Information Assurance (IA) / IT Security Specialist

Quick Facts

• Role: Information Assurance (IA) Certification and Accreditation (C&A) Program SME and IT security specialist

Description

You will serve as an Information Assurance (IA) Certification and Accreditation (C&A) Program subject matter expert and IA IT Specialist. The role focuses on planning, implementing, and maintaining automation security programs, assessing threats and vulnerabilities, and supporting security compliance efforts. You will also protect classified material and provide guidance on IT security policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, implement, and maintain automation security programs to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of automated systems, networks, and data

• Implement and administer elements of the IIAP

• Review threats and vulnerabilities, assess risks, and determine measures to minimize risk

• Protect classified material and ensure compliance with legal requirements for secure communications in classified environments

• Advise and guide on implementing IT security policies and procedures for network systems

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship

• Ability to acquire and retain a Top Secret (TS) clearance with SCI access

• Completion of the required DCIPS trial period (2-year trial period)

• Maintain current required certifications per DoD Manual 8570.1-M and AR 25-2; obtain certifications within six months

• IT-related experience demonstrating required competencies: attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, problem solving

• Experience demonstrating knowledge of IA policies/programs to monitor/evaluate systems’ compliance with IT security requirements

• Ability to provide advice and guidance for implementing IT security policies/procedures in network system development and operations

• Ability to develop and conduct information security training

• Subject to drug testing and polygraph examinations as required by security regulations

• Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable

• May require non-standard hours, shift work, emergency overtime, and TDY travel

Benefits

A comprehensive federal benefits package; eligibility depends on the specific position type and work schedule.