OPERATIONS ANALYST I

MA Operations Analyst I

Company: C5T Corporation
Job Location: Scott Air Force Base, Illinois (USTRANSCOM Headquarters)
Position Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Primarily On-Site
Security Clearance: Active Top Secret Required
Position Designation: Mission Essential
Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000 annually

The Opportunity

Join C5T Corporation in supporting the United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) and its critical Mission Assurance operations.

As a Mission Assurance Operations Analyst I, you will work alongside government leaders, operational planners, military service representatives, and Mission Assurance professionals to identify, assess, and communicate risks that could affect mission execution across the Joint Deployment and Distribution Enterprise (JDDE).

This position offers the opportunity to directly support national defense priorities by strengthening operational resilience, improving risk visibility, and providing actionable information to senior military decision-makers.

The position is primarily on-site at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, and is designated Mission Essential.

Company Overview

C5T Corporation is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. Founded in 2005 by three veterans, C5T delivers mission-focused solutions to the Department of Defense and other government and commercial organizations.

Our team combines operational expertise, innovative thinking, technology, and practical problem-solving to help customers address complex challenges and achieve mission success.

Our Core Values: Integrity • Excellence • Patriotism

Position Summary

C5T is seeking a Mission Assurance (MA) Operations Analyst I to support the USTRANSCOM Mission Assurance Team and the Command's Mission Assurance Operations Branch.

The successful candidate will contribute to integrated risk management activities across the JDDE, supporting the identification, assessment, reporting, and mitigation of threats, vulnerabilities, and operational risks.

The role includes supporting Mission Decomposition, Risk to Mission and Risk to Force assessments, Mission Assurance Working Groups, Continuity of Operations Planning, Emergency Management, Information Operations, Mission Assurance Assessments, and the integration of cyber risk into operational decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Mission Assurance Operations Branch activities in a dynamic, mission-critical, and time-sensitive operational environment.
• Conduct and support Risk to Mission and Risk to Force assessments, identifying threats, vulnerabilities, mission dependencies, and operational impacts.
• Assist with Mission Decomposition and the analysis of critical mission functions and supporting capabilities.
• Support Mission Assurance Common Operational Picture requirements and provide actionable risk information to Command leadership.
• Coordinate and facilitate Mission Assurance Working Groups, including meeting preparation, documentation, stakeholder coordination, and follow-up actions.
• Monitor Mission Assurance activities and develop reports, briefings, analytical products, and recommendations for senior decision-makers.
• Support Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) Mission Assurance activities.
• Participate in the Vendor Threat Mitigation Program, including risk identification, assessment, coordination, and reporting.
• Support Continuity of Operations Planning, Emergency Management, Information Operations, policy and governance reviews, and Mission Assurance Assessments.
• Incorporate cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities into Mission Assurance planning and operational risk assessments.
• Coordinate Mission Assurance activities with military services, combatant command staffs, government agencies, and other mission stakeholders.
• Develop clear, concise analytical reports and presentations for government leadership.
• Adapt to changes in operational tempo and priorities as directed by the Global Operations Center Chief, TCJ3 Director, USTRANSCOM Commander, and other Command leadership.
• Identify opportunities for continuous process improvement and contribute to the implementation of effective operational solutions.
• Maintain compliance with applicable security policies, operational procedures, and Mission Essential requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance with continued eligibility to access classified information.
• Minimum four years of direct Mission Assurance experience.
• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, cybersecurity, or a related discipline. Relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience supporting Mission Assurance, operational risk management, mission analysis, or related Department of Defense operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to translate complex operational information into actionable recommendations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare analytical reports, professional presentations, and leadership briefings.
• Exceptional organizational, time-management, and task-prioritization skills.
• Ability to perform effectively in a demanding, fast-paced, mission-focused environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with government customers, military personnel, contractors, and cross-functional teams.

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting USTRANSCOM or one of its Component Commands.
• Experience coordinating Mission Assurance activities across multiple military services and combatant command staffs.
• Hands-on experience conducting Risk to Mission and Risk to Force assessments.
• Experience facilitating Mission Assurance Working Groups and supporting Common Operational Picture requirements.
• Familiarity with Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems and associated mission risks.
• Experience with vendor threat mitigation, supply chain risks, or vendor risk assessments.
• Experience integrating cybersecurity risk into Mission Assurance assessments and operational planning.
• Experience supporting Continuity of Operations Planning, Emergency Management, or operational resilience initiatives.
• Ability to develop and deliver analytical briefings to senior military and civilian leadership, including General Officer-level audiences.
• Demonstrated leadership, stakeholder coordination, facilitation, and presentation capabilities.

Benefits

C5T Corporation offers a competitive benefits package designed to support employees and their families, including:

• Competitive compensation.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Supplemental insurance options, including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 10 paid holidays annually.
• Responsible Paid Time Off (RPTO), providing flexible vacation and personal leave aligned with mission requirements.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity

C5T Corporation is a merit-based employer committed to equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and nondiscrimination for all qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with applicable federal requirements, Section 503, and VEVRAA.

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