IT Operations & Planning Specialist

Amentum

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About The Position

Amentum is seeking an IT Operations and Planning Specialist to support the IT department for a government contract in Kauai, HI. This role is essential in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations by performing key planning, coordination and administrative functions. Use professional concepts and company goals to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Generally, work independently without supervision. May lead the work of others. This role will support IT leadership and maintain accurate documentation and reporting to meet contract requirements.

Requirements

• Education Bachelor’s Degree Business School preferred
• Years of directly related work experience may be substituted for a degree
• Certification: DOD Approved 8570 IAT Level I Baseline Certification within 6 months of start date
• Experience 8 years of relevant professional experience with a significant background in IT operations and office administration.
• Demonstrated experience with Network Operations and Change Management principles.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must possess strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance.
• Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. Applicants selected either must currently possess a Secret clearance or will be subject to a US Government Security Investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain clearance prior to commencement of employment and maintain a security clearance for access to classified information or Closed/Restricted Areas throughout duration of employment.

Responsibilities

• Planning & Coordination: Serves as the IT Operations planner and provides status updates to key leaders.
• Leads coordination efforts for the cross-functional team to meet contract requirements.
• Interfaces with internal functional teams and external customers for planning, prioritization, and issue resolution.
• Interact with and supports customers by applying specific program knowledge to execute program management tasks.
• Coordinates with internal and external program participants to support customer goals.
• Reporting & Documentation: Assists in researching and collecting data to prepare monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports.
• Prepares professional-looking spreadsheets, reports, and presentations utilizing Microsoft Office tools.
• Develops and maintains an organized filing system in compliance with record retention policies.
• Assists in the preparation and maintenance of company documents such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Department Internal Procedures (DIPs).
• Creates and maintains master files/schedules related to program history, execution, and status for the life of the program.
• Reviews, evaluates, and provides assessments of technical and non-technical program reports; research specific areas and prepares findings.
• Administrative & Program Support: Reviews and distributes incoming correspondence, drafts responses for review and signature.
• Assists in tracking and validating contract requirements and status.
• Assists in generating Purchase Requests (PR), Information Technology Procurement Requests (ITPR), and other related purchasing documentation.
• Coordinates and maintains program documentation including plans, schedules, briefings, and reports.
• Performs additional duties as directed by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities.
• Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance
• Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees