Joint Fires Network (JFN) Operations Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead daily contractor operations and serve as the primary point of contact for staffing, tasks, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with JFN documentation, DoD policies, DISA guidance, and Watch Officer procedures.
• Represent the JFN NOC in meetings and working groups to assess the operational impact of proposed changes.
• Serve as a liaison with DISA stakeholders to maintain awareness of operational requirements and priorities.
• Oversee network operations and analyze system architectures to resolve outages and service disruptions.
• Monitor network performance, verify system configurations, and respond to alarms and incidents.
• Manage program execution, team performance, and contract deliverables to meet mission objectives.
• Supervise contractor personnel and ensure the successful execution of technical tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years of experience leading teams, projects, or technical operations.
• Active DoD Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Current DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or equivalent).
• Working knowledge of transport and IP network topologies.
• Understanding of JFN architecture and signal flow.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DISA operations, network management, or communications infrastructure.
• Prior experience leading contractor teams in a government or Department of Defense environment.
• Familiarity with IT service management (ITSM/JIRA) tools and incident management processes.
• Experience briefing senior government officials and executive-level stakeholders.
• Knowledge of network monitoring, performance management, and configuration management best practices.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Health and Wellness programs.
• Income Protection.
• Paid Leave and Retirement.

About the Company

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos employs 47,000 global employees dedicated to solving complex challenges.