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Mission IT Operator

Las Cruces, NM · On-site

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  • Retirement

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Mission IT Operator Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None ...

Mission IT Operator

Las Cruces, NM · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Mission IT Operator Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None ...

Mission IT Operator

Denver, CO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Mission IT Operator Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None ...

TS/SCI with Polygraph You will perform as a Mission IT Operator supporting a 24x7 government mission. You will provide direct support for detecting, isolating, and resolving ground segment problems ...

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Mission IT Operator Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None ...

Mission IT Operator Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None ...

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How much do it operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for it operator in the United States is $23.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $26.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an IT operator?

IT Operators are professionals responsible for managing, monitoring, and maintaining an organization's computer systems and networks. Their duties often include overseeing system performance, troubleshooting technical issues, performing backups, and ensuring that all IT services run smoothly. They play a critical role in ensuring business continuity by responding quickly to incidents and maintaining system security. IT Operators may also assist with software installations, updates, and user support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an IT operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an IT Operator, you need a solid understanding of computer systems, networking, and troubleshooting, typically supported by a degree in IT or related certifications like CompTIA A+ or Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals. Familiarity with monitoring tools, operating systems (Windows/Linux), and ticketing systems is essential for daily operations. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication set outstanding IT Operators apart. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining system uptime, resolving technical issues efficiently, and ensuring seamless IT operations within an organization.

What are some common challenges IT operators face during overnight or weekend shifts?

IT Operators working overnight or weekend shifts often encounter challenges such as limited immediate support from other teams, managing unexpected system alerts or failures, and ensuring timely escalation of issues. These shifts can require increased vigilance, as fewer staff may be onsite, placing greater responsibility on the operator to monitor critical systems and maintain uptime. Effective communication and thorough documentation are essential to ensure seamless handovers and that any incidents are clearly reported for follow-up by day teams.

What is the difference between It Operator vs Network Technician?

AspectIt OperatorNetwork Technician
CertificationsCompTIA A+, Network+ (often)CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA
Work EnvironmentData centers, offices, IT departmentsNetwork infrastructure sites, offices, data centers
Primary ResponsibilitiesManaging IT systems, troubleshooting hardware/softwareInstalling, configuring, maintaining network hardware and connections
Industry UsageBroad IT support roles across industriesNetworking-specific roles in various sectors

While both roles support IT infrastructure, an It Operator manages overall IT systems and hardware, whereas a Network Technician specializes in network setup and maintenance. The roles often overlap but differ mainly in scope and focus.

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Infographic showing various It Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 13% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $48,660 per year, or $23.4 per hour.

Mission IT Operator

CACI International, Inc.

Las Cruces, NM • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Mission IT Operator
Job Category: Information Technology
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: None
Type of Travel: None
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The Mission IT Operator supports a 24x7 government mission as the primary point of contact for all site issues during the assigned shift. The role covers both mission-specific ground systems and business infrastructure platforms, requiring broad knowledge of Windows and Linux environments across a global enterprise. Operators work within a classified environment under standing orders and SOPs, and are expected to recognize and respond to anomalies - including those without an established playbook - while maintaining precision under operational pressure.
Shift Length 12 hours per day
Shift Hours Days: 0600-1800 | Nights: 1800-0600
Responsibilities
Shift Operations & Turnover
• Conduct a formal shift handoff/turnover briefing with the outgoing crew, reviewing open incidents, high interest items, and current system status via HelpNow enterprise dashboards
• Contribute site status and high interest items to the daily internal program standup, providing cross-team situational awareness to ISC, Integrated Operations (IO), and other program teams
Systems & Infrastructure
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with IT infrastructure including user systems, servers, storage, network connectivity, and security controls across mission and business infrastructure platforms
• Provide system administration for assigned infrastructure; establish and maintain user security and configuration documentation
• Ensure technical baseline infrastructure is maintained at optimal level to satisfy customer mission needs
• Support new infrastructure projects in alignment with mission requirements and system integrity
• Restart system services as needed (remote/software only)
Incident Management & Customer Support
• Serve as the single point of contact for all inbound incidents and service requests via phone, email, chat, and walk-up channels
• Perform initial triage, troubleshooting, and resolution for common incidents across mission and business infrastructure systems; escalate complex or critical issues to Tier 2 or appropriate technical teams
• Notify the mission director when incident priority or severity warrants escalation
• Ensure all support interactions are resolved in accordance with SLAs and performed with a high level of customer satisfaction
User Account & Access Management
• Create and disable user accounts, manage access permissions, and administer group policies in accordance with access control and security standards
• Issue, reset, and administer RSA/MFA tokens and perform password resets in compliance with security requirements
• Maintain privileged user access across numerous high-priority systems, adhering to strict security and compliance standards
Documentation & Reporting
• Track and document all actions, incidents, and resolutions within HelpNow throughout the shift; leverage enterprise dashboards to support shift changeover, program meetings, and customer requests
• Monitor and report on SLA adherence and metrics trends; flag anomalies and recurring issues to leadership
• Maintain and contribute to the knowledge base with accurate, repeatable solutions
• Support after-action activities by capturing data that describes the environment at the time of a failure
Collaboration & Coordination
• Coordinate with ISC, Integrated Operations (IO), and Tier 2/3 engineering teams to resolve operational issues, ensuring timely escalation and transparent communication
• Interface with government leadership and mission directors as required, maintaining high visibility into crew-based actions and responses
• Monitor designated program chat groups and collaboration channels to maintain cross-team situational awareness
• Work with 24x7 ground segments across multiple locations to provide enterprise-level support
Qualifications
Required
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph (mandatory)
• Current DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II Certification (e.g., Security+)
• Excellent communication skills ensuring effective and accurate information exchange across a multi-location enterprise
• Ability to work non-standard work week, weekends, and holidays; 12-hour shift work in support of 24x7 operations
• System administration experience including UNIX, Linux, and Windows platforms
Desired
• Experience with virtualization technologies and software such as VMware
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$47,900 - $95,600
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.