IT Systems Administrator

Prequel is seeking candidates for an IT Systems / Information Assurance Administrator position for a long-term DoD contract engagement. This role is fully remote but may require occasional travel to military facilities. Key responsibilities include:

Key Responsibilities:

System Administration

• Troubleshoot technical issues, often coordinating with vendors and external support teams.
• Conduct system vulnerability scans using tools like NESUS/ACAS and SCAP, ensuring compliance with security standards.

Information Assurance Administration

• Ensure compliance with NIST 800-53 requirements and federal regulations regarding PII, PHI, and HIPAA data protection.
• Manage information and artifacts in eMASS to maintain Authorization to Operate (ATO) approvals.
• Collaborate with internal and government teams to interpret Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements.
• Develop security policies and procedures and provide evidence of compliance.
• Work with DoD cloud policy requirements to implement RMF-compliant applications in cloud environments.
• Assist with Plan of Actions & Milestones (POAM) entries, security exercises, penetration tests, and accreditation documentation.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of Linux and Windows system administration.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash and PowerShell.
• Understanding of NIST 800-53 RMF policies, DoD security frameworks, and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing eMASS and authoring RMF plans and SOPs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Security Clearance: Must qualify for a Secret clearance.
• Experience:
• 5+ years of general IT experience.
• 3+ years in Information Assurance, working with STIGs and RMF.
• 1-2 years in risk assessments, security policy implementation, and IT security controls.
• Experience with cloud hosting (AWS or Azure).
• DoD experience is required.

Certifications: CISSP & Security+ certification