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FOUNDED BY USAF VETERANS

in 2007, we are proud to be a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business.

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specializing in security and risk management. We're intimately familiar with DOD security programs and mission requirements.

OUR CORE VALUES

drive every action we take as a company. We strive to exhibit PERSPECTIVE, PASSION, COMMUNICATION, INTEGRITY AND ETHICS, and BALANCE in all we do.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE

to address our employees' physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. This includes 100% employer- paid medical insurance, ample paid leave, a free employee assistance program, and a competitive 401k savings plan. At Watermark, our people come first!

Information Technology/Information Assurance Specialist I

The IT/IA primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department ofDefense (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Military Compartments efforts. The position will provide "day-to-day" support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

In this role you will....

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 make-up 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

Additional duties as assigned

Experience Requirements:

2-5 years related experience

Prior performance in roles such as Systems Administrator or Network Administrator

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent experience (4 years)

Certification Requirements:

Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level I or Information Assurance Manager I within 6 months of the date of hire

Security Clearance Requirements:

Active DOD TS/SCI Clearance

Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information

Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

Other Requirements:

This is a 24/7 service desk position requiring shift work which may or may not include Morning, Night, and "Swing" shifts, including potential holidays and weekends.

Reports to a physical location which occasionally requires the ability to traverse between buildings

Ability to manage stress with a high degree of maturity/professionalism

Demonstrated critical thinking and leadershipskills and the ability to work well with others

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Other duties as assigned

All Level I & Level II positions - candidate should possess some Special Access Program (SAP) experience

All Level III positions -candidate should possess 2+ years of Special Access Program (SAP) experience

Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows 2012R2 Server, Microsoft Exchange Server 2010/2016, Microsoft Windows 7/10 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 Risk Management Framework, Common Criteria, and System Security Policy as they relate to Assessments and Authorizations

Working knowledge and current relevant experience with PL2 systems

May be required to move equipment/files weighing up to 50 pounds

This position is contingent on funding*

The anticipated compensation range for this position is $80,580 - $109,020. Multiple considerations are taken into account when determining the final salary/hour rate, including but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, education and certifications, relevant work experience, related skills and competencies, as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. Central to Watermark's employment philosophy is the wellbeing of our employees which is why we offer a robust benefits package and wellness program alongside of annual base compensation.)

Watermark is an equal opportunity employer. All terms and conditions of employment are established without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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