Command Network Systems Analyst

Navanti Group•Norfolk, VA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Navanti is seeking a Command Network Systems Analyst to support NATO Allied Command Transformation (ACT), specifically the HQ SACT Communications and Information Services (CIS) Branch under CAPDEV, in progressing the NATO Command Network Project. The project develops the strategic and operational command network connecting the NATO Command Structure, NATO Force Structure, and non-military actors. It supports NATO’s digital transformation and multi-domain operations by enabling secure data movement across strategic and tactical levels and across Land, Maritime, Air, Cyber, and Space domains. The analyst will provide enterprise architecture support and products and services for the project, working under the direction of the CIS Branch lead. Work includes developing a NATO Command Network strategy and ACT implementation plan; capturing and incorporating capability requirements, including FMN Spiral Specifications; identifying capability gaps and informing roadmaps and programming; supporting relevant ACO C2 network initiatives; and coordinating with NATO stakeholders, programs, and working groups. The role also includes planning and facilitating a stakeholder workshop in Europe, preparing project updates and management products, representing the project in ACT dashboards and SharePoint sites, and documenting NCN-related CWIX trials.

Requirements

At least 4 years of demonstrable experience in CIS capability integration, systems engineering, program management, CIS requirements, or an equivalent area.
University degree-level education (bachelor’s and/or master’s) in a relevant field, such as Computer Science and Electrical Engineering, Information Sciences and Technology, or Mathematics.
Ability to participate effectively in high-level discussions and workshops and prepare professional, high-quality documents for review.
Knowledge of project management techniques.
Knowledge of requirements management software such as DOORS Next Generation and its practical application within system development.
At least 3 years of demonstrated experience in business process modelling, concept development, and Business Intelligence and Reporting techniques.
Knowledge of NATO and its organizational structure, and previous experience working in an international organization.
Experience working in multinational defense environments such as NATO, or previous military experience.
Familiarity with military capability areas such as core services, communications, and functional services (e.g., Joint All-Domain C2).
A valid NATO SECRET-level security clearance or an active SECRET security clearance issued by a national authority.

Responsibilities

Provide products and support services to the CIS Branch, including enterprise architecture support for the NATO Command Network Project.
Conduct project activities under the direction of the CIS Branch lead for the NATO Command Network Project.
Plan and facilitate a NATO Command Network Project workshop with stakeholders in NATO HQ, ACO, NCI Agency, and other organizations in Europe to develop a strategy for realizing the NATO Command Network.
Incorporate NATO Command Network capability requirements through collaboration with Requirements Division Branches.
Incorporate FMN Spiral Specifications, initially including Spirals 4 and subsequent versions, and establish processes to transition specifications into capability requirements and programming allocations.
Identify and gather high-level NATO Command Network requirements supporting multi-domain operations, using conceptual, operational requirements, architectural, and high-level guidance.
Support ACT contributions to ACO C2 network initiatives, including development or execution of an implementation plan and development of ACT management products such as a capability program plan.
Consult with Enterprise Architecture, conceptual working groups, FMN gap analysis groups, program directors, and project managers within ACT and other relevant organizations.
Consult with project and program managers, operational users, business architects, systems engineers, and other stakeholders in NATO Commands and Agencies to obtain information for analysis and Digital Transformation outcomes.
Represent the NATO Command Network Project in ACT program management dashboards and SharePoint sites in accordance with HQ SACT guidance.
Develop presentations providing project updates to stakeholder groups.
Integrate and document NATO Command Network-related CWIX trials for inclusion into CWIX 2024.