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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