Military Operations Analyst

We have an outstanding Contract position for a Military Operations Analyst to join a leading Company located in the Tampa, FL surrounding area. The Unit Communications Manager (UCM) serves as the principal technical advisor and administrator for all communication, information technology (IT), and cryptographic systems within a Department of War (DoW) unit. Operating under an Impact Level 5 (ILS) environment, this role oversees the lifecycle of hardware, software, and secure networks. The UCM ensures unit readiness by directly managing NIPR, SIPR, and JWICS node logistics, coordinating COMSEC (Cryptographic Security) keying material, and maintaining strict inventory control over tactical communications gear. Job Responsibilities: Coordinate with Base Communications Squadrons (BCS) and Enterprise Service Desks for the provisioning, installation, and troubleshooting of NIPR, SIPR, and JWICS accounts, workstations, and network drops. Manage the operational readiness of land mobile radios (LMRs), tactical satellite systems (TACSAT), and ultra-high frequency (UHF/VHF) radios. Coordinate field-level maintenance and testing. Serve as the Unit Cryptographic Security (COMSEC) Responsible Officer (CRO). Coordinate the receipt, distribution, physical safeguarding, destruction, and loading of cryptographic keying material (KYK-13, SKL). Direct the IT Asset Management (ITAM) program. Maintain 100% accountability for all communications electronics (CE) assets, server racks, user endpoints, and secure peripherals. Partner with cybersecurity personnel to identify network vulnerabilities, verify compliance with Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVAs), and assist with cybersecurity mitigation strategies. Basic Hiring Criteria: Security Clearance: Active DoD Top Secret/ SCI (TS/SCI) clearance is required on Day 1 due to JWICS, SIPR, and cryptographic access. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent military communications experience (e.g., USAF 3D/1D7, Army 25-Series, Navy IT). Expert-level familiarity with the KIK-11/KIK-20/KIK-30 (Simple Key Loader - SKL), Automated Information System (AIS) tracking databases, and DoD IT ticketing platforms (Remedy/vESD). 5+ years of military or DoD contractor experience in communications management, network operations, or secure systems administration. Certifications: Must meet DoD 8577.01-M / DoD 8140 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II minimum requirements (e.g., Comp TIA Security+ CE). Must possess or complete the Cryptographic Representative Officer (CRO) certification course within 30 days of hire. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance #J-18808-Ljbffr