Offensive Cyberspace Operational Planner, Senior
At a glance
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The Senior-level Offensive Cyberspace Operational Planner role at the National Security Sector involves leading the development and synchronization of offensive cyberspace operational plans to support USCYBERCOM operations. This includes driving integration between offensive and defensive cyber planning processes, drafting critical documents like OPLANS and OPORDs, and engaging in long-range strategic planning with internal and external partners. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cyber threats and attack methods, formal training as a Cyber Operational Planner within the DoD or IC, and extensive experience supporting joint operations across multiple domains. Required skills include an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polygraph, a BA/BS in Computer Science or Cybersecurity, and eight years of relevant work experience since 2015. Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree, JPME II completion, and expertise in developing cyber-related training programs.
Skills
What you'll do
- Lead the development of Offensive Cyberspace Operational plans to achieve strategic objectives.
- Drive integration and coordination between offensive and defensive cyberspace operations planning processes.
- Draft foundational planning documents such as operational plans, orders, and fragmentary orders.
- Engage in long-range strategic planning efforts with internal and external partners in cyber activities.
- Review and prioritize operational requirements for the acquisition of new cyber capabilities.
- Conduct situational awareness and support current operations activities within Crisis Action Teams.
What we're looking for
- Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance with Polygraph required.
- Eight plus years of recent work experience as a Cyberspace Operations Planner since 2015.
- Formal training as a Cyber Operational Planner within the Department of Defense or Intelligence Community.
- Senior-level knowledge of Blue-space cyber capabilities and understanding of available cyber infrastructure for Offensive Cyberspace Operations.
- Demonstrated familiarity with OCO concepts, capabilities, and authorities (Title 10 vs. Title 50) and mastery of applicable Joint Publications.
- Ability to work across Department of Defense and Intelligence Community agencies to support organizational goals.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
Employer
About Leidos
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