, industry), and may include relevant certifications and knowledge of applicable tools, methodologies, or best practices. Works closely with assigned staff, senior specialists or task leads. Certifications Required/Desired: Certification in the information assurance area desired; applicable certifications will be required within 90 days of hire date. Depending on level: Level 1: Management or Technical Level II (DOD 8570.01‑M). Levels 2 and 3: Management or Technical Level III (DOD 8570.01‑M). Within 90 days of in‑processing, the candidate must be certified in accordance with DOD 8570.01‑M in either Technical or Management Level II or Level III, commensurate with the candidate's level. Tools used in this occupation: Desktop computers High‑end computer servers – application servers Integrated circuit testers – circuit emulators, ICE; logic analyzers Notebook computers Personal digital assistants (PDAs) or organizers Technology used in this occupation: Cloud computing, IT engineering, and cloud computing concepts including software, hardware, and telecommunications/mobile/wireless components. #J-18808-Ljbffr