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ITA is seeking an Installation Access Control/Defense Biometrics Identification Systems Support Professional to join the team in Kuwait.

Work is to be accomplished for the United States Air Force Central Command at Shaw AFB, South Carolina. Direct support will be provided to the 9th Air Force Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron performing Base Security Operations and Support services at Al Dhafra AB, UAE; Ali Al Salem AB, Kuwait; Al Mubarak Air Base, Kuwait; Al Jaber AB, Kuwait; Prince Sultan AB (PSAB), Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA); Muwaffaq-Salti AB (MSAB), Jordan; Al Udeid AB, Qatar and in CONUS.

The Contractor shall:

- Manage the Defense Biometrics Identification System. Perform a variety of duties
directly related to the development and/or management of the Installation Access Control Program supporting the mission of the major command.
- Manage the Program that extend sfrom the HQ staff level over several echelons to field units, and present very considerable complexities due to their structuring and extensive relationships (functional and financial).
- Analyze a variety of complex and extensive policies, plans, regulations, and other
higher-level guidance to determine overall impacts on specific program areas and functions of the Installation Access Control Program.
- Develop guidance, objectives, policies, plans, and procedures regarding the management of the Installation Access Control Program. Review superior, lateral, and subordinate command decisions on and/or interpretation of supplied guidance to assess their impact on the Installation Access Control Program. Perform review and analysis to ensure that resources supplied to subordinate commands are used in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.
- Review and analyze a variety of other types of documents to ensure consistency between and among these and the organization’s functions.
- Perform supply justification, prioritization, and cost guidance for Installation Access Control Program resources funding.
- Serve as subject matter expert on the Installation Access Control Program. Reconcile
Installation Access Control Program.

Candidates must have:

- Thorough understanding of USAFCENT Installation Access Control Programs (IACS), goals, and objectives, and understand the interrelationships of individual programs in regards to other programs and functions.

- Skill in formal and informal briefings, negotiations, and training to senior staff
members, USAFCENT commanders and end-users of regulations and IACS. Prepare information papers for dissemination throughout the USAFCENT Theater of operations, as needed.

- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office.

- Three (3) years of experience and knowledge of USAFCENT Installation IACS.

- A current state and Government Driver’s License.

- Active Secret Clearance

All employees must successfully pass all medical screening as required per CENTCOM deployment standards.

Under the 9AF ESFS contract, all applicants are subject to an in-depth background check to ensure regulation compliance.  Eligible applicants will not have any of the following:

• Pending criminal or civil charges (including divorce/child custody proceedings)
• Felony arrest record
• Alcohol related arrest in the last five years
• Any type of moral turpitude arrest record/history (including, but not limited to, prostitution, pandering, voyeurism, public indecency)
• Any type of involvement in hate crimes
• History of violence
• Involvement in any group or organization that espouses extralegalviolence as a legitimate means to achieve an end

ITA International proudly complies with all federal and state benefit and pay transparency laws. Employees of ITA can expect a robust benefit package, including:

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability insurance (where applicable)
• Voluntary ancillary benefit options
• 401k retirement benefits with employer matching contributions

ITA International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), ITA International would like to ensure that your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If you would like to preview the physical requirements for this position, or if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with ITA, please contact us by phone at 757-246-6781 or email us at HR@ita-intl.com.