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Information Technology/Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist I

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Colorado Springs, CO, USA
82K-111K Annually
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Colorado Springs, CO, USA
82K-111K Annually
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Provide day-to-day cybersecurity and systems support within Collateral/SCI/SAP environments: maintain servers, firewalls, network appliances, patching, VTC administration, account management, authorization package preparation and review, vulnerability identification and countermeasures, COMSEC and media control, and assist with system assessments and authorizations.
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Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Cyber and IT Risk Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Information Security, Information Security Management, Information System Security

Certifications:

None

Experience:

2 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

The primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs). The position will provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Performance shall 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

Experience:

  • 2+ years related experience

  • Prior performance in roles such as System or Network Administrator

  • SAP experience desired

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)

Certifications:

  • IAT Level I or IAM Level I - within 6 months of hire (A+, NET+, etc.)

Clearance Required to Start:

  • TS/SCI required

  • Must be able to Attain – TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

Other Requirements:

  • 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, Common Criteria, and System Security Policy as they relate to Assessments and Authorizations

  • Working knowledge and current relevant experience with PL2 systems

  • Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.

The likely salary range for this position is $82,195 - $111,205. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

10-25%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA CO Colorado Springs

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

 



Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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