79-002 - Information Technology / Information Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist II

79-002 – Information Technology / Information Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist II Washington, United States | Posted on 06/24/2026 Sandy Mac Evolution LLC is a Veteran-Owned company dedicated to connecting top talent with meaningful opportunities. Job Description Location: Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB), Washington, DC Openings: 2 Position Overview Sandy Mac Evolution is seeking experienced Information Technology / Information Assurance (IT/IA) Specialists II to support Special Access Program (SAP) operations at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling. This position provides advanced systems administration, cybersecurity, and information assurance support for highly classified Department of Defense environments, ensuring the security, availability, and compliance of mission‑critical information systems supporting Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities. The ideal candidate has a strong background in secure systems administration, Risk Management Framework (RMF), cybersecurity compliance, and supporting classified network environments. $123,637.65 annually Minimum Qualifications Active Top Secret Security Clearance Eligible for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph 5–7 years of related Information Technology or Information Assurance experience Prior experience as a System Administrator, Network Administrator, or Information Technology/Information Assurance Specialist Previous Special Access Program (SAP) experience is required Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience) Must obtain or possess certification meeting DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level I (or IAT Level II equivalent) requirements within six months of hire Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting Department of Defense Special Access Programs Experience supporting SCI environments Experience with Cross Domain Solutions (PL3/PL4) Knowledge of COMSEC management procedures Key Responsibilities Administer and maintain secure information systems supporting classified DoD programs Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows servers, workstations, and enterprise network infrastructure Maintain file servers, firewalls, network access controls, security monitoring systems, and system documentation Analyze and resolve system and network issues to ensure maximum operational availability Prepare systems for operational testing and production deployment Develop, review, and maintain RMF authorization packages and accreditation documentation Coordinate cybersecurity reviews and technical validation of Authorization to Operate (ATO) evidence packages Identify system vulnerabilities and implement appropriate security mitigations Conduct cybersecurity self-inspections and ensure compliance with government security requirements Support secure network operations in accordance with DoD cybersecurity policies and security controls Perform account provisioning, modifications, and deactivations across multiple classified environments Provide Help Desk support and technical troubleshooting for end users Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and maintain hardware and software systems Support Video Teleconferencing (VTC) administration, scheduling, and configuration Support media accountability and control procedures Perform COMSEC account and equipment management activities Ensure compliance with SAP, SCI, and collateral information security requirements Required Technical Skills Microsoft Windows Server administration (2012 R2 or later) Microsoft Exchange Server administration LAN/WAN networking technologies Assessment & Authorization (A&A) Information Assurance and cybersecurity best practices SCI Information Systems Security Standards System Security Plans (SSPs) Common Criteria Security monitoring and vulnerability management Hardware and software lifecycle management System patch management COMSEC integration and management Cross Domain Solutions (PL2 required; PL3/PL4 preferred) Physical Requirements Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds #J-18808-Ljbffr Sandy Mac Evolution