Information Technology/Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist II

Posted 16 Days Ago
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Colorado Springs, CO, USA
In-Office
95K-128K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Professional Services • Security • Software
The Role
Provides day-to-day IT assurance and cybersecurity support for DoD Special Access Programs. Maintains servers, firewalls, networks, security monitoring systems, accounts, hardware, software, and COMSEC equipment. Supports authorization packages, RMF assessments, self-inspections, vulnerability remediation, patching, system accreditation, operational testing, VTC administration, help desk activities, and client support. The role requires SAP experience, TS/SCI clearance, eligibility for a CI polygraph, Windows and Exchange administration, and knowledge of LAN/WAN, COMSEC, and security authorization standards.
Summary Generated by Built In

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Cyber and IT Risk Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Information Security, Information Security Management, Information System Security

Certifications:

None

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job 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.
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 makeup 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

Experience:

  • 5+ years related experience

  • SAP experience required

  • Prior performance in roles such as System, Network Administrator, or IT/IA Specialists

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)

Certifications:

  • IAT Level II or IAM Level II - within 6 months of hire (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, etc.)

Clearance Required to Start:

  • TS/SCI required

  • Must be able to Attain – TS/SCI with CI 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.

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The likely salary range for this position is $94,520 - $127,880. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

10-25%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA CO Colorado Springs

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

 



Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

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Skills Required

  • 5 or more years of related experience
  • Special Access Program experience
  • Prior experience as a System Administrator, Network Administrator, or IT/IA Specialist
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related area, or Associate’s degree plus two years of experience, or equivalent experience
  • IAT Level II or IAM Level II certification within six months of hire, such as Security+ CE or CCNA Security
  • Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance
  • Ability to attain Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI polygraph
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server 2012R2, Exchange Server 2010/2016, and Windows 7/10 administration
  • Knowledge of LAN, WAN, data backup technologies, and COMSEC integration
  • Knowledge of Risk Management Framework, SCI security standards, Common Criteria, and Assessment and Authorization processes
  • Current relevant experience with PL2 systems
  • Experience with PL3 and PL4 cross-domain solutions

General Dynamics Information Technology Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about General Dynamics Information Technology and has not been reviewed or approved by General Dynamics Information Technology.

  • Affordable Benefits Pay and benefits are described as good or okay in multiple places, and the overall package is often portrayed as acceptable even when base pay is not viewed as top-tier.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision plan options are presented as comprehensive, with additional protections like disability and life insurance contributing to a well-rounded health and protection offering.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) plan with company match is consistently highlighted as part of the total rewards package, supporting longer-term financial planning.

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HQ: Falls Church, VA
21,625 Employees

What We Do

We are GDIT. The people supporting some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We deliver. Bringing the expertise needed to understand and advance critical missions. We transform. Shifting the ways clients invest in, integrate, and innovate technology solutions. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. We are there. On the ground, beside our clients, in the lab, and everywhere in between. Offering the technology transformations, strategy, and mission services needed to get the job done.

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