Information Technology\/Assurance (IT\/IA) Specialist II with Security Clearance

gTANGIBLE Corporation (gTC), www.gtangible.com, is a S corporation and a registered Government contractor that provides services and solutions in:
• National Security Programs
• Professional, Administrative, and Management Support
• Mission and Warfighter Support We are a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and the founder has years of successful experience in the Government contracting arena
Our leadership team is an exceptional group of Government contracting professionals
gTANGIBLE is in the process of identifying candidates for the following position: Requisition Type: Open Position Title: Information Technology/Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist II The Air Force (AF) Special Access Program (SAP) Security Support Services (SSS) assists the AF cognizant security authority in oversight of enhanced National Security Objectives supporting AF SAP interests through active and integrated security operations, processes, mechanisms, and management
This support provides multi- disciplinary security support, including specialized analytical/program protection support, while being responsive and flexible to dynamic SAP security situations
The primary function of the IT/IA Specialist is working within SAPs supporting Department of Defense agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense and Military Compartments efforts
The position provides day-to- day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and SAP activities
Location: Pentagon, VA Security Clearance Level: Top Secret/SCI, SAP Information eligible, consent for Counterintelligence polygraph Duties and Responsibilities
• 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/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 cybersecurity 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 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
Knowledge and Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (4 years)
• 5 - 7 years related experience
• Prior performance in roles such as System or Network Administrator or Information Technology/Assurance Specialists
• Must meet requirements for Information Assurance Technician Level II or Information Assurance Manager II (DoD 8570) within 6 months of hire
• 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 (A&A)
• Working knowledge and current relevant experience with PL2 systems; experience with PL3 & PL4 cross domain solutions is desired
• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Prior active duty in the U.S
Air Force a plus gTANGIBLE Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, physical or mental disability, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or political affiliation.