Information Assurance; IA Specialist – SCI/SAP
Listed on 2026-01-27
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Information Security, IT Support, Systems Administrator
Information Assurance Specialist – SCI/SAP
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Advanced Decision Vectors, LLC (ADV), established in 2009, provides superior program management, program support, strategic planning, and systems engineering to the Federal and Commercial sectors. Located in Alexandria, Virginia, ADV is a Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) contractor with roots in the Department of Defense and supporting agencies. Company values:
Integrity, Distinction, Experience, and Achievement.
Our customer, the Headquarters United States Space Force (HQ USSF) Director of Staff Security Office (SF/DSZ), is responsible for cybersecurity and information assurance oversight of classified information systems supporting SCI and Special Access Program (SAP) IT missions across the United States Space Force. ADV is the prime contractor for this multi‑year effort.
We are seeking an Information Assurance (IA) Specialist to support cybersecurity and compliance operations for HQ USSF. This role provides hands‑on IA and Cyber Assurance support across SCI and SAP IT environments, working alongside the ISSO and ISSM to maintain secure, compliant, and authorized systems.
Key Information- On‑site presence required Monday‑Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; no telework. Located at the Pentagon in Washington, DC; candidates must reside in the DC metropolitan area.
- Active Top‑Secret clearance with SCI required.
- Provide day‑to‑day IA support for classified systems operating in JWICS/AFJWICS, SIPRNet, and NIPRNet environments.
- Support secure system operations per DoD cybersecurity policies, RMF requirements, and approved security authorization artifacts.
- Assist with compliance validation, system monitoring, and operational cybersecurity checks.
- Support cybersecurity incident response activities, documentation, and reporting under ISSO/ISSM direction.
- Support RMF activities across the system lifecycle.
- Assist with development, maintenance, and updates of RMF documentation, including:
- System Security Plans (SSPs)
- Continuous Monitoring artifacts
- Security assessment evidence
- Support ATO sustainment activities using XACTA (JWICS/AFJWICS) and eMASS (NIPR/SIPR).
- Track and support remediation of POA&Ms resulting from cybersecurity assessments and reviews.
- Provide IA support to SCI and SAP IT environments.
- Assist with SAP IT coordination, data calls, and taskers with government stakeholders.
- Verify personnel access prerequisites (clearances, need‑to‑know, training) prior to system access in coordination with the ISSO.
- Support maintenance of SCIF and system baselines, including documentation of approved hardware, software, and firmware configurations.
- Support annual Cybersecurity Self‑Assessments and Program Reviews.
- Assist with preparation of documentation and evidence for inspections, audits, and compliance reviews.
- Ensure IA and cybersecurity documentation remains current, accurate, and audit‑ready.
- Work closely with the ISSO, ISSM, ISSE, Information Security Officers (ISO), system owners, and government leads.
- Coordinate with helpdesk, asset management, and cybersecurity teams to support system sustainment.
- Stay current on DoD instructions, cybersecurity guidance, SOPs, and policy updates relevant to IA responsibilities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or related field.
- Active Top‑Secret clearance with SCI.
- 5+ years of experience in IA, Cybersecurity, or Information Security within a DoD or Intelligence Community environment.
- Working knowledge of RMF and DoD Information Assurance processes.
- Experience supporting SCI environments and familiarity with SAP security.
- Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA‑Security, GIAC GICSP).
- Ability to work on‑site full‑time (Pentagon) in a classified environment.
- Master’s degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field.
- Experience with XACTA and/or eMASS.
- Experience supporting JWICS / AFJWICS.
- Prior…
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