Information Technology and Assurance Specialist

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

The primary function of the Information Technology/Assurance Specialist - I is to work within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting SSC and AFSPC Operational Units. The position will provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities. This is a five-day a week in the office role in El Segundo, CA.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• 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 as required.
• Analyze and troubleshoot system anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance.
• Review, prepare, and update AIS accreditation packages while performing self-inspections and identifying vulnerabilities.
• Perform VTC System Administration, Scheduling, & Configuration along with account administration and Help Desk troubleshooting.
• Perform Hardware/Software System Configuration, upgrades, modifications, and provide Personal-Issue Laptop Support.
• Manage Media Control & Accountability and perform COMSEC account/equipment management. Familiarity with security policy/manuals, appropriate ICDs/JAFANs/DoD Manuals, and the ability to interact effectively with DoD, military, civilian, and industry partners.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent additional experience (4 years).
• 2+ years of total related experience, including a minimum of 2 years of relevant SCI or SAP experience (minimum 1 year of SAP related experience highly desired).
• Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 2 within 6 months of hire (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA-Security).
• Must complete training on Joint Security Implementation Guidance (JSIG) and Risk Management Framework (RMF) Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) if required by the supported organization.
• Must possess applicable Windows professional certifications based on OS requirements for the supported organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Exchange Server, and Windows desktop operating systems administration and associated hardware.
• Working knowledge of LAN/WAN technologies, data backup technologies, and communication security (COMSEC) integration.
• Working knowledge of JAFAN 6/0, DCID/JAFAN 6/3, DCID/JAFAN 6/9, Joint DODIIS/Cryptologic SCI Information Systems Security Standards, and System Security Policy for C&A legacy systems.
• Working knowledge and current relevant experience with PL1 & PL2 systems, with PL3 & PL4 cross domain solutions experience desired.

Clearance Requirements:

• Active  Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility.
• Must maintain eligibility for access to Special Access Programs.
• Must have a willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be willing to travel within the organizational Area of Responsibility via air and ground transportation.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• This position operates on a regular schedule from approximately 0730 to 1630 in a closed-area office setting with no telework options, where you may remain stationary for periods or move inside and outside the office to access files, safes, and install equipment.