Common Operational Manager (COP) Manager
Apply locations: ITA Vicenza - Caserma Ederle (APC177)
Time Type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 3 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: RQ189262
Type of Requisition: Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret
Suitability: Public Trust/Other Required: None
Job Family: Systems Analysis
Job Qualifications:
Skills: Operational Requirements, Security Clearances, System Administration
Certifications: CompTIA - Security+
Experience: 5+ years of related experience
US Citizenship Required: Yes
Job Description:
COP Managers support the Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) per Commanding General’s guidance on COP implementation by ensuring the fidelity, accuracy, and timeliness of the COP data, and ensures the situational awareness picture is depicted in the SETAF-AF Command Operations and Intelligence Center (COIC) as required. COP Managers must coordinate with SETAF-AF directorates, subordinate units, USAREUR-AF, Coalition/Joint Task Force and USAFRICOM COP Managers to have a full understanding of current and planned operations and tasks.
The COP Manager fuses and correlates operations, intelligence, logistics, and sensor data with a variety of overlays and graphical products, Keyhole Markup Language (KML) files, and other Tactical Decision Aids (TDAs) to generate the Commander’s COP. COP Managers ensure SETAF-AF directorates and subordinate units are meeting reporting requirements and ensure the SETAF-AF COP is being provided to USAREUR-AF, C/JTF, USAFRICOM, and National Military Command Center (NMCC).
HOW A COP MANAGER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
* Ensure units are reporting and meeting requirements outlined in the SETAF-AF OPTASK COP, USAREUR-AF OPTASK, USAFRICOM OPTASK COP, and CJCSI 3151.01.
* Manipulate, monitor, and maintain all COP related applications at COP watch stations within the COIC.
* Develop overlays, KML files, and other TDAs as required by SETAF-AF Battle Watch Captain (BWC) and COIC Watch Officers.
* Coordinate with G2 to ensure intelligence data is meeting Commander’s Critical Information Requirements (CCIR) and Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIR).
* Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot data feed connections such as CST, BCNTRK, and Theater Missile Warning feeds with USAREUR-AF and USAFRICOM.
* Manage GCCS-J track database and ensure timeliness and fidelity of COP data. Resolve discrepancies with units and component commands.
* Maintain situational awareness within the COIC of ongoing operations, crisis activities, and other high interest activities and produce a robust COP to support these events.
* Manipulate displays to show Theater Missile Warning Activity IAW USAREUR-AF requirements.
* Assist in creating and maintaining COP Concept of Operations (CONOPS) for SETAF-AF and create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for other COP managers.
* Coordinate with Mission Command System (MCS) owners and operators to obtain requisite COP data feeds and/or products such as overlays to support the SETAF-AF COP.
* Forward deploy to provide COP Management functions during SETAF-AF exercises and operations abroad.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED
* Security Clearance Required: Secret Level Security Clearance
* Experience: 5+ years of experience as a COP Manager
* Education: Bachelor's Degree in a Computer Science or related technical discipline; or the equivalent combination of education; technical certifications or training; or work experience.
* Skills: Familiar with US forces and military operational requirements. Experience using Joint C2 and Army Mission Command systems preferred.
* Certifications: Candidate must meet DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification on Day 1. Candidate must obtain ITIL Foundation certification within 90 days of hire.
* Additional Skills: Prefer candidates that have attended relevant tactical courses.
TR requirements:
* A Bachelor’s degree plus 3 years of recent specialized experience; OR;
* An Associate’s degree plus 7 years of recent specialized experience; OR;
* A major certification plus 7 years of recent specialized experience; OR;
* 11 years of recent specialized experience.
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
* 401K with company match
* Comprehensive health and wellness packages
* Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
* Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
* Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
* Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
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The likely salary range for this position is $85,000 - $115,000. Salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Travel Required: Less than 10%
Telecommuting Options: Onsite
Work Location: ITA Vicenza - Caserma Ederle (APC177)
GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
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