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Job Title

SkillBridge Command and Control (C2) System Administrator

Location

Florida - Eglin Air Force Base - Eglin AFB, FL 32542 US (Primary)

Job Description

Torch Technologies is seeking a Command and Control (C2) System Administrator to join a team responsible for installation, configuration and sustainment of Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) systems at Eglin AFB, FL. This position supports the The 96 Cyberspace Test Group (CTG) / Air Operations Test Flight responsible for the Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E) for Department of Defense (DoD) C4ISR, Cyber, and Electronic Warfare (EW) programs from development through sustainment.

This position requires a highly motivated individual with experience in system administration to include the essential duties below:

• Provide system administration and cybersecurity support on C4ISR systems within the Joint All Domain Command and Control (JADC2) environment.
• Provide individual technical support of critical importance to the customer. Provide expertise for all activities relating to the integration, and fielding of major C2 systems Tasks include but are not limited to: system installation, system configuration, system maintenance, test and evaluation, sustainment, operations analyses, technical studies, and various support activities including cost/schedule examinations and program/system security comparisons.
• Lead and support in tests, evaluations, assessments, and experiments as directed.
• Review, and/or provide comments and recommendations to the program documentation.
• Conduct data analysis and apply knowledge of engineering technology under the direction of engineering staff. These tasks include test and evaluation, test support, logistics, sustainment, operations analyses, technical studies, and various analyses and support activities including program/system security.
• Assist in the development of system requirements, performance measures, test phase entry/exit criteria, analysis of design constraints, functional capabilities, and metrics.
• Support Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E), Operational Test (OT), Force Development Evaluation (FDE), Risk Reduction Testing (RRT) and certification for test readiness. Identify deficiencies, verify compliance with specifications and standards, and assess stability of various system configurations.
• Prepare, execute, review, and analyze test plans, procedures, metrics, and reports throughout the software development life cycle. Develop and write methods of tests, Concept of Operations (CONOPS), test cases, test objectives/procedures, test directives, technical or letter reports, analysis and review of requirements, and other test process documents as required in the conduct of testing.
• Attend required technical and security training (e.g., operating system, networking, security management).

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a Secret clearance.
• Relevant technical experience and knowledge in: system administration and understanding of installation, configuration, and troubleshooting hardware/software.
• Comprehension of Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field. An Associate's degree plus four years' experience may be substituted for a Bachelo'r Degree or six years of relevant technical work experience.
• DoD IA Technical (IAT) Level 2 certification within 6 months of employment in accordance with DoD 8570.01-M DoD 8570 directives and supplementing AF regulations; AFMAN 33-285 based on position responsibilities.
• *Must be able to effectively communicate orally and possess technical writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively on a team and lead/direct the work of others.
• Proficiency in the use and integration of MS Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of Information Technology (IT) automation/orchestration tools such as Ansible
• Use and integration of programming\scripting languages and applications: JavaScript, SQL, Python, etc.
• Prior experience or knowledge of Air Operations Center (AOC) Command and Control (C2) systems such as Joint Air Defense Systems Integrator (JADSI); CENTRIXS; Joint Range Extension (JRE); Theater Battle Management Core System (TBMCS), and Global Command and Control System (GCCS), virtual clients and associate support systems.
• Experience with network services and common network protocols and the ability to install and configure network equipment to include software, VPNs, routers, switches, and other physical hardware.
• Understanding of development test and evaluation processes, specifically the DoD Acquisition Lifecycle for program development and detailed knowledge of Air Force C2 test methodologies including AFI 99-103.
• Knowledgeable with the system development lifecycle, architecture, configuration, and security methods.
• Knowledge of IT systems analyses and application software concepts, functions, techniques, and capabilities sufficient to evaluate emerging technologies in a development environment.

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Job Type: (SkillBridge Intern)

Security Clearance: (min level required): Secret

Schedule: (M-F; 8-5)

Work Location: (customer site, Eglin AFB, FL)

Travel: (yes, 10%)

Relocation Assistance Available: (No)

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: (No)

Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

Torch Technologies is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Employment 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.

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