Principal Computer Operations Analyst – Regional COSA (26-322)

Northrop Grumman • Colorado Springs, CO

1d • $94,200 - $141,200 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Principal Computer Operations Analyst – Regional COSA (26-322) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. Based at Schriever Space Force Base, CO, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels. This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options. The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a key component of the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, collectively monitor the battle, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that enable an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It serves as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations globally and regionally to improve performance. C2BMC is essential for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the current and future capabilities of missile defense systems. The chosen candidate will join a team reporting to the C2BMC Watch Officer (CWO), responsible for daily monitoring, operations, and maintenance of the C2BMC systems in a 24/7 operational and testing environment.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 5 years of experience; or a Master’s degree in a related field with 3 years of relevant work experience; or 9 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree.
• Applicants must have a current, active in-scope Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start with the ability to obtain Top Secret clearance and eligibility to be read on to SCI clearance.
• Applicants must have a current, active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security+ CE, SecurityX, CCNA Security, CySA+ , GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, CASP+ CE, CISSP, etc.) at the time of application, which is required to start. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their DoD 8140 certification throughout the entire contract period.
• Sound background and experience in operations and maintenance of large-scale computer and communications systems.
• Sound background and experience in system and/or network administration that include the following Linux, Windows.
• Sound background and experience troubleshooting hardware and software components.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Position requires rotating 24x7 shift work. Candidate will be assigned to a shift and an assignment (Ops or Training), to be determined by mission requirements.
• Some substitute rotation during off-shifts, including nights and weekends, will be required.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants with a current, active in-scope Top Secret security clearance and eligibility to be read on to SCI clearance at the time of application are highly desired.
• Experience and knowledge of C2BMC Systems or Missile Defense Systems are highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-level technical support to the warfighter and perform initial troubleshooting of all local C2BMC hardware, software, and networks.
• Document and report all events and issues to the CWO and receive tasks and direction from the CCC for all operations, tests, and real-world events.
• Assist with all hardware and software installations as directed by the local SMEs and create and maintain user accounts as directed by the local ISSO.
• Performs additional duties and tasks as needed.

Benefits

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• health insurance coverage
• life and disability insurance
• Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal