Cyber Information Operations Planner (Strategic Planner 3-5) - 28785

HII's Mission Technologies division•Fort Meade, MD

3d•$94,520 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations. HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe. Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture: Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success. Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust. Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work. Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve. Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose. These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies. Join HII Mission Technologies as an Cyber Information Operations Planner (Strategic Planner 3-5) and play a pivotal role at the heart of U.S. Cyber Command. You will craft and synchronize IO capabilities—ranging from psychological operations and electronic warfare to ops security and counter-propaganda—to shape the information environment and support joint cyber missions. If you’re a strategic thinker with combat‐capable planning experience, this is your opportunity to drive multi‐domain IO campaigns that safeguard our nation’s critical networks.

Requirements

Level 3 = 6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience.
Level 4 = 10 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 8 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 14 years relevant experience.
Level 5 = 15+ years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13+ years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19+ years relevant experience.
5+ years of direct IO planning experience supporting joint or service‐level cyber or information campaigns
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, International Relations, Strategic Studies, or related field
Thorough understanding of Joint Publication 3-13.2 (Information Operations) and CYBERCOM planning processes
Proven ability to draft operational orders, fragmentary orders, and detailed IO annexes under tight timelines
Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with track record of briefing Flag officers or Senior Executive Service (SES) leaders
U.S. citizenship with active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph security clearance

Nice To Haves

JMTC Graduate
JIPC/JIOPC graduate
DOPC graduate
Component-level OPSEC course
Master’s degree in National Security Studies, Cyber Operations, or related discipline
Prior experience on USCYBERCOM J39 or Service IO staff
Military background in IO, intelligence planning, or cyber planning, including one or more of the following MOS/AFSC/Rating codes: Army: ASI P4/3H; FA30, Navy: Information Warfare Officer (1810), Air Force: 14F/FX, Marine Corps: 0550 (Psychological Operations Officer); 0520, 0521 (Psychological Operations Marine)
Hands‐on experience with IO tool
Familiarity with DoD cyberspace policy, OPSEC Planner Experience, and DDA planning
Demonstrated leadership in joint or coalition exercises and live operations

Responsibilities

Develop IO annexes and integration plans for cyber operations, ensuring seamless synchronization of PSYOP, EW, OPSEC, DDA, and PA activities
Analyze adversary information environments and recommend tailored disruption or influence strategies
Coordinate with intelligence, planning, and targeting cells to refine IO objectives, effects, and assessment criteria
Lead IO-focused wargames, red‐team exercises, and simulations to stress‐test plans and validate tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
Draft and deliver briefings, directives, and staff summaries for senior leaders and joint force commanders
Serve as the primary liaison to PSYOP and cyber exploitation units, both service and coalition, to facilitate cross‐domain integration
Monitor and report campaign effectiveness, incorporating lessons learned into iterative planning cycles
Mentor junior planners and contribute to professional development programs on IO doctrine and best practices