IA Technician Level II-Atlanta, Ga or Orlando, Fl - Military veterans preferred

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ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY: 

Comtech Systems, Inc (CSI) is looking for Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II candidates who will manage network environment (NE) and advanced level CE support. They pay special attention to intrusion detection, finding and fixing unprotected vulnerabilities, and ensuring that remote access points are well secured. These positions focus on threats and vulnerabilities and improve the security of systems. Candidates will be expected to work with a spirit of cooperation and must exhibit a tenacious work ethic while possessing the drive and critical thinking to excel in potentially tumultuous conditions.   

• Prefer candidates with a valid US passport.  
• Must have an active, current Secret Clearance.

ABOUT THE COMPANY: 

At our core, Comtech employees are driven by innovation. We are leaders in the advanced global commercial and government communications market. A career at Comtech enables you to design, develop, produce, and market innovative products, systems, and services for advanced communications solutions. You will facilitate and enhance the way people, businesses, and governments communicate around the world. 

Comtech Systems, Inc (CSI). is a leading provider of mission critical solutions to government and civilian agencies with a focus on C4ISR solutions using any type of network, whether mobile, fixed, static, terrestrial, marine, airborne or in space. To help our customers combat a growing number of cyber-attacks on their systems, we provide training and certification and vulnerability compliance assessment. Comtech designs, develops, produces, and markets innovative products, systems, and services for advanced communications solutions. We are technology leaders in the markets that we serve and conduct our business through Government solutions. Our market segments consist of: Tactical Communications, Space & Component Technology, Mobile Datacom, and Cyber Security Solutions. 

PRIMARY DUTIES: 

All candidates will perform the following duties: 

• Manage accounts, network rights, and access to Network Environmental (NE) systems and equipment.  
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot IA solutions in a deployed environment to include MacAfee ePolicy Orchestrator (EPO) Server, Blue Coat SG Proxy, Microsoft WSUS, eEye Retina Scanner.  
• Install, test, maintain, and upgrade network operating systems software and hardware to comply with IA requirements.  
• Implement applicable patches including IAVAs, Information Assurance & Vulnerability Bulletin (IAVBs), and Technical Assessment (TAs) for their NE.  
• Provide end user support for all IA related applications for the NE.  
• Perform IA related customer support functions including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, customer assistance, and/or training, in response to customer requirements for the NE.  
• Write and maintain scripts for the NE.  
• Support, monitor, test, and troubleshoot hardware and software IA problems pertaining to the NE.  
• Identify IA vulnerabilities resulting from a departure from the implementation plan or that were not apparent during testing.  
• Configure, optimize, and test network servers, hubs, routers, and switches to ensure they comply with security policy, procedures, and technical requirements.   
• Ensure that hardware, software, data, and facility resources are archived, sanitized, or disposed of in a manner consistent with system security plans and requirements. 
• Diagnose and resolve IA problems in response to reported incidents.  
• Research, evaluate, and provide feedback on problematic IA trends and patterns in customer support requirements.  
• Perform system audits to assess security related factors within the NE.  
• Develop and implement access control lists on routers, firewalls, and other network devices.  
• Install perimeter defense systems including intrusion detection systems, firewalls, grid sensors, etc., and enhance rule sets to block sources of malicious traffic.  
• Apply security requirements to an operating system for the NE or Communication Environment (CE) used in their current position.  
• Adhere to Information System (IS) security laws and regulations to support functional operations for the NE.  
• Support Security Test and Evaluations (Part of Certification and Accreditation Process).  
• Obtain and maintain IA certification appropriate to position in accordance to DoD 8570.01-M
• Certified as a IAT Level II Network environment (NE) Advanced Computing Environment (CE) level support within 6 months, mandatory for unsupervised privileged access.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             
• Correct flaws and implement IAT controls in the hardware or software installed within their operational systems. 

SKILLS REQUIRED: 

All candidates will have the following minimum skills: 

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in information assurance technology or related areas.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally with diverse audiences, internally and externally to foster strong teamwork. 
• Work well independently or as a member of a team environment. 
• Detail-oriented, with strong analytical skills.  

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

Preferred Associate’s degree in Cyber Security, OR seven (7) years of recent specialized experience. 

• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office. 
• Experience in maintaining certifications related to the requirement of the position. 

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

All candidates will have one (1) of the following required certification(s):

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Security
• CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
• Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) 
• GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
• CompTIA Security+ CE
• Certified Network Defender (CND)
• Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

Comtech offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and flexible paid time off options, for eligible employees: 

• Medical, Dental and Vision 
• LTD, Supplemental Life insurance and AD&D 
• Comprehensive 401k plan 
• Vacation accrual of 10 days annually 
• Bereavement, Military, and Jury Duty Leave

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.