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Information Assurance Manager (IAM)

Location:	U.S. Embassy, IZ, Baghdad (Bagdad), Iraq, Middle East
Job Type:	Contract
Posted:	1st Jul 2010
Closing Date:	31st Dec 2011
Posted By:	Pelatron, Inc.
Details:
Information Assurance Manager (IAM) SCOPE U.S. Citizenship required - The Command & Control Systems (C2S) Programs Group is seeking an experienced Information Assurance Manager (IAM) to support the existing United States Forces-Iraq (USF-I) Headquarters in Iraq. RESPONSIBILITIES The IAM is responsible for creating, reviewing, updating and submitting paperwork for certification and accreditation procedures, processes, and regulatory requirements on DoD networks. Must be familiar with network vulnerability scanners (ex. Retina, Harris STAT, ISS, etc.) and document results in relation to residual risk identification. The candidate must have experience in incident handling processes (classified spillage) and the procedures necessary in returning a network to compliance. The candidate will implement and enforce security policies across the organization. They will be responsible for securing multiple networks of various classification levels. Additionally, the IA Manager shall be responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining the IA program and documentation pursuant to the DITSCAP process and related DoD IT security requirements and business best practices. This position requires hands-on expertise in the detection and protection of all information capabilities pertaining to the use of DoD information system software, hardware, and firmware. The candidate must be able to address IA in the management of systems configurations, mitigating identified IA vulnerabilities, and reporting and responding to IA violations and incidents. The IAM is responsible for other duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Valid U.S. Passport • Interim SECRET clearance or higher required • Must have a minimum of a BS or 5 years equivalent experience, with at least 3 years specific experience in information assurance or network security • Must have a firm understanding of certification and accreditation procedures, processes, and regulatory requirements • Must be willing to travel routinely, sometimes to hazardous duty areas throughout Iraq • Must hold certification as an Information System Auditor (CISA) • Must understand and be able to generate and implement an Interim Approval to Operate package • Must be DoD IA Level II certified • Knowledgeable with the DITSCAP process • Must meet overseas medical deployment qualifications DESIRED SKILLS • Certifications in: CISSP, SANs, Cisco and Microsoft • Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment with short timelines • Ability to maintain a professional and courteous manner in difficult situations • Ability to maintain high-quality work to manage multiple critical projects • Ability to perform and participate in a team-oriented environment • Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of users • Excellent customer service skills and demeanor REQUIRED EDUCATION (INCLUDING MAJOR) A minimum Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related technical experience is required. Pelatron is an Equal Opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor.

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