Offensive Operational Planner, Senior

Leidos

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Work type
On-site
Location
Fort Meade, MD
Salary
$107,900–$195,050 / yr
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Full-time
Posted
29 days ago
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TL;DR · Offensive Operational Planner, Senior

JOB TITLE: Offensive Operational Planner, Senior The Leidos Intel Sector is seeking a Senior Offensive Operational Planner to support Department of Defense Joint Planning processes for United States Cyber Command operations. In this role, you will lead the development and synchronization of Offensive Cyberspace Operational plans to deliver integrated cyber effects against adversary systems. You will draft foundational documents like OPLANS, OPORDs, and FRAGOs while driving the integration of Offensive and Defensive Cyberspace Operations. Key responsibilities include targeting selection, validation, and coordinating with Joint Operational Planning Groups. Required skills include a BA/BS in Computer Science or Cybersecurity, eight years of experience as a CO Planner, and deep knowledge of Blue-space cyber capabilities. You must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph and understand computer networking fundamentals, satellite communications, and Joint Publications.

What you'll do

  • Lead plans development and staffing processes to drive Cyberspace Operations according to USCYBERCOM guidance.
  • Develop and synchronize Offensive Cyberspace Operational plans to deliver integrated cyber effects against adversary systems.
  • Drive the integration and coordination of Offensive and Defensive Cyberspace Operations planning processes.
  • Lead targeting selection, validation, synchronization, and enable integration during cyber warfare domain activities.
  • Draft and staff foundational planning documents including Operational Plans (OPLANS), Operational Orders (OPORDs), and Fragmentary Orders (FRAGOs).
  • Lead Joint Operational Planning Groups and Teams to integrate Cyberspace capabilities into 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.

What we're looking for

  • Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance with Polygraph is required.
  • BA/BS degree within Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field of study.
  • Eight plus years of recent work experience as a CO Planner since 2015.
  • Formal training as a Cyber Operational Planner within the Department of Defense or Intelligence Community.
  • Demonstrated familiarity with OCO concepts, capabilities, authorities, and mastery of applicable Joint Publications.
  • Senior-level knowledge of Blue-space Cyber capabilities and understanding of available Cyber infrastructure or platforms to conduct OCO.
  • Knowledge of computer networking fundamentals and operations of various communications media.
  • Masters’ Degree within Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a relevant field of study (preferred).

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