Operations Specialist II Watchstanding with Security Clearance

TENICA Global Solutions; Silverdale (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TENICA and Associates LLC in Silverdale, WA seeks an Operations Specialist II (Watchstander) to support a Navy Regional Operations Center. The role requires 24/7 situational awareness, monitoring, and information sharing using C4I tools within the ROC.

Position involves 12-hour shifts, seven days on, followed by seven days off, and requires an active DoD SECRET clearance. U.S. citizenship is required; Bachelor's degree is preferred though a high school diploma is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Active DoD SECRET clearance required to be considered
• High School diploma required; Bachelor's degree desired
• Ability to analyze information and make recommendations under pressure
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• U.S. citizenship required

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 situational awareness and understanding of region activities
• Prepare oral and written briefings and disseminate briefings
• Maintain and track status of ROC equipment
• Respond to situations requiring immediate action or notification
• Support crisis action management for regional operations
• Screen, categorize and distribute incoming messages
• Control access to the Regional Operations Center
• Coordinate Continuity of Operations activities
• Prepare execute summaries and reports per policy/SOPs
• Process information into situational awareness displays
• Provide all-hazards warnings
• Coordinate with Protection Ashore teams including fire, emergency services and AT/EM staffs

Skills

Analytical thinking

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor's degree desired

Job description

Department

CNIC

Location

Silverdale, WA ACTIVE DOD SECRET CLEARANCE REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION Salary: $65,000 7 days on / 7 days off

Position Description

As the Operations Specialist II (Watchstander) in a Navy Regional Operations Center, located in Silverdale, WA, you will support the monitoring, collection and sharing of all aspects of information and knowledge management using Command, Control, Communications, Computer and Intelligence (C4I) tools in the Operations Center. The requirements include maintaining 24/7 situational awareness and situational understanding in accordance with the Commander's Critical Information Requirements (CCIRs), Operation Reports (OPREPs), local directives, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Position requires shift work (12 hours a day for seven days, then 7 days off) working periodic rotations for Night Shift.

Responsibilities

Provide 24/7 situational awareness and situational understanding of activities of interest in the Region

• Prepare oral and written briefings and disseminate briefings
• Maintain and track status of equipment in ROC
• Provide immediate response to situations requiring immediate action or notification regarding ongoing activities in Region
• Support crisis action management in support of Region operations
• Screen, categorize and distribute incoming messages
• Control access into the Regional Operations Center
• Execute Continuity of Operations activities
• Prepare execute summaries and other reports as directed and required by policy and Standard Operating Procedures
• Receive and process information into situational awareness displays
• Provide all-hazards warnings
• Coordinate with core Protection Ashore capabilities including Fire and Emergency Services, Anti-Terrorism, and Emergency Management staffs

Qualifications

AN ACTIVE DOD SECRET CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED AN APPLICANT FOR THIS POSITION

• Knowledge of DOD Title 10 responsibilities desired
• Knowledge of Navy/DOD organization, role of CNIC, and Navy/DOD mission
• Demonstrate the ability to analyze information and make recommendations under rapidly changing conditions
• Demonstrate the ability to articulate complex issues and resolutions both orally and verbally
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and work under constant pressure
• Skills in applying complex fact-finding, analytical, and problem solving methods and techniques
• Skill in written and oral communications sufficient to prepare and present findings and recommendations to senior officials
• Ability to work multiple actions concurrently
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Education and/or Experience

High School diploma required, Bachelor's Degree desired

• Military Experience Preferred
• Five years DOD or DHS operations center environment experience recommended

Requirements/Abilities

Must complete the following on-line courses before work start date: FEMA Course IC 100, Introduction to Incident Command System

• FEMA Course IC 200, IC for Single Resources/Initial Action
• FEMA Course IS-700, National Incident Management System
• FEMA Course IS-800, National Response Plan

Employment Type: Full-Time Geographic Location: Silverdale, WA Travel: Minimal

Company Information

TENICA and Associates LLC is a provider of government services and consulting solutions in the areas of national defense, homeland and cyber security. TENICA provides knowledgeable and experienced subject matter experts to perform a variety of professional services, logistics and supply chain management, crisis prevention and response, and information technology solutions to solve dynamic security challenges. Founded in 2008 and based in Chantilly, Virginia, TENICA is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned, Woman Owned, Small Business (SDVOB and WOSB) and is a participant in the Small Business Administration’s 8(a) business development program. www.TENICA.biz. TENICA is 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.