C2 Systems Analyst IV

Linchpin Solutions, Inc.; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

FSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

PTO and holidays

EAP

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Linchpin Solutions, Inc. seeks a Senior C2 Systems Analyst with 15+ years of Marine Corps/Joint C2 experience to provide expert-level analysis, requirements assessment, and system architecture support on-site at Quantico.

You will liaise with HQMC and other senior stakeholders, mentor staff, and help drive training modernization aligned with doctrine. Responsibilities include overseeing complex analyses, evaluating emerging technologies, and guiding curriculum updates to ensure operational

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• High-level analytical and critical thinking abilities expected.
• Ability to brief senior O-6/GS-15 leadership and staff-level working groups.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in joint/coalition environments.
• Experience with organizational prioritization and project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site analytical efforts for MOCTT and MISTC mission areas.
• Mentor mid- and junior C2 Analysts to ensure rigor and doctrinal alignment.
• Coordinate with HQMC, MCCDC/CD&I, MCSC, and TECOM leadership on C2 training needs.
• Develop and connect POI updates to training curriculum and courseware.
• Engage in high-level working groups and decision forums to shape C2 modernization.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Briefing senior leadership

Independent and collaborative work

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office Suite

C2 systems knowledge

JCIDS, PPBE, DoD 5000 processes

POI/update recommendations

Cross-stakeholder coordination

Training and curriculum alignment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Systems Engineering

Advanced coursework or certifications in C2 or interoperability

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Clearance

Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance

Work Schedule

Fulltime, On-site Marine Corps Base Quantico, VA; routine travel to <25%, CONUS/OCONUS

Role Overview

The Senior C2 Systems Analyst provides expert-level technical analysis, requirements assessment, and systems architecture support to both the MOCTT and MISTC C2 Analysis Services mission areas. This role brings more than 15 years of experience in Marine Corps and Joint Command and Control (C2) systems, interoperability standards, and modernization initiatives. Serving as the senior analytical authority on-site at MSTP’s MISTC/MOCTT Headquarters, the Senior C2 Systems Analyst leads complex analysis efforts, evaluates emerging technologies, identifies impacts on training and doctrine, and provides recommendations for curriculum adjustments, training modernization, and enterprise-level C2 integration initiatives. The Senior Analyst acts as the primary technical liaison to senior stakeholders across HQMC, MCCDC/CD&I, MCSC, MAWTS-1, MEFs, and TECOM enterprise organizations, representing the MISTC/MOCTT training enterprise at high-level working groups and decision forums. The Senior Analyst also provides mentorship and oversight to mid-level and junior C2 Systems Analysts, ensuring analytic rigor, quality, and doctrinal alignment in all outputs.

General Skillset

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High-level analytical and critical thinking abilities
• Ability to brief senior O-6/GS-15 leadership and staff-level working groups
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in joint/coalition environments
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Specific Skillset

• Deep knowledge of MAGTF C2 systems, architectures, and Joint/coalition interoperability standards
• Expert proficiency in JCIDS, PPBE, and DoD 5000 acquisition processes
• Ability to analyze POR changes (software, hardware, TTPs) and determine downstream impacts on courseware, collective training, and operational employment
• Experience writing formal C2 products including SOPs, LOIs, training pamphlets, decision papers, and doctrinal recommendations
• Skilled in conducting comparative analysis of emerging vs. legacy C2 systems (e.g., software baselines, interoperability implications, configuration changes)
• Ability to integrate lessons learned from Joint/Service databases into training, doctrine, and curriculum recommendations
• Familiarity with Marine Corps and Joint planning processes, FMF C2 operations, and multi-domain integration
• Ability to work with Instructional Designers and Curriculum Developers to translate analytical outcomes into POI update recommendations
• Experience engaging in forums across HQMC PP&O, I&L, AVN, and P&R; MCCDC/CD&I; MAGTF Training Command; MCTOG; MCLOG; MAWTS-1; and Service/coalition partners

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or related field
• Advanced coursework or certifications in C2 systems, systems engineering, or Joint interoperability preferred

Experience Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in Marine Corps or Joint C2 systems analysis, systems engineering, program management, or operational C2 integration
• Experience supporting MEF/MSC-level operations, C2 modernization, or Service-level training institutions (e.g., MSTP, MCTOG, MAWTS-1)
• Experience coordinating across multiple stakeholder organizations and participating in Joint/Service C2 working groups

Role Integration

The Senior C2 Systems Analyst is a Key Member Of The MISTC HQ Enterprise Support Team, Working Directly Under The MOCTT Lead/PM. The Analyst Integrates Horizontally With MISTC Site Leads (courseware impact analysis & curriculum alignment), Senior Instructional Designers (POI revision input), Doctrine SMEs (TTP and doctrinal update recommendations), Senior Systems Engineers (technical configuration insights & system baselines). This role leads high-level engagements with senior leadership across HQMC, MCCDC/CD&I, MCSC, and TECOM enterprise organizations to synchronize C2 training requirements with system modernization timelines. The Senior Analyst conducts enterprise-level data collection, analysis, and coordination to ensure curriculum reflects current operational realities and future capabilities. They guide mid- and junior-level C2 Analysts in producing research products, technical documentation, analysis papers, and briefings supporting MISTC and MOCTT missions. They also support MOCTT BSTEX and major training events by deploying to MEF/MSC locations to conduct C2 assessments, gather lessons learned, and provide direct system/employment insights to training units.

Impact

The Senior C2 Systems Analyst ensures that Marine Corps C2 training, doctrine, and curriculum remain aligned with evolving MAGTF, Joint, and coalition operational requirements. Through rigorous analysis, multi-echelon coordination, and expert-level understanding of C2 systems and architecture, this role shapes the future of C2 training and readiness across the Fleet Marine Force. Their work directly influences POI updates, informs multi-domain integration strategies, and enhances training realism and system employment accuracy. By connecting changes in programs of record to training pipelines, the Senior Analyst ensures Marines receive accurate, relevant, and actionable training aligned with the operational environment, ultimately improving the Marine Corps’ ability to command and control forces in complex, contested battlespaces.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-funded disability and life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and company‑paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Educational assistance and parental leave

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.