GNOSC Watch Officer/Network Engineer

Cimarron Inc.; Schriever Space Force Base (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cimarron Inc. is seeking a GNOSC Watch Officer/Network Engineer to support MDA on the IRES contract at Schriever Space Force Base, CO. The role covers 24/7 network operations, monitoring, incident management, and cybersecurity in a high-sensitivity environment.

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen with an active Secret clearance and DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification. Background checks and a Real ID may be required.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance required and DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification.
• U.S. citizen eligible for facility access and pre-employment checks.
• Minimum 1 year of IT experience in a security-conscious environment.
• Experience with ITIL-based processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage all facets of a 24/7 Global Network Operations and Security Center.
• Monitor networks, systems, and cloud environments; handle incident management.
• Escalate and communicate status and actions to executives and government customers.
• Coordinate Change Management during rotating day/night shifts.

Skills

Executive communication

Security clearance

Multi-tasking

IAT Level II

IT experience

Education

DoD 8570 IAT Level II

Active Secret Clearance

Tools

Remedy

SolarWinds

StruxureWare DES

HBSS

ACAS

Job description

Position Introduction/Key Duties

Cimarron is seeking a GNOSC Watch Officer/Network Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract at Schriever Space Force Base in the Colorado Springs, CO area.

Key Duties

• Responsible for all facets of a continuous 24/7 Global Network Operations and Security Center.
• Execute network, system, and cloud systems monitoring/surveillance, environmental monitoring, incident management and MDA Cybersecurity.
• Be responsible for all aspects of IT incident management and escalation, ensuring that incidents are effectively escalated, managed and resolved with full communication of status, plans, and actions provided to executive management and the Government customer.
• Support and service maintenance activities to include Change Management coordination during the assigned quarterly rotating shift day/night shifts.

Required Skills, Experience, and Education

• Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration at this time.
• Ability to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which will include, but is not limited to, testing for marijuana use.
• This position requires access to federal facilities. Candidates must possess a valid, unexpired Real ID-compliant driver's license or state-issued identification card at the time of hire. If you are unsure whether your ID is Real ID-compliant, please check for the star symbol in the upper portion of your driver's license or state ID.
• Active Secret Clearance.
• Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (ex., Security + CE, CySA, etc.).
• 1 or more years of IT experience.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, at both technical and senior/Executive management levels.
• Understanding of Command level Management.
• Able to speak clearly to diverse cultural audiences, VIPs, and dignitaries.
• Able to perform as a section trainer and create lesson plans.
• Able to operate within a stressful high speed Operational environment and be able to multi-task.

Desired Skills, Experience, And Education

• Experience in metrics-based IT Operations and Maintenance (O&M) teams.
• Experience with Remedy and SNMP monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds and StruxureWare Datacenter Expert).
• Have education or experience with ITIL framework and ITIL-based processes, to include continual service improvement, change management, and problem investigation.
• Previous work experience as a Windows/Linux System Administrator supporting a large Enterprise with knowledge of
• Microsoft Active Directory, Windows 2008/2012, Linux/UNIX Operating Systems, EMC Storage, Symantec NetBackup and SCCM Patch Management solutions.
• Previous work experience as a network engineer, including hands-on experience designing, implementing and managing network components including switches, routers, firewalls, and cryptographic devices.
• Experience with Cyber-defense or information assurance, including experience with DISA mandated security tools to include Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Host Based Security System (HBSS), analyze results and create reports
• Knowledge of IT Network Operations and connectivity devices that inter-relate with Public Key Infrastructure authentication and Information Security practices.
• Network Operations experience in a network operations center or other 24x7x365 IT Operations environment.
• Knowledge of Cybersecurity principles and how to execute system/network security analysis.
• Have a working knowledge of Tier III Information Assurance practices, IT security governance, security administration, project management, logistics, and Cybersecurity compliance requirements.
• Quality Assurance/Quality Control Inspection process knowledge.

Business Profile

Cimarron is a global solutions company with a strategic partnering approach to satisfying customer-driven requirements. We ensure customer success with a modern approach and experienced leadership. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Cimarron is fueled by highly skilled employees, developing new innovative technologies, and delivering superior products and services. We believe in recognizing employees' worth by offering competitive salaries and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, educational reimbursement, and much more. From company communication through Company-wide information meetings led by our President and CEO, to an Awards program designed to recognize our amazing employees and their accomplishments, you will not only feel like you are a part of a team, you will be a valued member of the Cimarron family. Cimarron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.