IT Analyst - Temporary

This position supports a Federal agency client, providing incident tracking and examination support in the capital market system. Hires will be operating in a “fusion center”-like environment, responsible for intake and analysis of system disruption, compliance and intrusion events reported under Regulation SCI. The position is within walking distance of Union station, and within easy access of public transportation (MARC/VRE/Metro).

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Full-Time (40 hours)

Essential Responsibilities:

Serves as subject matter expert, possessing in-depth knowledge of a particular area, such as enterprise IT and network infrastructure concepts, including (but not limited to): data center configuration/operation, network connectivity providers, network equipment, server hardware and operating systems, virtualization, disaster recovery/failover systems. Provides technical knowledge and analysis of highly specialized applications and operational environments, and high-level functional systems analysis, As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum’s role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

• 4+ years in related field.
• Familiarity with enterprise IT and network infrastructure concepts, including (but not limited to): data center configuration/operation, network connectivity providers, network equipment, server hardware and operating systems, virtualization, disaster recovery/failover systems.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, notably to senior executives and/or in “public presentation” environments.
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong teamwork ethic and a high degree of personal motivation.
• Responsive, “customer-centric” demeanor

Security Clearance Required:

• Public Trust

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science’s, MIS/IT, Engineering, Business/Econ, Information Security/IA or related discipline to work requirement.
• OR One (1) year of college in a computer field and three (3) years of directly related experience, or any equivalent combination of education or experience for a total of four (4) years. Progressive relevant training and/or certification in appropriate discipline may be substituted for one (1) year of the education or experience requirement.

Minimum Years of Experience:

• 4+ years in related field, * Interest in pursuing further experience in IT, Networking, and Cybersecurity.
• Knowledge of risk and how to measure risk with respect to IT system
• Possesses an in depth understanding of the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Preference will be given to candidates with additional experience in:
• SharePoint Design/Development
• Scripting (VBA, PowerShell, and/or Python)
• IT and/or Cybersecurity Governance, Compliance or Audit
• Capital Markets/Institutional Banking Operations/Financial Technology (FinTech)
• A+, Network+, and/or Security+ Certifications

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Compensation Details:

$80000-100000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.