Information Technology Specialist, Journeyman

Information Technology Specialist
Information Technology Specialist, Journeyman
Wright-Patterson AFB
Dayton, OH

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking an Information Technology Specialist to support Headquarters, Air Force Materiel Command’s Special Security Office (HQAFMC/A2S) at Wright-Patterson AFB in Dayton, Ohio.         

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day IT, cybersecurity, endpoint, network, ISSM/ISSO, and administrative security support of classified SCIF environments for DoD agencies, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and HQ AFMC.
• Install, maintain, audit, refresh, configure, and troubleshoot secure Windows endpoints, hardware, firmware, applications, protocols, and LAN/WAN technologies to ensure reliable system performance.
• Apply DoD/AF cybersecurity standards, SCI security requirements, Common Criteria, ICDs, and applicable security policies.
• Support system security accreditation, IT certification, vulnerability analysis, Information Assurance, operational testing/inspections, and preparation of required security and certification documentation.
• Operate, acquire, and sustain IT systems supporting weapon systems and organizational operations, including standardized file structures and secure, seamless information sharing among leadership and staff.
• Coordinate with IT personnel, program managers, customers, DoD/Agency personnel, and industry partners to resolve technical issues, define requirements, improve security processes, and provide technical guidance. 

Education and Experience:

Must have one of the following combinations of education and experience:

•         Bachelor’s Degree and three (3) years’ experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed.
•          OR High School Diploma and six (6) years’ of directly related experience.
•      Must have experience working in a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF).
• Must have an IAT Level 2 certification or be able to attain one within 6 months of date of hire.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain a Top-Secret clearance by date of hire. 
• Must be able to travel, including air travel.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Accrued Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE:
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551.

CJ