Information Technology/Assurance Specialist - I

Information Technology/Assurance Specialist - I

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

The Information Technology/Assurance Specialist - I will support Special Access Programs (SAPs) across SSC and AFSPC Operational Units, delivering daily technical and operational support across Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and SAP activities. In this role, you will help maintain critical infrastructure baseline configurations, support system accreditation lifecycles, and ensure high system availability in a secure on-site environment.

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.
• Analyze and troubleshoot system anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance and uptime.
• Prepare systems for operational use and support rigorous operational test events.
• Review, prepare, and update AIS accreditation packages while identifying vulnerabilities and implementing countermeasures.
• Perform hardware and software system configurations, upgrades, modifications, and personal-issue laptop support.
• Deliver customer service and technical support, including help desk operations, account administration, media control, and COMSEC management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or additional 4 years of experience.
• 2+ years of total related experience.
• 2 years of relevant SCI or SAP experience.
• Must meet DoD Directive 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II certification requirements (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA-Security) within 6 months of hire, with the ability to complete Joint Security Implementation Guidance (JSIG) and Risk Management Framework (RMF), Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) training and obtain applicable Windows professional certifications based on supported organization requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Exchange Server, and desktop operating systems administration and associated hardware.
• Working knowledge of LAN/WAN technologies, data backup solutions, and COMSEC integration.
• Familiarity with DCID/JAFAN security standards, ICD policies, and legacy system Certification and Accreditation (C&A).
• Current experience with PL1 and PL2 systems, with exposure to PL3 and PL4 cross-domain solutions.

Clearance Requirements:

• Current Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• Applicants must be willing to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods in closed-area office environments.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside and outside the office to access secure files, safes, and cabinets.
• Must be able to lift, move, and install computer and IT-related equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the organizational Area of Responsibility (AOR) up to 25%, utilizing air and ground transportation.

The projected compensation range for this position is $107,900.00-$179,400.00. 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 its 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.

MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.