IT Specialist (Intermediate)
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COLSA is seeking candidates for a role supporting the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) under the Information Technology and Cybersecurity Management (ITCM) contract.
- Provide expertise in IT system planning project management support
- Review, analyze, and evaluate issues to facilitate effective and efficient service delivery to meet customer needs
- Prepare briefings, white papers, information papers, recommendations, governance metrics, and policy assessments
- Collaborate with customers to identify and document project requirements
- Perform analysis on how to meet user demands for higher reliability and availability of services while meeting DoD requirements
- Continuously oversee, monitor, and track IT contract(s) for cost, schedule, and performance; and provide monthly metrics and status
- Provide expert support to government contracting representatives for associate contractors in the execution and administration of new project and baseline tasks
- Develop descriptive tasking language and assist with government cost estimates
- Assist with government technical evaluations and recommendations to the Contracting Officer
- Participate in weekly meetings and customer requirements meetings to prepare and submit bi-weekly reports
- Assist with developing, documenting, and implementing improved IT efficiencies
- Assist with reviewing, editing, and completing Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) associated with various DoD contracts
- Identify trends or other issues that may require special consideration or procedures
- Submit for and track status of DoD approvals required for new contract efforts
- Evaluate and recommend changes to existing policies and guidance
- Document new workflows and recommend enhancements to existing workflows to ensure they reflect current activities
- Coordinate with customers to develop Program Management Review briefings
At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here.
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Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a STEM-related field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) from an accredited institution, and a minimum of 8 years of relevant IT experience supporting missile defense or other complex, large-scale Department of Defense (DoD) programs or projects.
- Acceptable Alternative: Bachelor’s degree in a non-STEM field from an accredited institution, and a minimum of 12 years of relevant IT experience supporting missile defense or other complex, large-scale DoD programs or projects.
- Demonstrated operational support experience and attention to detail
- Must be able to work independently and/or participate on teams to analyze and resolve problems
- U.S. Citizenship required; Active Secret security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to quickly and accurately process multiple assignments with aggressive timelines in a fast paced environment
- Familiarity with Cisco, Microsoft, or VMWare products
- Familiar with Security Technical Implementation Guides
- Familiar with NIST Risk Management Framework
- Working experience with Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF) and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
The salary range, if referenced, represents a good faith estimate. COLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.
COLSA offers a comprehensive and customizeable benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays.
This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 business days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.
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