Principal Computer Operations Analyst – Regional COSA (26-318)

Northrop Grumman•Colorado Springs, CO

9d•$94,200 - $141,200•Onsite

About The Position

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Principal Computer Operations Analyst – Regional COSA (26-318) 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, Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a crucial component of the Missile Defense System. It is an essential operational system that enables the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, monitor the battle, and actively control networked sensors and weapon systems to meet global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC provides layered missile defense capabilities that enable a well-coordinated response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It acts as a force multiplier by connecting, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations, both regionally and worldwide, to enhance performance. C2BMC is vital 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 that reports to the C2BMC Watch Officer (CWO) and is responsible for daily system monitoring, operations, and maintenance of the C2BMC systems within a 24/7 operations and test environment.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Aerospace Engineering, 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 DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start with the ability to obtain Top Secret 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
Willingness to travel 10% of the time for business needs
Possesses a solid background and experience in operating and maintaining large-scale computer and communication systems
Solid background and experience in system including Linux and Windows
Sound background and experience in troubleshooting hardware and software components
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Will provide first-level technical support to the warfighter and perform initial troubleshooting of all local C2BMC hardware, software, and networks
Will document and report all events and issues to the CWO and receive tasking and direction from the CCC for all operations, tests, and real-world events
Will also 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
The role involves rotating through a 24/7 shift schedule. The candidate will work a 12-hour shift, with the exact timing depending on mission requirements
Additional coverage during off shifts, such as nights and weekends, might be needed on a rotating substitute basis
Performs additional duties and assignments as needed