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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. The selected candidate for this position will need to be able to support a rotating shift schedule.

Key Duties

• Execute network, system, and cloud systems monitoring and surveillance, including environmental monitoring, incident management, and MDA cybersecurity support.
• Support and perform service maintenance activities, including Change Management coordination during assigned shifts.
• Oversee all aspects of IT incident management and escalation to ensure incidents are promptly escalated, managed, and resolved, with clear communication of status, plans, and actions provided to executive management and the Government customer.
• Communicate effectively at both technical and senior/executive management levels.
• Understand and operate within Command-level management environments.
• Deliver clear, professional communication to diverse cultural audiences, including VIPs and dignitaries.
• Serve as a section trainer by developing and presenting lesson plans and training materials.

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.
• Active Secret Clearance (or higher).
• 2 or more years of directly related experience.
• Ability to obtain a DoD 8570.01 IAT Level II Certification within 6 months of hire (ex., Security+ with CE).

Desired Skills, Experience, and Education

• Experience working in metrics-driven IT Operations and Maintenance (O&M) environments.
• Experience using Remedy and SNMP monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, Micro Focus NNMi/HPOV, or System Center Operations Manager (SCOM).
• Education or experience with the ITIL framework, including continual service improvement, change management, and problem investigation.
• Experience as a Windows or Linux System Administrator supporting a large enterprise, with knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, Windows Server 2008/2012, Linux/UNIX operating systems, EMC Storage, Symantec NetBackup, and SCCM Patch Management.
• Experience as a Network Engineer with hands?on experience designing, implementing, and managing network components, including switches, routers, firewalls, and cryptographic devices.
• Experience in cyber defense or information assurance, including use of DISA-mandated security tools such as ACAS and HBSS, along with the ability to analyze results and produce reports.
• Experience in network operations within a Network Operations Center (NOC) or other 24x7x365 IT operations environment.
• Knowledge of IT network operations and connectivity devices as they relate to Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) authentication and information security practices.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and experience executing system and network security analysis.
• Working knowledge of Tier III information assurance practices, IT security governance, security administration, project management, logistics, and cybersecurity compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance and Quality Control inspection processes.

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.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

• Defense and Space Manufacturing

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