Cyberspace Operations Planner, Journeyman

Leidos

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Work type: On-site
Location: Odenton, MD
Salary: $87,100–$157,450 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 7 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Cyberspace Operations Planner, Journeyman

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The Cyberspace Operations Planner, Journeyman joins the Intelligence Sector to support Department of Defense Joint Planning processes for United States Cyber Command. Working on-site with the Cyber National Mission Force and Joint Task Force-Ares, the individual will engage in approved plans development, staffing processes, and targeting selection within the Cyber Warfare domain. Daily responsibilities include drafting foundational documents like OPLANS, OPORDs, and FRAGOs, while integrating cyberspace capabilities into broader operational plans. The role requires expertise in cyber threats from state and non-state adversaries, computer networking fundamentals, and Joint Publications like JP 5-0. Candidates must possess a STEM or National Security Studies degree and demonstrate proficiency in communicating complex concepts. Key skills include situational awareness for Crisis Action Teams and the ability to synchronize intelligence planning with operational timelines.

Skills

Cyberspace Operational Planning Cyber Warfare Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Data Science Microsoft Power BI Computer Networking CCNA Security CompTIA CySA+ COMPTIA Security + CE GICSP GSEC SSCP

What you'll do

Draft and staff foundational planning documents including OPLANS, OPORDs, and FRAGOs.
Support targeting selection, validation, synchronization, and integration during Cyber Warfare domain activities.
Develop concepts of support, courses of action, and integrated command capabilities for comprehensive plans.
Provide situational awareness for projects, Crisis Action Teams, and current operations activities.
Review and prioritize operational requirements for the research, development, and acquisition of cyber capabilities.
Analyze and assess internal and external partner cyberspace capabilities and tools.
Integrate and synchronize intelligence planning activities with operational planning timelines.
Interpret and apply laws, regulations, and policies relevant to organizational cyber objectives.

What we're looking for

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and Polygraph is required.
BA/BS degree in a STEM field, National Security Studies, or a related field supporting operational art and science.
4 or more years of recent work experience as a CO Planner, with specific experience waivers available for CMT or JFHQ-C roles.
4 or more years of recent work experience in offensive cyberspace capabilities development, with specific experience waivers available for CMT roles.
Formal training as a Cyber Operational Planner within the Department of Defense or Intelligence Community.
Intimate familiarity with applicable Joint Publications, such as JP 5-0 Joint Operational Planning.
Knowledge of computer networking fundamentals and various communications media including satellite, fiber, and wireless networks.
Masters degree or higher in a STEM or National Security field (preferred).
DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (preferred).