IT Specialist

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Wallops Island, VA, USA
Hybrid
59K-100K Annually
Junior
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role
Supports engineering operations, maintenance, cybersecurity, and research, development, testing, and evaluation networks at a U.S. Navy facility. Responsibilities include planning, installing, testing, deploying, administering, and maintaining computing infrastructure and IT assets; ensuring technology availability; complying with Department of Defense policies; and improving infrastructure and standard operating procedures.
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Job Description
BAE Systems Inc. is seeking an IT Specialist to join our dynamic team of engineers, technologists, and military veterans. This position is in Wallops Island, VA working at the U.S. Navy's Surface Combat Systems Center (SCSC). SCSC provides combat systems and platform-specific radars and sensors lifecycle engineering support, test and evaluation, platform certification, combat system training, interoperability testing, and range operations. SCSC provides a high-fidelity representation of AEGIS and Ship Self Defense System (SSDS) at-sea configurations.
The selected candidate is responsible for supporting engineering operations, maintenance, and cybersecurity for SCSC's research, development, testing, and evaluation networks. The successful candidate will provide daily support to SCSC by planning, installing, testing, deploying, and maintaining computing infrastructure. Primary responsibilities are maintaining the availability of computing technology and operating in compliance with DoD policy. The successful candidate will drive improvements to existing infrastructure and standard operating procedures.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Minimum education and years of relevant/related work experience required: Associate degree in a relevant/related field or at least two years of relevant experience. Experience with cabling, installing, testing, deploying, and administering IT assets. Knowledge and experience in implementing defense industry cybersecurity practices.
Security clearance requirement: This position requires the successful candidate to be able to obtain a Secret level clearance. The criteria for obtaining and holding a clearance are driven by US government requirements. You must be a US citizen to obtain a security clearance. If selected candidate is not in possession of an active Secret clearance, then he/she will receive a contingent offer and start date will be delayed until an interim Secret clearance is granted.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Could+, SecurityX, CICSP, GSEC, SSCP, CCSP, CISSP, CCNP-Security, FITSP-O, or GFACT certification
  • Windows server training/certification (desktop and server)
  • Knowledge of databases to include MS SQL
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to translate complex ideas and express them in concise, simple to understand ways
  • Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment
  • Network management tools: Splunk, SolarWinds, Steelcloud
  • Automation: Powershell
  • Security Standards and Tools: NIST SP800-53, DISA STIGs

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $59023 - $100339
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Skills Required

  • Associate degree in a relevant or related field, or at least two years of relevant experience
  • Experience with cabling, installing, testing, deploying, and administering IT assets
  • Knowledge and experience implementing defense industry cybersecurity practices
  • Ability to obtain and hold a Secret security clearance
  • U.S. citizenship required to obtain the security clearance
  • CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Cloud+, SecurityX, CICSP, GSEC, SSCP, CCSP, CISSP, CCNP-Security, FITSP-O, or GFACT certification
  • Windows server training or certification
  • Knowledge of databases, including Microsoft SQL Server
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to explain complex ideas clearly
  • Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple projects, and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience with Splunk, SolarWinds, or SteelCloud network management tools
  • Experience with PowerShell automation
  • Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 and DISA STIGs

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  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage is presented as comprehensive, paired with an EAP, fertility and transgender care options, and HSA‑compatible plans that can include employer contributions with coverage starting on day one in some cases. These resources are reinforced by wellness tools and immediate eligibility noted on official benefits materials.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) savings plan is broadly available, with employer matching and other contributions that vary by business unit, and some U.S. employee groups retain pension arrangements. Company‑paid basic life insurance equal to 2x base salary (up to $1M) further strengthens financial security.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave (e.g., 160 hours for full‑time employees) sits alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement and Bright Horizons backup child and elder care. These benefits help reduce care gaps and complement PTO and applicable state programs.

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The Company
HQ: Falls Church, VA
40,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

Why Work With Us

We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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