1740 - Navy CAS Training Specialist

About the role

Sigma Defense is seeking a Collaboration at Sea (CAS) Training Specialist responsible for providing commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and government off-the-shelf (GOTS) product integration, installation, and operational support to the current architectures for which the CAS applications are deployed. The hired candidate will provide training on application usage, foundational system and server concepts, and basic troubleshooting procedures for a mission-critical Navy application and associated shipboard and staff communications and IT systems.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Recent and relevant experience with Navy afloat communications and knowledge of CAS and CENTRIXS systems
• Familiarity with Navy afloat IT systems and software, including but not limited to Windows Server, MS Office, and Trellix
• Availability to travel CONUS (Continental U.S.) and OCONUS (Outside the Continental U.S.) to Navy shore sites and afloat units to support and deliver training approximately 30% annually
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Candidate Differentiators

• Familiarity with the Collaboration at Sea (CAS) (HCL Domino) program, Sametime Chat, Persistent Chat, Domino webmail, and Microsoft Exchange-based email to provide effective training
• Navy Instructor qualification (NEC 805A)
• Master Training Specialist (MTS) or Afloat Training Specialist (ATS)

Mandatory Certifications and Clearance

• IAT II (Security+) or IAT III
• Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active Secret clearance that may be upgraded to TS/SCI security clearance

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an unspecified field of study.

Essential Job Duties

• Developing or facilitating the development of electronic learning tools that complement written documentation and update as necessary
• Ensuring connectivity across enclaves with coalition partners and providing consistent support for exercises, demonstrations, and evaluations where CAS is the principal component
• Conducting readiness assessments of afloat and ashore units and providing assistance in troubleshooting, grooming, and repairing systems as requested during exercises or operations
• Supporting all OCONUS training events and CONUS events that have more than 6 ships scheduled within the same week
• Delivering and supporting instructor-led, virtual, and hands-on training for a Navy enterprise application
• Providing instruction on application workflows, operational procedures, and common user issues
• Training personnel on operational communications and IT systems relevant to shipboard environments, including Windows Server fundamentals, HCL Domino, user access and authentication concepts, service availability, and basic troubleshooting techniques
• Developing, updating, and maintaining training materials, such as instructor lesson plans, student guides, training presentations, and quick reference guides
• Maintaining a training schedule and assisting in coordinating training activities
• Maintaining training records, attendance documentation, and feedback
• Supporting audits, inspections, and program reviews related to training deliverables

Pay

Salary Range: $65,000 - $80,000 annually.

Benefits

• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 12 (Floating) Holidays
• Educational Assistance