IT-IA Specialist 3 102-189

The primary function of an Information Technology/Information Assurance (IT/IA) 3 Specialist is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense and Military Compartments efforts. The position will provide "day-to-day" support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information and SAP activities.

Duties may 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

• Bachelor's degree -or- 4 years of additional, relevant experience, in lieu of degree
• 8-10 years related experience, prior experience in roles such as System/Network Administrator or Information Technology/Assurance Specialists
• 2+ years SAP experience

Training:

• DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level II (in lieu of IAT Level II)

Security Clearance:

• Active TS/SCI and the willingness to sit for a polygraph, if needed