Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced IT Specialist to provide comprehensive support for U.S. Army information systems, networks, and mobile technology. The successful candidate will assist in the administration and lifecycle management of IT assets, support secure communications systems (NIPRNet/SIPRNet), and ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Support government personnel in the management of U.S. Army information systems, hardware, software, and mobile technologies.
Maintain and troubleshoot IT systems, devices, workstations, and software applications.
Ensure NIPRNet and SIPRNet workstation connectivity and availability.
Manage System Authorization Access Requests (SAAR) for DoD systems including ATAAPS and other government networks.
Perform account management functions, including account creation, modification, and deactivation.
Provide Tier I/II support for IT and mobile communications services.
Serve as technical point of contact (POC) for wireless services and mobile device support.
Support system administration and user training.
Maintain databases and documentation for management information systems and technical assets.
Ensure data backups and recovery protocols are in place.
Follow maintenance protocols to ensure systems are secure and compliant with cybersecurity regulations.

Minimum Qualifications:

U.S. Citizenship required.
Active DoD Secret clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Must meet DoD 8570.01-M / DoD 8140 IAT Level II requirements. One of the following certifications is required:
CompTIA Security+ CE (preferred)
CompTIA CySA+
GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
Certified Network Defender (CND)
Experience with Windows system administration and network support.
Working knowledge of SAAR processing and DoD network systems (e.g., NIPRNet/SIPRNet).
Proficient in managing mobile device accounts and wireless platforms.
Strong documentation and troubleshooting skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting Army or DoD IT environments.
Familiarity with ATAAPS, DoD PKI, and DISA STIG compliance.
Experience with mobile device management (MDM) platforms such as Intune or MobileIron.

Additional Information:

Work location is Arlington, VA (on-site)

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

Biweekly bonus
Holiday pay
Hourly pay

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

Do you possess a current DoD 8570.01-M / DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification?
How many years of experience do you have providing system administration or IT support in a DoD or Army environment?
Are you experienced in maintaining or troubleshooting systems connected to NIPRNet and/or SIPRNet?
Are you familiar with processing System Authorization Access Requests (SAAR DD Form 2875) for DoD systems?
Have you supported mobile devices and wireless services in a government or secure environment?
Are you experienced in performing user account management (creation, modification, deactivation) in a DoD or enterprise IT environment?
Are you experienced in documenting IT procedures, system configurations, and performance reports?
Have you supported or implemented data backup and recovery procedures in an enterprise environment?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

IT Specialist System Administrator: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

IAT Level II (Required)

Security clearance:

Secret (Required)

Work Location: In person

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