Military Operations Analyst

Chipton-Ross

$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Expertise in KIK-11/KIK-20/KIK-30, AIS tracking databases, and DoD IT ticketing systems.
  • Over 5 years of experience in military or DoD contractor roles focused on communications management or network operations.
  • DoD 8570.01-M / DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification required (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE).
  • Must acquire Cryptographic Representative Officer (CRO) certification within 30 days of employment.
  • Relevant Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent military experience.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate provisioning and troubleshooting of NIPR, SIPR, and JWICS accounts and networks.
  • Oversee operational readiness of land mobile radios, tactical satellite systems, and UHF/VHF radios.
  • Manage field-level maintenance and testing of communication systems.
  • Act as the Unit Cryptographic Security Responsible Officer (CRO).
  • Handle receipt, distribution, and safeguarding of cryptographic keying material.
  • Direct IT Asset Management program ensuring accountability of communication electronics and secure peripherals.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to address network vulnerabilities and compliance issues.

Benefits

  • Contract opportunity based at a strategic military location (MacDill AFB, FL).
  • Engagement with a high-security environment enhancing resume and future opportunities.
  • Potential for professional development through certification courses.
  • Exposure to advanced military communications technologies.
Full Job Description
Job #219778 Chipton-Ross is seeking a Military Operations Analyst for a contract opportunity in MacDill AFB, FL. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE) Systems Proficiency: Expert-level familiarity with the KIK-11/KIK-20/KIK-30 (Simple Key Loader - SKL), Automated Information System (AIS) tracking databases, and DoD IT ticketing platforms (Remedy/vESD). Experience: 5+ years of military or DoD contractor experience in communications management, network operations, or secure systems administration. Certifications: Must meet DoD 8577.01-M / DoD 8140 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II minimum requirements (e.g., Comp TIA Security+ CE). Must possess or complete the Cryptographic Representative Officer (CRO) certification course within 30 days of hire. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinate with Base Communications Squadrons (BCS) and Enterprise Service Desks for the provisioning, installation, and troubleshooting of NIPR, SIPR, and JWICS accounts, workstations, and network drops. Manage the operational readiness of land mobile radios (LMRs), tactical satellite systems (TACSAT), and ultra-high frequency (UHF/VHF) radios. Coordinate field-level maintenance and testing. Serve as the Unit Cryptographic Security (COMSEC) Responsible Officer (CRO). Coordinate the receipt, distribution, physical safeguarding, destruction, and loading of cryptographic keying material (KYK-13, SKL). Direct the IT Asset Management (ITAM) program. Maintain 100% accountability for all communications electronics (CE) assets, server racks, user endpoints, and secure peripherals. Partner with cybersecurity personnel to identify network vulnerabilities, verify compliance with Information • Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVAs), and assist with cybersecurity mitigation strategies. REQUIRED EDUCATION Accredited Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent military communications experience (e.g., USAF 3D/1D7, Army 25-Series, Navy IT). WORK HOURS 5/40 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information. Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date. Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please. For more information, please apply or contact: Robert Davis 800.927.9318 x305 [email protected]

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