Networks/IT Manager

BTAS, Inc.

$143K — $250K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in related roles within defense or space technology fields.
  • Master's degree in a relevant discipline is required.
  • Experience with Department of Defense security architecture and requirements integration.
  • Certificates such as PMP, CISSP, or Security+ are preferred.
  • Proven ability to analyze and provide recommendations to leadership on security matters.

Responsibilities

  • Support Space Acquisitions by providing technical advice across the acquisition life cycle.
  • Prepare expert-level technical and programmatic reports as requested.
  • Advise on mission protection and operational support through data assessments and technical anomaly solutions.
  • Plan and coordinate both classified and unclassified infrastructure projects effectively.
  • Operate and maintain SCIF/SAPF facilities for secure government and contractor use.
  • Manage facility requirements including IT infrastructure and networking for both classified and unclassified data.
  • Drive digital engineering initiatives by assessing current practices and developing roadmaps.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits program including health coverage and paid time off.
  • Generous 401K plan with company matching contributions.
  • Federal holidays off for all full-time employees.
Full Job Description
POSITION: Networks/IT Manager
LOCATION: El Segundo, Ca
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE: Active TS with SCI eligibility; willing to take a CI polygraph
POSITION TYPE/STANDARD WORK HOURS: Full time, 40 hours

THE OPPORTUNITY:
Upon award, BTAS will be filling potential openings for the Space Systems Command (SSC). SSC plays a critical role in advancing the United States's space capabilities, delivering cutting-edge solutions to protect and enhance national security. SSC/SZBC specializes in highly classified Space Domain Awareness (SDA) systems, Defensive and Offensive Space Control (DSC/OSC) capabilities, and space test range assets to support the Department of Defense's (DoD) current and future operational needs.

As a leader in space technology, SSC/SZ-BC is responsible for the development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of mission-critical systems spanning the entire acquisition life cycle. These efforts ensure the United States Space Force (USSF) and its mission partners maintain a strategic advantage in space operations. This position will support multiple SSC/SZ-BC programs, as well as other initiatives across the Space Force, Air Force, and allied organizations.

Join us in shaping the future of space operations and contributing to the defense of our nation's space assets.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Support Space Acquisitions and Engineering: Provide technical advice for projects at any stage of the acquisition life cycle, including advanced technology, concept development, and integration. Assist the government with cost, schedule, and performance management.
  • Provide Technical and Programmatic Reports: Prepare SME-level status reports on individual programs or the entire portfolio upon request.
  • Mission Protection and Operations Support: Provide technical and operational insights to support mission protection, operations, and mission data assessments. Recommend solutions for technical anomalies and conduct impact analyses, audits, compliance inspections, and readiness reviews.
  • Infrastructure Planning and Coordination: Assist in planning and coordinating infrastructure projects at both unclassified and classified levels, leading efforts to establish new capabilities at various locations.
  • SCIF/SAPF Operations and Maintenance:
  • Operate and maintain a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) or Special Access Program Facility (SAPF) for government and contractor use.
  • Manage facility requirements, including IT infrastructure, workspaces, networks, and location specifications as outlined in the task order.
  • Maintain an accredited SAPF with multi-level data services, including access to the Unified Data Library and National Space Defense Center.
  • Ensure IT network bandwidth for classified and unclassified data feeds and highperformance processing. Provide IT configuration and management, including fail-safes, software updates, and hardware maintenance.
  • Assume the lease and oversee operations, maintenance, logistics, and sustaining functions of an existing SCIF/SAPF, including utilities, janitorial services, and visitor access management.
  • Digital Engineering and Acquisition Support:
  • Advise on digital engineering initiatives for acquisition, sustainment, and launch. Assess current digital capabilities and identify gaps in digital acquisition and engineering strategy.
  • Assist in developing an integrated digital roadmap with measurable milestones to support the Space Systems Command's (SSC) digital acquisition and engineering goals.
  • Provide expertise in digital acquisition methodologies, solution evaluation, data strategy, roadmap design, and change management program implementation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experience analyzing and evaluating current events and providing recommendations to the Unit leadership to help ensure that continuity of activities and processing of security requirements are effectively integrated through security architecture, design, development, and configuration, specifically in support of the Department of Defense.
  • At least 10 years' experience in this type of position or program is required.
  • PMP, CISSP, Security+ certified preferred
  • MA/MS degree required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position does not supervise the work of others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to operate a computer and other standard office equipment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, 80%.

TRAVEL:
Some travel may be required.

OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change at any time with or without notice.

COMPENSATION / SALARY RANGE:
BTAS adheres to federal, state, and local regulations. This is a Full-Time, Salary, Exempt position. The following salary range is what we reasonably expect to pay but is contingent and subject to a variety of factors, including but not limited to years of experience, education, certification(s), training, specialized skills, responsibilities, etc.

SALARY RANGE: $143,000 - $250,000 Annual Salary

BTAS BENEFITS:
A comprehensive benefits program, including paid time off, federal holidays, health coverage, 401K plan with generous company match is offered to all full-time employees.

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