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Amentum · 1 month ago

Software Laboratory Senior IT Specialist

Dahlgren, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

Amentum is seeking a Software Laboratory Senior IT Specialist to support their team in Dahlgren, VA. The role involves providing technical knowledge and analysis of specialized applications, high-level systems analysis, and strategic advice to project staff for complex programs.

Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Keeps abreast of technological developments and applications. Provides technical leadership on major tasks or technology assignments. Establishes goals and plans that meet project objectives. Has domain and expert technical knowledge

Performs the following kinds of functions: Initiates, supervises, and/or develops requirements from a project’s inception to conclusion for complex to extremely complex programs

Provides strategic advice, technical guidance and expertise to program and project staff

Provides detailed analysis, evaluation and recommendations for improvements, optimization development, and/or maintenance efforts for client-specific or mission critical challenges/issues

Consults with client to define need or problem supervises studies and leads surveys to collect and analyze data to provide advice and recommend solutions

Decision making and domain knowledge may have a critical impact on overall project implementation

Qualification

Technical analysisInformation Assurance certificationNetwork security technologiesNIST 800-53 frameworksCompTIA Network+ CertificationTroubleshooting abilitiesCross-Domain Solution configurationProblem-solving

Required

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline with SIX (6) years of professional technical experience is desired

In lieu of a college degree, EIGHT (8) years of experience in Naval Tactical Systems or Information Technology that includes SIX (6) years of experience demonstrating an established knowledge base and subject matter expertise relevant to specific technical disciplines of the SOW will be sufficient

Requires a DoD 8570.01-M or successor Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification

Must have an Active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Secret Clearance

Preferred

CompTIA Network+ Certification

Experience with Nessus and ACAS, Strong knowledge of STIG compliance and NIST 800-53 frameworks. CCNP (or CCNA) or able to obtain within 6 months of start date

Proficiency in network security technologies—firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS. Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities. Experience with Cross-Domain Solution(s) configuration and review