Assistant Information Technology (IT) Support Lead
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
ATS is looking for a qualified Assistant Information Technology (IT) Support Lead to support the Special Operations Mission Training Center Facility at Fort Bragg, NC.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support and assist the IT Support Lead in managing IT and cybersecurity operations for the Special Operations Mission Training Center, ensuring secure, compliant, and reliable information systems.
- Execute and maintain DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, including development, management, and sustainment of RMF packages within eMASS, to support Authority to Operate (ATO) requirements.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and security scans, utilizing ACAS/Nessus tools to identify, analyze, document, and track vulnerabilities and remediation actions.
- Develop, update, and maintain RMF artifacts, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), security control assessments, and supporting documentation.
- Monitor system security posture and assist with incident response, supporting detection, analysis, containment, and reporting of cybersecurity incidents in coordination with Government stakeholders.
- Support implementation and validation of security controls, ensuring compliance with NIST, FISMA, and DoD cybersecurity policies across Windows, Linux, and network environments.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to IT staff, supporting security best practices, system hardening, and continuous improvement of cybersecurity operations.
- Serve as a liaison with cybersecurity and accreditation authorities, supporting audits, inspections, and compliance reviews as required.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in information technology (IT) or Cybersecurity related field or an associate degree in Information Technology (IT) or Cybersecurity related field with five years' experience.
- Must possess a current certification that meets the requirements for the DCWF Information Systems Security Officer (722 at the Intermediate or Advanced proficiency level, such as CISSP or CISM.
- Must complete a minimum of 20 hours of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) annually, or as required to maintain their certifications, whichever is greater.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skill in the following areas (as evidenced by experience or training):
- Cybersecurity principles and methodologies.
- Risk management processes and frameworks.
- Network security architecture and protocols.
- Vulnerability assessment and penetration testing techniques.
- Security system design and implementation.
- Security incident response and handling.
- Compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and standards (e.g., NIST, FISMA, PCI DSS).
- Two years' experience managing DoD RMF packages within the eMASS system.
- Experience conducting vulnerability scans and analyzing results.
- Experience developing and maintaining RMF artifacts.
- Operating system security (Windows and Linux).
- Network security, architecture, protocols, and technologies.
- Vulnerability assessment and penetration testing techniques.
SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Two years' experience managing DoD RMF packages within the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Application (EMASS) system.
- Experience conducting vulnerability scans with ACAS/Nessus and analyzing scan results.
- Experience developing and maintaining RMF artifacts, such as the System Security Plan (SSP) and Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M).
Other Requirements:
US Citizenship required for this Position: Yes
Performance Location: Fort Bragg, North Carolina
Relocation Assistance: No
Clearance Type: Position requires an active SECERT clearance
Travel Required: Limited, within local training complex areas
Job Types: Full time, Contract
Work Location: In-person
Working Environment: The working environment is a high-security, fast-paced Special Operations training facility that operates in direct support of mission-critical and time-sensitive training events. Personnel work closely with military leadership, government representatives, contractors, and visiting units, often in a dynamic environment with frequent schedule changes, after-hours requirements, and surge operations. The position requires strict adherence to Army physical security policies, discretion when handling sensitive information, constant attention to detail, and a strong customer-service mindset while operating within controlled access areas and under Secret-level security clearance requirements.
