Currently, ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Information Technology / Assurance Specialist III to join our team in the Los Angeles, CA area.The primary function is working with Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting SMC Directorates and/or AFSPC Operational Units. The position will provide "day-to-day" support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.Responsibilities:* 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 AIS accreditation packages.* Notify customer when changes occur that might affect AIS accreditation/certification.* Perform AIS self-inspections, provide security coordination and review of all system test plans.* Identify AIS vulnerabilities and implement countermeasures.* Ensure AIS and network nodes are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies and practices.* Perform VTC System Administration, Scheduling, & Configuration.* Provide guest networks Client Support.* Perform Account Creations, changes, & deletions.* Provide Help Desk & troubleshooting.* Perform Hardware/Software System Configuration, upgrades and modifications.* Provide Personal-Issue Laptop Support.* Perform Media Control & Accountability.* Perform COMSEC account/equipment management.* Provide leadership, mentoring, and quality assurance for Team Members.Basic Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent additional 4 years of experience in lieu of degree will be considered. * 8 years total related experience* Minimum 6 years of relevant SCI or SAP experience.* Minimum 3 years of SAP-related experience highly desired.* Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 2 and Information Assurance Manager Level 1 within 6 months of the date of hire.* Must complete training on Joint Security Implementation Guidance (JSIG) and Risk Management* Framework (RMF) Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) (if supported organization requires development of AIS accreditation packages).* Applicable Windows professional certifications, based on OS requirements for supported.* Willingness to travel within the organizational Area of Responsibility (AOR) (note - could be extensive and will include both air and ground transportation).* Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows 2000/2003/2007 Server, Microsoft Exchange Server 2003, Microsoft Windows XP/Vista 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 JAFAN 6/0, DCID/JAFAN 6/3, DCID/JAFAN 6/9, and Joint DODIIS/Cryptologic SCI Information Systems Security Standards, Common Criteria, and System Security Policy as they relate to C&A for Legacy systems.* Working knowledge and current relevant experience with PL1 & PL2 systems; experience with PL3 & PL4 cross domain solutions is desired.* Must be familiar with security policy/manuals and the appropriate ICDs/JAFANs/DOD Manuals and other guiding policy documents.Security Clearance:* Current Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility* Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information* Willingness to submit to a polygraphPreferred Qualifications:* Must have the ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners.* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).* Possess a high degree of originality, creativity, initiative requiring minimal supervision.