Information Technology/Assurance Specialist II (IT/IA II) (TS, w/ SCI Eligibility)

Peterson SFB, CO
Full Time
Mid Level
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: TS, WITH SCI ELIGIBILITY
***POSITION REQUIRES US CITIZENSHIP***
Position Title: Information Technology/Assurance Specialist II (IT/IA II)
Location: Peterson Space Force Base (SFB), CO

The anticipated salary range for this position is $118,000 - $133,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience, geographic location, contractual requirements, and other relevant business considerations. The final salary may fall outside the stated range.


Position Description:
The IT/IA Specialist’s primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Military Compartments efforts. The position provides “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

We are seeking an IT/IA II to carry out the following duties and responsibilities:
  • Establish complex operational software configuration controls and system interfaces for assigned computer systems
  • Maintain file servers, firewalls, network access, security monitoring systems, and system documentation
  • Analyze and troubleshoot system anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance
  • Prepare systems for operational use and support operational tests
  • Review, prepare, and update authorization packages and notify the customer when changes occur that might affect authorization
  • Conduct the cybersecurity portion of self-inspection checklists and provide technical and cybersecurity coordination on all Bodies of Evidence in the authorization package
  • Identify 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, and configuration, and provide external information system client support
  • Perform account creations, changes, and deletions across multiple authorization boundaries
  • Perform help desk, troubleshooting, hardware/software configuration, upgrades, modifications, and patching
  • Provide government-issued laptop support and assist with media control and accountability
  • Perform COMSEC account/equipment management activities

Qualifications: 

Required: 
  • 5-7 years of related experience in roles such as System Administrator, Network Administrator, or Information Technology/Assurance Specialist
  • SAP experience required
  • Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience, Associate’s degree and 7 years, or no degree and 9 years
  • DoD 8570 IAM Level II certification (e.g., CISSP, CASP+, CISM)
  • Able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs
  • 10%-25% Travel

Security Clearance:
  • TS with SCI eligibility
  • Eligibility for access to Special Access Program (SAP) Information
  • Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph
Military Experience Welcome (MOS / AFSC / Rating):
  • Enlisted: Army 25B, 25D, 17C; Air Force 1D7X1 (formerly 3D0X2), 3D1X2, 1B4X1; Navy Information Systems Technician (IT), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN); Marine Corps 0671, 0689
  • Officer and Warrant Officer: Army 17A, 25A, 26A, 26B, 255A, 255N, 255S; Air Force 17D, 17S; Navy 1820, 1840; Marine Corps 0602, 1702
Employee Benefits:
  • Competitive salary for well-qualified applicants
  • 401(k) plan
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Certification and advanced degree attainment bonuses
  • Student Loan / Tuition reimbursement
  • Health Care Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • Up to four weeks of paid vacation
  • 11 Federal Holidays, and 3 Floating Holidays
  • Team bonding events
RedTrace Technologies is an EOE employer
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