Information Technology (IT) Specialist (SkillBridge Intern) - 16 with Security Clearance
- Employer
- HII Mission Technologies
- Location
- Dayton, Ohio
- Posted
- Sep 12, 2024
- Closes
- Oct 01, 2024
- Ref
- 2822065278
- Discipline
- Safety / Security
- Position Type
- Internship / Student / Training, Specialist
- Specialty
- Autonomy
- Hours
- Full Time
- Organization Type
- Corporate, Other Corporate
Requisition Number: 16988 Required Travel: 0 - 10% Employment Type: Temporary Worker Security Clearance: TS/SCI Level of Experience: Intern This opportunity resides with Cyber & Electronic Warfare, a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace. Our deep expertise in network architecture, software and hardware development, cybersecurity and the electromagnetic environment uniquely enables us to support sensitive missions for federal agency partners. Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you. Summary This is an UNPAID internship through the DoD SkillBridge Program for transitioning active-duty US military personnel. DoD SkillBridge Internships are available to help transitioning active-duty military personnel gain real-world experience in the work force sometime during their final 180 days of active-duty service. The intern will actively train on meaningful projects and work closely with a mentor and with senior company leadership. HII Mission Technologies Internship programs are focused on placing transitioning military into internships that require KSAs, Education & Military Training similar to their current or previous military jobs; positions that could easily transition over to a full-time regular and permanent job with HII. Program Of Instruction For this internship, the SkillBridge intern will train as an Information Technology Analyst within HII-Mission Technologies, reporting to a designated HII Supervisor, with the goal of refining and enhancing current Information Technology Analyst fundamentals and principles. The intern will be assigned special projects as needed. Desired End State (3-4 month target) At the end of four months, the intern will be able to establish accounts, conduct system maintenance, and perform system recovery.
The intern will develop a good understanding of implementing maintenance and upgrade procedures to minimize disruption of normal business functions. This includes: planning, design, acquisition, installation and set-up, testing, accreditation, fielding, support, and disposition of IT equipment, components, and software
Mission Technologies will benefit from the military background of the SkillBridge intern and considers the SkillBridge internship an overall positive experience.
Training Plan Phase 1 - Basics Week 1: In processing, Introductions/office familiarization
Week 2: Intro to HII and customer teams - AFLCMC/WB
Week 3: Intro to IT Support to include planning, design, acquisition, installation and set-up, testing, accreditation, fielding, support, and disposition of IT equipment, components, and software
Week 4: Intro planning, scheduling, coordinating, installing, updating, and accomplishing day-today administration for software and hardware on multiple classified networks
Week 5: Intro managing IT network equipment to include switches, routers, and both basic and advanced configurations of firewalls
Phase 2 - Configuration & Optimization of Networks Week 6-7: Configure and troubleshoot Video Teleconferencing and Voice over IP telephone systems
Week 8-9: Support analysis and testing to ensure equipment and software additions and upgrades compatible with existing infrastructure
Week 10-11: Optimize the function and performance of network hardware and software to ensure IT system availability, integrity, efficiency, and reliability
Week 12-13: Troubleshoot, identify network problems and develop, coordinate, and implement corrective actions
Phase 3 - Network Troubleshooting & Maintenance and Security Administration Week 14: Support tracking of network equipment and software technology obsolescence and help analyze and prepare trades for future maintenance and replacement in support of IT budget planning
Week 15: Provide help desk support for all IT networks and communications systems for on-site and off-site personnel
Week 16: Support IT system back-up, data restoration, and disaster recovery
Week 17: Support basic maintenance for printers, scanners, monitors, and Keyboard Video Monitor (KVM) switches
Week 18: Preparation of required network cyber (IA) documentation
Week 19: Developing SOPs, and implementing audits, threat and vulnerability assessments, and applying security-related software tools to manage and control classified information systems
Week 20: Resolving information systems security incidents
Additional Goals Project management
Minimum Qualifications Active-Duty Military ONLY within final 180 days of active-duty service to actively participate. May apply up to 12 months prior to separation or retirement from active-duty military service. Must have TS/SCI security clearance
Must have Bachelor's Degree in a related field, and a minimum of five (5) years' experience maintaining IT systems or a minimum of ten (10) years' experience maintaining IT systems. DoD 8570 Information Assurance Management Level II certification, or equivalent, and 4 years of classified information systems experience working on DoD ACAT I, ACAT II, or ACAT. Physical Requirements Physical Requirements will vary and is dependent on the Program of Instruction. Why HII We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive. Today's challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It's why we're focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1- for assistance. Press for HII Technical Solutions.
The intern will develop a good understanding of implementing maintenance and upgrade procedures to minimize disruption of normal business functions. This includes: planning, design, acquisition, installation and set-up, testing, accreditation, fielding, support, and disposition of IT equipment, components, and software
Mission Technologies will benefit from the military background of the SkillBridge intern and considers the SkillBridge internship an overall positive experience.
Training Plan Phase 1 - Basics Week 1: In processing, Introductions/office familiarization
Week 2: Intro to HII and customer teams - AFLCMC/WB
Week 3: Intro to IT Support to include planning, design, acquisition, installation and set-up, testing, accreditation, fielding, support, and disposition of IT equipment, components, and software
Week 4: Intro planning, scheduling, coordinating, installing, updating, and accomplishing day-today administration for software and hardware on multiple classified networks
Week 5: Intro managing IT network equipment to include switches, routers, and both basic and advanced configurations of firewalls
Phase 2 - Configuration & Optimization of Networks Week 6-7: Configure and troubleshoot Video Teleconferencing and Voice over IP telephone systems
Week 8-9: Support analysis and testing to ensure equipment and software additions and upgrades compatible with existing infrastructure
Week 10-11: Optimize the function and performance of network hardware and software to ensure IT system availability, integrity, efficiency, and reliability
Week 12-13: Troubleshoot, identify network problems and develop, coordinate, and implement corrective actions
Phase 3 - Network Troubleshooting & Maintenance and Security Administration Week 14: Support tracking of network equipment and software technology obsolescence and help analyze and prepare trades for future maintenance and replacement in support of IT budget planning
Week 15: Provide help desk support for all IT networks and communications systems for on-site and off-site personnel
Week 16: Support IT system back-up, data restoration, and disaster recovery
Week 17: Support basic maintenance for printers, scanners, monitors, and Keyboard Video Monitor (KVM) switches
Week 18: Preparation of required network cyber (IA) documentation
Week 19: Developing SOPs, and implementing audits, threat and vulnerability assessments, and applying security-related software tools to manage and control classified information systems
Week 20: Resolving information systems security incidents
Additional Goals Project management
Minimum Qualifications Active-Duty Military ONLY within final 180 days of active-duty service to actively participate. May apply up to 12 months prior to separation or retirement from active-duty military service. Must have TS/SCI security clearance
Must have Bachelor's Degree in a related field, and a minimum of five (5) years' experience maintaining IT systems or a minimum of ten (10) years' experience maintaining IT systems. DoD 8570 Information Assurance Management Level II certification, or equivalent, and 4 years of classified information systems experience working on DoD ACAT I, ACAT II, or ACAT. Physical Requirements Physical Requirements will vary and is dependent on the Program of Instruction. Why HII We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive. Today's challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It's why we're focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1- for assistance. Press for HII Technical Solutions.