IT Systems Analyst V (AFCAT) Network

Determine, in conjunction with supervisor, the technology areas to focus personal training on and when to enter the program for required training

Contractor shall obtain Department of Defense Cyber Defense Command (DCDC) certification in assigned technology areas (customer funded) and complete required assessments and evaluations.  Training must be completed no more than six months prior to the On-the-Job Training (OJT), check ride, and assessments.

Ensure all certification requirements are up to date, including a minimum of 4 assessments per technology area each fiscal year.

Contractor shall utilize appropriate tools and methodologies based on DCDC standard processes and procedures.

Stay informed on 688 CW/CC, AFCYBER/CC, and larger Air Force strategic priorities to inform base selection for CORAs.

Advocate with wing organizations for access to enterprise assets and capabilities to prepare for CORA.

Support daily assessment meetings to track progress and provide summaries to base leadership and 688 CW leadership.

Complete assessment checklists as required.

Perform in-depth technical assessments of network architecture, system configurations, and security controls.

Analyze network configurations to identify and document security weaknesses and assess associated risks.

Create clear, detailed reports of findings and provide recommendations for remediation.

Participate in regular teleconferences with base comm squadron leadership to identify issues and inform commanders on risk.

Provide written feedback on process update recommendations.

Coordinate travel arrangements with fellow assessment team members.

Complete supervisory and administrative tasks as required.

Complete other duties as assigned.

Requires a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) +5 years of experience, or 8+ years of related experience

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills

Must have excellent critical thinking skills

Possess an understanding of network architecture to include review of network diagrams/topology.

Possess an overall understanding of router/firewall/switch configurations.