Computer Operations Analyst – COSA (25-013) full_time NEW

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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 – Launch and Missile Defense Systems has an exciting career opportunity for a Computer Operations Analyst – COSA (25-013) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO.

Position Overview:

The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program integrates the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, to see the battle develop collectively, and to dynamically manage designated networked sensors and weapons systems to achieve global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC supports a layered missile defense capability that enables an optimized response to threats of all ranges in all phases of flight. C2BMC is the force multiplier that globally and regionally networks integrate, synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations to optimize performance. C2BMC is integral to all system ground and flight tests, which verify and exercise all current and future missile defense system capabilities.

The selected candidate will be part of a team that reports to the X-Lab O&S Leadership and performs daily system monitoring, operations, and maintenance of the X-Lab systems in an experimental environment.

Essential Functions:

• Provide first-level technical support to the X-Lab Experiment Leads and perform initial troubleshooting of all X-Lab hardware, software, and networks
• Document and report all events/issues to the X-Lab Leadership and receive tasking and direction from the X-Lab O&S Leadership for all operations, tests, experimentation, and real-world events
• Assist in all hardware/software installations as directed by the local SMEs
• Ability to solve problems of limited to moderate scope and complexity
• Work is closely supervised following established policies and procedures or under very general supervision
• Contacts are primarily with immediate supervisor and within the company or group but may be external as well
• Errors in judgment would typically require a moderate expenditure of resources to rectify
• Performs other duties and assignments as required

Basic Qualifications:

Please note your updated security clearance and IAT/relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Computer Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics discipline preferred from an accredited university and 2 years of related experience or a Master’s degree in a related discipline and 0 years of experience, or 6 years of related experience instead of 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
• DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA) is required to start
• Must have experience with operations and maintenance of large-scale computer and communications systems/networking environments
• Must have experience in system and/or network administration, including:
  • Linux
  • Windows
  • Nutanix cloud infrastructure
  • MDA CLAN
  • DISA EM network usage
• Must have experience in troubleshooting hardware and software components
• Experience in data flow usage and the ability to troubleshoot DISA and MDA network connectivity are required
• The position at Schriever Space Force Base is not a remote work position. Generally, it requires regular business hours, but occasionally, some nights and weekends will be required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience and knowledge of C2BMC Systems or Missile Defense Systems
• Experience with Atlassian Confluence and Jira
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following:

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• Flexible Work Arrangements

https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx

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Additional Northrop Grumman Information:

Salary Range: $73,900.00 – $110,900.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.