The Information Assurance Engineer determines enterprise information assurance and security standards. Develops and implements information assurance/security standards and procedures. Coordinates, develops, and evaluates security programs for an organization. Recommends information assurance/security solutions to support customers’ requirements. Identifies, reports, and resolves security violations. Education and Experience: • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline and 4-8 years of overall related experience. Specific experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree.. • Linux and/or Windows server experience. • Excellent project, technical, interpersonal, presentation and problem management skills. • ITIL Certification (Preferred) • Currently possess an active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to acquire a SCI. • Security+ certification or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT II Responsibilities: • The individual shall possess a working knowledge of the system or enclave functions, its technical IA safeguards, and its operational IA measures. • The individual needs to be flexible, dependable and be able to multi-task with priorities. • The position requires the individual have extensive background in information systems to include Information Assurance, Computer Network Defense, and secure network configuration practices for servers, switches and routers. • Determine applicability of Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts/Bulletins to assets. • Coordinate network scanning of assets and analyze reports to identify mitigation actions. • Implement software patches, upgrades, and configuration changes as directed by change control board • Validate security posture of assets (servers and network devices) using security technical information guides and security requirement guides • Collaborate with program information assurance staff, program management, and local engineers to ensure an appropriate security posture is maintained. • Candidate will assist in creating and maintaining system documentation and support accreditation activities. • The individual must satisfy both preparatory and sustaining DoD standard training and certification requirements as a condition of privileged access to any DoD information system. Knowledge and Skills: • Experience with a ticketing system such as BMC Remedy or ITSM • Experience with Cisco and Juniper network devices • Experience Information Assurance Technology Framework (IATF) Defense in Depth principles • Experience with DISA and DoD assessment and authorization processes (e.g., RMF). • Experience with VMware vSphere/ESXi 5. Technical Knowledge • Experience with big data applications. • Experience with ACAS, eMass, and HBSS • Must have experience or training in IA and IA supporting technologies and vulnerability assessment tools. • Working knowledge of DoD 8500 series and NIST 800-series. • Familiar with DISA and DoD security and IA policy and the application of security policy (e.g. STIGs) Clearance/Citizenship: • Top Secret • Must be US Citizen Travel Requirements: This position will involve less than 10% travel Location:  Scott AFB, IL