Information Technology/Assurance Specialist II

Secure our Nation, Ignite your Future

Become an integral part of a diverse team while working at an Industry Leading Organization, where our employees come first.  At ManTech International Corporation, you’ll help protect our national security while working on innovative projects that offer opportunities for advancement.

Currently, ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Information Technology / Assurance Specialist to join our team in the Los Angeles, CA area.

The primary function of the information Technology / assurance Specialist is to work with Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting SMC Directorates and/or AFSPC Operational Units. The position will provide “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 assigned computer system(s)
• 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 AIS accreditation packages.
• Notify customer when changes occur that might affect AIS accreditation/certification.
• Perform AIS self-inspections.
• Provide security coordination and review of all system test plans.
• Identify AIS vulnerabilities and implement countermeasures.
• Ensure AIS and network nodes are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies and practices.
• Perform VTC System Administration, Scheduling, & Configuration
• Provide guest networks Client Support
• Perform account creations, changes, & deletions
• Provide Help Desk & troubleshooting.
• Perform Hardware/Software System Configuration, upgrades, and modifications!
• Provide Personal-Issue Laptop Support
• Perform Media Control & Accountability
• Perform COMSEC account/equipment management.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Associates degree with 6 or more years of experience.
• To hold an active US Government Top Secret SCI Security Clearance

• Experience with PL1 & PL2 systems
• Must possess or obtain a DoD approved 8570 Baseline IAT Level 2 certification within 6 months of hire date.
• Must complete training on Joint Security Implementation Guidance (JSIG), Risk Management Framework (RMF), and Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) within 6 months of hire date (if supported organization requires development of AIS accreditation packages).
• Applicable Windows professional certifications, based on OS requirements for supported organization.
• Must be familiar with security policy/manuals and the appropriate ICDs/JAFANs/DOD Manuals and other guiding policy documents.
• Must be willing to travel within the organizational Area of Responsibility (AOR) (note – could be extensive, and will include both air and ground transportation)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of SAP-related experience highly desired
• Experience with PL3 & PL4 cross domain solutions desired

• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows 2000/2003/2007 Server, Microsoft Exchange Server 2003, Microsoft Windows XP/Vista operating systems (OS) administration and associated hardware
• Working knowledge of Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) technologies and data backup technologies to include communication security (COMSEC) integration.
• Working knowledge of JAFAN 6/0, DCID/JAFAN 6/3, DCID/JAFAN 6/9, and Joint DODIIS/Cryptologic SCI Information Systems Security Standards, Common Criteria, and System Security Policy as they relate to C&A for Legacy systems.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 80%
• The person in this position frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer.

The projected compensation range for this position is $109,100-$181,100. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, ManTech invests in it’s employees beyond just compensation. ManTech’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. ManTech may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.