01-018 – Information Technology / Information Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist I

01-018 – Information Technology / Information Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist I Location: Kirtland Air Force Base (AFB), NM Salary: $104,905.41 Position Overview Sandy Mac Evolution is seeking an Information Technology / Information Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist I to support Department of Defense (DoD) Special Access Programs (SAPs) at Kirtland AFB, NM. This position provides day-to-day administration, cybersecurity, and technical support for classified information systems supporting Headquarters Air Force (HAF), the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), and other sensitive DoD organizations. The ideal candidate has experience as a System or Network Administrator, possesses a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and Risk Management Framework (RMF), and is capable of maintaining secure classified information systems in accordance with DoD security requirements. Salary $104,905.41 annually Location Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico Mandatory Qualifications Active Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance Eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Programs (SAP) Willingness to successfully complete a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph 2-5 years of related Information Technology or Information Assurance experience Prior experience as a System Administrator, Network Administrator, or similar IT support role Bachelor's degree or four (4) additional years of equivalent experience DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level I certification (IAT Level II accepted in lieu of IAM Level I) within six months of hire Desired Qualifications Previous experience supporting Special Access Programs (SAP) Key Responsibilities Administer secure Windows server and workstation environments supporting classified operations Establish and maintain operational software configurations and system interfaces Maintain file servers, firewalls, security monitoring systems, and network infrastructure Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, system, and network issues Prepare systems for operational use and support operational testing activities Review, prepare, and maintain RMF authorization packages Coordinate cybersecurity documentation supporting Assessment and Authorization (A&A) Conduct cybersecurity self-inspections and identify system vulnerabilities Implement corrective actions and security countermeasures Ensure information systems comply with DoD cybersecurity policies and security requirements Administer Video Teleconferencing (VTC) systems, scheduling, and configuration Support external information systems and client connectivity Create, modify, and manage user accounts across multiple authorization boundaries Provide Help Desk support for classified and unclassified environments Perform hardware and software installations, upgrades, and system modifications Execute operating system and network appliance patch management Support Government-issued laptops and mobile devices Assist with classified media control and accountability Perform COMSEC account and equipment management Maintain accurate system documentation and technical records Required Technical Knowledge Candidates should possess experience with: Microsoft Windows Server administration Microsoft Exchange Server Windows desktop operating systems Local Area Networks (LAN) Wide Area Networks (WAN) Firewalls and network security Communication Security (COMSEC) Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment & Authorization (A&A) System Security Plans (SSPs) Common Criteria PL2 information systems Active Directory administration System patch management Hardware and software troubleshooting Education Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline OR Four (4) additional years of directly related experience in lieu of a degree Certification Requirements Candidates must meet the certification requirements of DoD 8570.01-M by possessing or obtaining within six (6) months of hire: IAM Level I OR IAT Level II (accepted in lieu of IAM Level I) Security Clearance Active Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance required Eligibility for SCI and SAP access Ability to successfully complete a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph Physical Requirements Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds