Information Technology Assurance Specialist

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Information Technology/Assurance Specialist - I to join our team in Vandenberg Space Force Base, Lompoc, CA.

The Information Technology/Assurance Specialist - I will leverage their strong technical background and knowledge to support Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting SSC and AFSPC Operational Units, to include providing "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. Review, prepare, update, and perform self-inspections on AIS accreditation packages.
• Maintain file servers, Firewalls, network access, Security Monitoring Systems and system documentation as required.
•  Analyze and troubleshoot system anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance.
• Identify AIS vulnerabilities, implement countermeasures, and ensure nodes are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies.
• Perform VTC System Administration, account creations/changes/deletions, and provide help desk, troubleshooting, and client support.
• Manage hardware/software system configurations, media control, accountability, and COMSEC accounts and equipment.
• Experience inventorying complex networks and handling hardware/software system configurations, upgrades, modifications, and applicable Windows professional certifications.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 4 additional years of equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• 2+ years total related experience, including a minimum of 2 years of relevant SCI or SAP experience).
• Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 2 (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA-Security) within 6 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server/OS administration, associated hardware, and working knowledge of LAN/WAN technologies and data backup systems.
• Working knowledge of JAFAN 6/0, DCID/JAFAN 6/3, DCID/JAFAN 6/9, Joint DODIIS/Cryptologic SCI Information Systems Security Standards, and PL1-PL4 cross domain solutions.

Clearance Requirements:

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

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time in closed-area offices.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside and out of the office to access files, cabinets, safes, and may remove or install computer-related equipment lifting up to 50 lbs.