Cimarron is seeking an *Operations and Sustainment Lead *to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO.
Key Duties:
- Lead a team of engineers and administrators supporting IT operations across three geographically dispersed sites.
- Oversee daily IT support activities, including incident resolution, new installations, off-site support, and coordination with project teams.
- Monitor IT systems and proactively communicate potential mission impacts to the customer.
- Evaluate risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain communication capabilities and operational readiness.
- Coordinate with asset management to ensure timely technology refreshes and procurement align with project schedules.
- Forecast and plan for future customer needs related to licensing, access, and account administration.
- Provide technical and managerial guidance for defining, analyzing, and implementing complex system solutions.
- Recommend and support system development, enhancement, and optimization initiatives.
Required/Desired Skills, Experience, and Education
Required Skills, Experience, and Education:
- Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration at this time.
- This position requires access to federal facilities. Candidates must possess a valid, unexpired Real ID-compliant driver's license or state-issued identification card at the time of hire. If you are unsure whether your ID is Real ID-compliant, please check for the star symbol in the upper portion of your driver's license or state ID.
- Ability to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which will include but is not limited to testing for marijuana use.
- Active Secret Clearance.
- 8 or more years of full-time work experience.
- 5 or more years of directly related experience.
- 5 or more years of experience in enterprise and mission IT support.
- 1 or more years of experience in a management or leadership position.
Business Profile:
Cimarron is a global solutions company with a strategic partnering approach to satisfying customer-driven requirements. We ensure customer success with a modern approach and experienced leadership. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Cimarron is fueled by highly skilled employees, developing new innovative technologies, and delivering superior products and services. We believe in recognizing employees' worth by offering competitive salaries and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, educational reimbursement, and much more. From company communication through Company-wide information meetings led by our President and CEO, to an Awards program designed to recognize our amazing employees and their accomplishments, you will not only feel like you are a part of a team, you will be a valued member of the Cimarron family. Cimarron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.