Hiring: Senior Watch Officer Company: LaunchTech Location: Colorado Springs, CO Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 13:35:54 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : Linux, Microsoft Excel, PKI, Quality Assurance, SOC, Security Clearance, Windows Server About the job Experience: •1 year in a Network Operations Center (NOC), Security Operations Center (SOC), or closely related 24/7 mission-support environment •At least 1 year in a Network Operations Center (NOC), Security Operations Center (SOC), or closely related 24/7 mission-support environment Required Skills: •This position carries overall responsibility for MDA IM/IT service operations, ensuring continuous 24/7/365 network reliability, active cybersecurity monitoring, and mission-essential communications. Qualifications: •May be reduced with completion of advanced education •Must be able to work quarterly rotating shifts (including nights, weekends, and holidays) and excel within a highly demanding, fast-paced operational environment •Solid functional working knowledge of the ITIL framework, particularly Incident, Problem, Change, and Continual Service Improvement processes. Experience with Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) inspection processes •Hands-on experience administering Windows and Linux/UNIX environments in a large enterprise, including working knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, Windows Server (2012/2016/2019), EMC Storage, and SCCM Patch Management •Solid foundation in network design, implementation, and routing/switching, including configuring firewalls, routers, switches, and cryptographic devices •Practical experience with DISA-mandated security tools (e.g., Assured Compliance Assessment Solution [ACAS], Host Based Security System [HBSS]), analyzing vulnerability scans, and formulating compliance reports Compensation: •Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!