TAK System Administrator

Title: TAK System Administrator (Team Awareness Kit)

Location: ON-SITE at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado

Clearance Required: Active Top Secret/SCI

Certification Required: Security+ or equivalent

Top Skills' Details
1. Install, monitor and maintain TAK systems within the Force Tracking Mission Management Center. TAK (Team Awareness Kit AKA Tactical Assault Kit) administration
2. TS with SCI eligibility
3. Develop and maintain processes for the integration and data exchange between TAK and FTAMS (Friendly Tracking Advanced Management System)

Job Description:
-Force Tracking Mission Management Center (FT MMC) Team Awareness Kit (TAK) Operations Support Specialist provides operational and technical expertise in supporting mission-critical systems.
-The position focuses on ensuring seamless integration, data exchange, and operational readiness between TAK and the Force Tracking Advanced Management System (FTAMS). The ideal candidate will play a critical role in managing TAK deployments, maintaining system reliability, and optimizing interoperability between TAK and FTAMS to enhance situational awareness and operational decision-making.



Responsibilities:
-Install, monitor and maintain TAK systems within the Force Tracking Mission Management Center.
Provide real-time technical support and troubleshooting for TAK-related issues to ensure uninterrupted operations.
-Train and assist operators in the effective use of TAK applications for mission-critical operations.
-Develop and maintain processes for the integration and data exchange between TAK and FTAMS.
-Ensure secure, accurate, and timely transfer of geospatial and operational data between systems.
-Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish data-sharing protocols and address integration challenges.
-Configure TAK systems to meet mission requirements, including setting up custom geospatial layers, communication channels, and user permissions.
-Monitor TAK network connections, server performance, and data synchronization with FTAMS.
-Manage TAK software updates, patches, and enhancements to ensure system reliability and security.
-Work closely with FTAMS developers, system integrators, and mission planners to align TAK capabilities with operational needs.
-Serve as a liaison between TAK users and FT MMC leadership to gather feedback and implement system improvements.
-Document and report integration metrics, operational insights, and system status to stakeholders.


Requirements:
-3+ years of experience with TAK or related geospatial systems in an operational or technical support role.
-Familiarity with FTAMS or similar force tracking and mission management systems.
-Experience with data integration processes, APIs, and protocols.
-Strong understanding of network communications, including TCP/IP, multicast, and secure data transmission.
-Proficiency in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues in real-time operational environments.
-Active DoD security clearance (Top Secret / SCI).





• This position requires an active DoD Clearance (Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI) or the ability to be obtain an (Interim Secret, Interim Top Secret)
• Because an active or interim DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required


o Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.  If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
 Medical, dental & vision
 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
 Short and long-term disability
 Health Spending Account (HSA)
 Transportation benefits
 Employee Assistance Program
 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)