Information Technology Assurance Specialist

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Information Technology Assurance Specialist III to join our team in El Segundo, CA.

The Information Technology Assurance Specialist's primary function is working with Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting SMC Directorates and/or AFSPC Operational Units. The position will provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• 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 AIS accreditation packages, notify customer when changes occur that might affect AIS accreditation/certification, perform AIS self-inspections, identify AIS vulnerabilities and implement countermeasures, and ensure AIS and network nodes are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies and practices.
• Provide security coordination and review of all system test plans, guest networks Client Support, Help Desk & troubleshooting, and Personal-Issue Laptop Support.
• Perform VTC System Administration, Scheduling, & Configuration, Account Creations, changes, & deletions, Hardware/Software System Configuration, upgrades and modifications, Media Control & Accountability, and COMSEC account/equipment management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 4 additional years of equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• 8+ years total related experience
• 6+ years of relevant SCI or SAP experience.
• Must have CompTIA Sec + certificate as outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 2 and Information Assurance Manager Level 1 within 6 months of the date of hire.
• Must complete training on Joint Security Implementation Guidance (JSIG) and Risk Management Framework (RMF) Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) (if supported organization requires development of AIS accreditation packages).
• Willingness to travel with the scope of the Program’s Area of Responsibility (AOR) (note- could be extensive and will include both air and ground transportation).

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of SAP related experience highly desired.
• 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 JAFAN 6/0, DCID/JAFAN 6/3, DCID/JAFAN 6/9, and Joint DODIIS/Cryptologic SCI Information Systems Security Standards, Common Criteria, and System Security Policy as they relate to C&A for Legacy systems.
• Working knowledge and current relevant experience with PL1 & PL2 systems; experience with PL3 & PL4 cross domain solutions desired.
• Must have the ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
   

Clearance Requirements:

• Current Top- Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
• Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph
   

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, machine and computer printer.
• Frequently communicates with co-workers, management and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.