Information Technology/Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist Ill - Lakenheath, UK

Location:  Lakenheath, UK

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:

• 5+ years related experience.

• 2+ years SAP experience required.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• IAT Level II (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, etc.)

Clearance Required to Start:

• TS/SCI required.

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

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