IT Operations Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to make decisions, plan, manage tasks, and direct resources to to operate and maintain the FISMA High system computers and networks
• Maintaining information assurance in compliance to DOC and NOAA IT Security policies and maintaining control implementation and documentation in accordance with NIST 800-53 r5 high-impact security controls.
• Determines security requirements by evaluating business strategies and requirements; researching information security standards; conducting system security and vulnerability analyses and risk assessments; studying architecture/platform; identifying integration issues; preparing cost estimates.
• Plans security systems by evaluating network and security technologies; developing requirements for local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), virtual private networks (VPNs), routers, firewalls, and related security and network devices; designs public key infrastructures (PKIs), including use of certification authorities (CAs) and digital signatures as well as hardware and software; adhering to industry standards.
• Maintains security security plan by monitoring and ensuring compliance to standards, policies, and procedures; developing and conducting training programs.
• Maintain security standards of the information systems by monitoring the IT environment; identifying security and operational gaps; evaluating and implementing enhancements.
• Prepares system security reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 8 - 10 years management complex large scale technology programs
• BA/BS Degree
• Must be able to successfully obtain a Public Trust

CERTIFICATIONS

Should possess and maintain one or more of the following technical certifications or equivalent industry certifications.

• ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• ISC2 Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (ISSAP) - Highly Desireable
• ISC2 Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• ISACA Certified Information System Manager (CISM)
• ISACA Certified Information System Auditor (CISA)
• GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC)
• EC-Council Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO)
• Cisco Certified Architect (CCAr)
• Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE)
• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Security
• Axelos ITIL Master
• Axelos ITIL Strategic Leader (SL)

We are seeking a IT Operations Manager to join our team supporting NOAA Cyber Security Center (NCSC) Enterprise Security Center (ESOC) in Silver Spring, MD. / Fairmont, WV.

The NCSC provides comprehensive cyber security services to the NOAA and its partners’ IT enterprise as a shared service. As part of NOAA’s Cyber Security Division NCSC provides services to achieve NOAA’s and other stakeholders cybersecurity mission: to protect and defend the use of cyberspace from cyber-attacks, and to protect NOAA information and information systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction.  

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Silver Spring, MD/Fairmont, WV
• Type of environment: Office
• Noise level: Low
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizen

Clearance requirement: NOAA Specific: Public Trust

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $110,000 - $143,000.  The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements.  The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees. 

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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