67-004 – Information Technology/Information Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist II

Position Overview

Sandy Mac Evolution LLC is seeking an Information Technology/Information Assurance Specialist II to support Department of Defense Special Access Program activities at Scott AFB, Illinois.

The IT/IA Specialist II provides day-to-day systems administration, cybersecurity, information assurance, and technical support within Collateral, SCI, and SAP environments.

Key Responsibilities

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  Establish operational software configuration controls and system interfaces for assigned systems.
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  Maintain file servers, firewalls, network access controls, security monitoring systems, and system documentation.
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  Analyze and troubleshoot system anomalies to maintain optimal performance.
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  Prepare systems for operational use and support operational testing.
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  Review, prepare, and update authorization packages.
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  Notify government customers when changes occur that could affect system authorization.
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  Conduct cybersecurity portions of self-inspection checklists.
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  Review and provide cybersecurity coordination on authorization package bodies of evidence.
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  Identify vulnerabilities and implement appropriate countermeasures.
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  Ensure information systems and network appliances are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies.
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  Perform VTC system administration, scheduling, and configuration.
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  Provide external information system client support.
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  Perform account creation, modification, and deletion across multiple authorization boundaries.
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  Perform Help Desk and troubleshooting activities.
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  Perform hardware and software configuration, upgrades, and modifications.
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  Perform system and network appliance patching.
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  Provide government-issued laptop support.
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  Assist with media control and accountability.
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  Perform COMSEC account and equipment management activities.

Required Qualifications

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  5–7 years of related experience.
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  Prior experience in roles such as System Administrator, Network Administrator, or Information Technology/Assurance Specialist.
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  SAP experience required.
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  Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server and desktop operating systems.
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  Working knowledge of Microsoft Exchange Server.
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  Working knowledge of LAN and WAN technologies and data backup technologies.
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  Working knowledge of COMSEC integration.
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  Working knowledge of Risk Management Framework, SCI information systems security standards, Common Criteria, and system security policy.
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  Current relevant experience with PL2 systems.
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  Experience with PL3 and PL4 cross-domain solutions desired.
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  Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.

Education

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  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
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  A Bachelor’s degree may be considered equivalent to four years of experience.

Certification / Training Requirements

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  DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level II qualification required in lieu of IAT Level II.
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  Must satisfy applicable cybersecurity certification requirements associated with the position.

Security Clearance Requirements

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  Active Top Secret clearance required.
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  Must possess or be eligible for SCI access.
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  Must be eligible for access to SAP information.
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  Must be willing to submit to a Counterintelligence Polygraph.