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Cole Engineering Services (CESI), a By Light company, is recognized as a premier provider of modeling and simulation (M&S) training solutions to the Federal Government and industry. Since 2004, CESI has been at the forefront of developing, maintaining, and integrating simulation-based training, serious gaming, technical services, training and other support in live, virtual, constructive, and gaming (LVCG) domains.  CESI also designs, builds and runs infrastructure, platforms, applications and processes that enable cyber training for the integrated multi-domain force. Our vision is to become a worldwide full spectrum LVCG and cyber training/analysis developer, integrator and services provider.

This position provides Mission Command System (MCS) operators and system administrators to the Joint Multinational Readiness Center (JMRC) Operations Group (OPSGRP) located at Hohenfels, Germany.  JMRC’s mission is to train Multinational Interoperability to US, NATO, and partner nation forces up to the Brigade level in an extended Live, Virtual, and Constructive Decisive Action Training Environment. JMRC supports the US Army Europe theater security cooperation plan through planning and participation in NATO and U.S. Army Europe exercise programs. 

The Mission Command System (MCS) Operator/System Administrator is a MCS Subject Matter Expert (SME) and supporting member of the JMRC.  MCS Operators/System Administrators work in support of JMRC rotations/exercises includes planning, configuration, testing, integration, maintenance, and execution support to configure and operate MCS including, but not limited to:  Command Post of the Future (CPOF), Command Post Computing Environment (CPCE), Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS), Forward Area Air Defense Command and Control (FAADC2), Air and Missile Defense Workstation (AMDWS), Tactical Air Integration System (TAIS), Air Defense Systems Integrator (ADSI), Blue Force Tracking (BFT), Global Command and Control System-Army (GCCS-A), Multilateral Interoperability Programme (MIP), and associated servers on the Battle Command Common Services (BCCS) or Tactical Services Infrastructure (TSI) Stacks.

• A bachelor’s degree plus 3 years of recent specialized experience, OR;
• An associate’s degree plus 7 years of recent specialized experience, OR;
• A major certification plus 7 years of recent specialized experience, OR;
• 11 years of recent specialized experience
• Administers and operates the U.S. Army’s suite of Army Battle Command Systems (ABCS)/Mission Command Systems (MCS) in a training environment.  ABCS/MCS systems include, but not limited to:  Command Post of the Future (CPOF), Command Post Computing Environment (CPCE), Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS), Forward Area Air Defense Command and Control (FAADC2), Air and Missile Defense Workstation (AMDWS), Tactical Air Integration System (TAIS), Air Defense Systems Integrator (ADSI), Force XXI Battle Command Brigade and Below (FBCB2) Blue Force Tracking (BFT) Joint Capabilities Release (JCR) and Joint Battle Command – Platform (JBC-P), Global Command and Control System-Army (GCCS-A), Multilateral Interoperability Programme (MIP), and associated servers on the Battle Command Common Services (BCCS) or Tactical Services Infrastructure (TSI) Stacks.
• Configures ABCS/MCS components with appropriate software versions, verifies connectivity throughout the network and maintains all related hardware, software, and network infrastructure.
• Updates MCS databases.  Adjust MCS database parameters to accurately reflect current military operations within the training event.
• Loads software, troubleshoots software/hardware problems, performs part replacement, performs set-up and tear-down of MCS hardware, and configures software/hardware for training requirements.
• Conduct thread-testing of linked systems to verify proper operation of the MCS and associated network.
• Demonstrates the system’s capabilities and operations.

• Possess a minimum of 1 year of experience as a system administrator, or equivalent, on two or more of the Army Mission Command Systems.
• Ideal candidate MOS: 131A, 13J, or 140A.
• DoD 8570.01-M Tech Level II:  CompTIA Sec+ (or equivalent) and have a Computing Environment certificate by day 1
• At least 1 years’ experience administering Windows Server 2012R2 or newer and experience with VMWare vSphere.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office:  PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to work long hours on consecutive days/nights in support of exercise preparation, execution, helpdesk, evaluation and close-out.
• Possess active SECRET clearance with requirement to initiate a Single Scope Background Investigation for a TS/SCI clearance. 

In accordance with the specifications of a government contract, eligibility for this position mandates U.S. Citizenship status and a secret security clearance. The precise security clearance requisites will be detailed in the Government's Task Order.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. The above is intended to describe the general contents of and requirements for the performance of this job.

CESI recognizes that our strength is our people. We support every employee as an individual to build strong teams across the enterprise.  Our benefit package includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Wellness Program
• 401(k) Matching
• Disability (Short Term & Long Term)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Education & Training
• Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, Military Leave, Bereavement and Jury Duty)

Cole Engineering Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, membership in an employee organization, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws.