Information and Technology (IT) Advisor Location: San Jose, Costa Rica Work Status: Full-time Clearance: MRPT certification or RSO certification for foreign nationals Position Status: Proposal – Pending Award Position Description ATSG is presently identifying candidates for an IT Advisor position in San Jose, Costa Rica. The IT Advisor will join the ATSG team and enhance our partnership with the U.S. Department of State (DOS) Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs' (INL) on the Central America Regional Security Initiative (CARSI) - Costa Rica task order. Based upon the success of the initial CARSI contract, this effort will expand the scope of work beyond Central American to include all WHA countries. The CARSI Initiative, a large and sophisticated multilateral security effort, provides funding for the USG to assist the governments of the CARSI countries with police professionalization, justice sector reform, counter narcotics efforts, border security management, crime and violence prevention, and anti-corruption efforts. Minimum Qualifications Local National (LN). RSO Clearance for foreign nationals. FSI level 3/3 Spanish. FSI level 3/3 English. Experience briefing in Spanish and English. Bachelor's degree in IT or related field; or ten (10) years of work experience may be substituted for the four-year degree if the individual has exceptional technical skills. Five (5) years of IT/helpdesk experience is required. Two (2) years of experience with Microsoft Server and SQL applications. Two (2) years of experience in IT management is desirable. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, MS Project, and internally developed databases. Proficient in Databases knowledge, MS SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Web development and integration and languages, HTML, PHP, SharePoint, Flash, and Silverlight. Must be current on new information technologies, hardware, software, upgrades, updates and compatibility issues and capable of suggesting applicable changes or modifications. Application Requirements All applications must be submitted in .pdf , .doc, or .docx format. Applications and resumes for this position are only accepted via electronic submission through ATSG Corporation's Consolidated Applicant Tracking System (CATS). Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and resumes will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from their electronic application and/or resume. About ATSG ATSG Corporation is a Veterans Affairs (VA) CVE-Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) based in Fairfax, VA with branch offices throughout Central America. Since 2004, ATSG has successfully deployed its experience and expertise to support the most challenging and complex projects for various Federal agencies. Our robust portfolio includes cutting-edge technical solutions and professional support in Program Management, Consulting, Operations and Planning Support, Training and Advisory Services, and IT and Knowledge Management. We take pride in our proven dedication to providing expert assistance to our government partners. ATSG provides a variety of services within the Intelligence Community and is experienced in areas such as Mobility, Enterprise Architecture, Data Processing, Law Enforcement Mission Support, and Acquisition Support. Our products may be diverse, but the results are one and the same—on schedule, on budget, and completed with superior quality. As an organization, we are consistently expanding our global footprint in the contracting community. We work hard to honor our commitment to our clients while ensuring our employees feel secure and empowered in their work. We take excellent care of our team, so they may have the freedom and confidence to focus on their missions and provide nothing but the best output on the work site and at home. ATSG Corporation is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer, our applicants and employees are protected from discrimination. Visit http://bit.ly/FederalEEO for more information. Equal access to programs, services and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department. To comply with Federal law, ATSG Corporation participates in E-Verify. Successful candidates must pass the E-Verify process after hire. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We respectfully request not to be contacted by recruiters and/or staffing agencies.
