JCCC Operations Lead

Public Trust: None

Requisition Type: Regular

Your Impact

Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of Defense’s mission to keep our country safe and secure.

Job Description

Transform technology into opportunity as a Joint Cyberspace Communications Center (JCCC) Operations Lead at GDIT. Shape what’s next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what’s next for your engineering career.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
As a JCCC Operations Lead , the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of USCENTCOM. You will play a crucial role as a key liaison between Current Operations and the JCCC watch floor, ensuring effective communication, alignment of operational efforts, and the timely reporting of network issues for prompt resolution. This position is critical in maintaining the flow of information and supporting operational efficiency.

Reporting directly to the J63 Division Lead, the Operations Lead will collaborate closely with contract leadership, military personnel, and government partners to maintain situational awareness and ensure that all reporting meets the highest standards. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in military communications operations, with the ability to analyze complex data, offer actionable insights, and proactively address the needs of senior decision-makers.

This role is essential to the seamless operation of the JCCC and plays a key role in supporting CENTCOM's mission-critical communications infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the liaison between Current Operations, J66 and the JCCC watch floor, ensuring alignment of priorities and seamless communication during events/outages.

• Collaborate with contractors utilizing network monitoring tools (e.g., Nagios, SCOM, Dynatrace, SolarWinds) to monitor CENTCOM networks and ensure accurate reporting of issues.

• Facilitate timely communication of network issues to military and government partners for command awareness and critical reporting.

• Analyze incoming data and reports to provide actionable insights, interpreting the significance of the information and its potential impact on decision-making.

• Work closely with senior leaders to identify critical information requirements and deliver comprehensive reports that support strategic objectives.

• Build and maintain relationships with subordinate organizations and partner agencies, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.

• Foster innovation and drive operational strategies that streamline processes, improve efficiency, and drive continuous improvement across teams.

• Support a culture of continuous learning in the JCCC, encouraging team members to engage with mission partners and understand their roles in relation to JCCC operations.

• Champion the adoption of new technologies and methodologies for enhanced productivity and a more agile operational framework.

• Be able to draft clear, concise and actionable documents (orders) or responses (TMTs) directing cybersecurity operations and compliance with organizational and command requirements.

• Understanding of cyber security frameworks, and communication protocols to support mission critical cyber defense initiatives.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Network Engineer Senior must have:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field or equivalent related experience.

• Experience: 5+ years of related experience

• Required skills:

• DoD 8140 Information Assurance (IA) compliance required.

• Proven ability to analyze complex problems and articulate actionable insights into senior leadership, demonstrating an understanding of the broader implications of data.

• Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build relationships across organizational lines.

• Experience in a fast-paced, high-stress environment, with a focus on collaboration and team development.

• Desired skills:

• Familiarity with military and defense contracting environments.

• Understanding of DoD & Combatant Command roles and responsibilities.

• Experience briefing/engaging with senior military and government leaders.

• Experience with ServiceNow

• Security clearance level: TS/SCI clearance is required.

• US citizenship required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off

• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.

Work Requirements

Years of Experience

5 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

CompTIA Security+ CE | CompTIA - CompTIA

Travel Required

25-50%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required