Computer Operations Analyst – Global COSA (26-407)

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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—Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Computer Operations Analyst – Global COSA (26-407) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. Based at Schriever Space Force Base, CO, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels. This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options. Position Overview: The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a key component of the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to plan ballistic missile defense operations systematically, collectively monitor the battle, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that enable an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It serves as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations, both globally and regionally, to improve performance. C2BMC is essential for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the current and future capabilities of missile defense systems. As a Global Computer Operations Support Analyst (COSA‑G), you will be part of a high‑performing team that performs daily system monitoring, operations, and maintenance of the C2BMC‑G systems in a 24x7 operations and test environment. You will provide first‑level technical support, help ensure continuous mission readiness, and play a critical role in real‑world and test events that enable Space Domain Awareness and Space Defense. Essential Functions: Perform daily monitoring, operations, and maintenance of C2BMC‑G mission and training systems in a 24x7 environment supporting operational and training missions at the Missile Defense Integration & Operations Center (MDIOC) Provide first‑level technical support to the customer and perform initial troubleshooting of local C2BMC‑G hardware, software, and network issues Monitor, analyze, and document system and network events; accurately report issues and status to leadership promptly Receive tasking and direction from leadership for all operations, test, and real‑world events, ensuring procedures and mission timelines are followed Assist in the maintenance and administration of user accounts as directed by the local ISSO, supporting proper access control and security practices Coordinate with internal and external agencies to troubleshoot data flow issues and establish or restore network connectivity Operate and sustain the C2BMC‑G mission systems and/or training systems environment, ensuring availability, performance, and reliability for supported missions Follow established processes and contribute to continuous improvement of operational runbooks, procedures, and documentation Perform other duties and assignments as required to support C2BMC‑G operations and the broader Missile Defense mission Basic Qualifications: Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable. A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 2 years of experience; or a Master’s degree in a related field with 0 years of relevant work experience; or 6 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree Applicants must have a current, active Government-Issued 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security+ CE, SecurityX, CCNA Security, CySA+ **, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, CASP+ CE, CISSP, etc.) at the time of application, which is required to start. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their 8140 certifications throughout the entire contract period Applicants must have a current, active in-scope Government-issued Top Secret/SCI security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start This role requires rotating 24/7 shift work Sound background and experience with operations and maintenance of large‑scale computer and communications systems/networking environments Experience in system and/or network administration that includes UNIX, Linux, and Windows environments Experience troubleshooting hardware and software components across complex, distributed systems Experience with data flow usage and the ability to troubleshoot with internal and external agencies to establish and maintain network connectivity Preferred Qualifications: Experience and knowledge of the C2BMC System or other Missile Defense Systems. Linux certification (Linux Essentials, Linux+, LPIC‑1, RHCSA) Experience using Confluence and Jira for documentation, tracking, and collaboration Basic sc