Information Technology Assurance Specialist I

General Dynamics Information Technology

IT/IA Specialist providing support for Department of Defense agencies in Special Access Programs. Handling cybersecurity tasks and system administration with a focus on operational efficiency.

Posted 6/23/2026full-timeColorado Springs • Colorado, New Mexico • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $89,250 - $120,750 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityFirewalls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies
provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities
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 makeup 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

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of related experience
US Citizenship Required: Yes
IAT Level I or IAM Level I - within 6 months of hire (A+, NET+, etc.)
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
Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

a variety of medical plan options
some with Health Savings Accounts
dental plan options
a vision plan
a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
full flex work weeks where possible
a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
short and long-term disability benefits
life
accidental death and dismemberment
personal accident
critical illness and business travel and accident insurance

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Hard Skills & Tools

system administrationcybersecuritysystem configurationtroubleshootingnetwork appliance managementpatch managementvideo-teleconferencing (VTC) administrationhardware/software upgradesauthorization package preparationrisk management framework

Soft Skills

analytical skillscommunication skillsproblem-solvingattention to detailcustomer support

Certifications

IAT Level IIAM Level IA+Network+