Cyberspace Operations Planner

Leidos

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Work type: On-site
Location: Fort Meade, MD
Salary: $87,100–$157,450 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 5 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Cyberspace Operations Planner

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The Cyberspace Operations Planner joins the Intelligence Sector to support Department of Defense Joint Planning processes for United States Cyber Command operations. Working on-site with the Cyber National Mission Force and Joint Task Force-Ares, the planner provides subject matter expertise in developing and staffing Joint plans. Key responsibilities include leading targeting selection, drafting foundational documents like OPLANS and OPORDs, and integrating cyberspace capabilities into broader operational plans. The role requires navigating complex organizational structures to synchronize intelligence and operational timelines while addressing threats from state and non-state adversaries. Candidates must possess knowledge of computer networking, Joint Publications, and cyber warfare. Required skills include proficiency in analytical production, collaborative multi-tasking, and familiarity with Blue Space vulnerabilities. The position demands an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and a Polygraph.

Skills

Cyberspace Operations Cyber Warfare Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Data Science Microsoft Power BI Computer Networking CCNA Security CompTIA CySA+ COMPTIA Security GICSP GSEC SSCP Joint Operational Planning Space-enabled CO Blue Space

What you'll do

Provide subject matter expertise in Joint plans development and staffing processes to enable Cyberspace Operations.
Lead targeting selection, validation, synchronization, and integration during Cyber Warfare domain activities.
Draft and staff foundational planning documents including OPLANs, OPORDs, and FRAGOs.
Lead Joint Operational Planning Groups and Teams to integrate Cyberspace capabilities into broader plans.
Develop concepts of support, courses of action, and coordinate comprehensive plans with external capabilities.
Provide situational awareness for projects, Crisis Action Teams, and current operations activities.
Develop and execute programs for assessing Cyberspace Operations and validating operational performance characteristics.
Review and submit operational requirements for the research, development, and acquisition of cyber capabilities.

What we're looking for

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and Polygraph required.
4 to recent work experience as a CO Planner or combined experience in planner and other CO support positions.
Recent work experience in offensive cyberspace capabilities development (with specific experience waivers available).
Formal training as a Cyber Operational Planner within the Department of Defense or Intelligence Community.
Intimate familiarity with Joint Publications such as JP 3-12 and JP 5-0.
Broad knowledge of Blue-space Cyber capabilities and computer networking fundamentals.
BA/BS or Masters degree in a STEM field, National Security Studies, or a related field (preferred).
DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (preferred).