Cyberspace Operations Planner, Journeyman

Leidos•Fort Meade, MD

1d•$57,850 - $104,575•Onsite

About The Position

Leidos seeks qualified Cyberspace Operational Planners to support Department of Defense Joint Planning processes for United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM) operations. The role supports on-site contract work for USCYBERCOM J3 (Operations), the Cyber National Mission Force (CNMF), and Joint Task Force-Ares (JTF-ARES), conducting Cyberspace Operational Planning in support of defense and intelligence missions. The planner develops, coordinates, and staffs operational plans and orders; integrates cyberspace capabilities into joint planning; supports targeting and current operations; and coordinates with internal and external partners. The role also involves assessing capabilities and operational performance, aligning plans and resource decisions with organizational objectives, incorporating intelligence planning, and applying relevant laws, policies, and guidance. Candidates must hold an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and a polygraph, and meet the stated education, experience, and training qualifications.

Requirements

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and a polygraph.
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, National Security Studies, or a field supporting operational art and science, or ability to complete the degree within one year of hire.
At least four years of recent (since 2014) work experience as a Cyberspace Operations Planner. Two years of the experience requirement may be waived for each year served in any role on a Combat Mission Team (CMT), or for each year spent as an Offensive Cyberspace Operations planner within a Joint Force Headquarters–Cyber (JFHQ-C) command.
Alternatively, at least four years of recent (since 2013) work experience in offensive cyberspace capabilities development. Two years of the experience requirement may be waived for each year served in any role on a CMT.
Familiarity with military operations, including planning, approval, and execution phases.
Intimate familiarity with applicable Joint Publications, such as JP 5-0 Joint Operational Planning.
Formal training as a Cyber Operational Planner within the Department of Defense or Intelligence Community.
Broad knowledge of Blue-space cyber capabilities and understanding of cyber infrastructure or platforms available to conduct Offensive Cyberspace Operations (OCO).
Knowledge of the range of Cyberspace Operations and their underlying intelligence-support needs, topics, and focus areas.
Knowledge of computer networking fundamentals and of concepts, terminology, and operations across communications media, including computer and telephone networks, satellite, fiber, and wireless.
Ability to produce timely, accurate, and relevant analytical products, including documents, summaries, issue papers, talking points, and briefings.
Demonstrated proficiency in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, including proactively managing multiple tasks and meeting short deadlines.
Ability to work across Department of Defense and Intelligence Community agencies to support organizational goals.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or higher in a STEM field, National Security Studies, or a field supporting operational art and science.
Intimate familiarity with USCYBERCOM organizational structure and mission.
Prior experience supporting Joint operations across multiple warfighting domains.
Demonstrated experience incorporating Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning into operations to improve efficiency and operational outcomes.
Experience with Space-enabled Cyberspace Operations.
Joint Professional Military Education, Phase II (JPME II) graduate or civilian equivalency.
Formal training in Cyber Warfare and Joint Operations.
Completion of service-specific or Joint Cyberspace Operational Planning courses, such as the Army Cyberspace Operations Planners Course or Joint Cyberspace Operations Planners Course.
Familiarity with data science and its applicability to Cyberspace Operations.
Familiarity with Microsoft Power BI data visualization software.
Desired DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification, such as CCNA Security, CompTIA CySA+, CompTIA Security+ CE, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP.

Responsibilities

Participate in approved plan-development and staffing processes for Cyberspace Operations in accordance with USCYBERCOM planning guidance and applicable Joint publications.
Support targeting selection, validation, synchronization, and integration during cyber warfare activities.
Draft and staff foundational planning documents, including Operational Plans (OPLANS), Operational Orders (OPORDs), and Fragmentary Orders (FRAGOs).
Support Joint Operational Planning Groups and Teams (OPG/OPT) and develop and integrate cyberspace capabilities into plans.
Develop concepts of support and courses of action; integrate command and external capabilities; and coordinate and document comprehensive plans.
Support projects, Crisis Action Teams, and current operations activities, providing situational awareness to OPTs.
Develop and review Cyberspace Operations plans and guidance for integration into broader planning activities, and ensure execution and resource-allocation decisions align with organizational objectives.
Apply knowledge of cyber threats, attack methods, techniques, and vulnerabilities affecting Blue Space.
Develop and execute programs to assess Cyberspace Operations and validate operational performance characteristics.
Review, approve, prioritize, and submit operational requirements for research, development, or acquisition of cyber capabilities.
Develop and maintain deliberate and crisis Cyberspace Operations plans.
Analyze and assess internal and external partner Cyberspace Operations capabilities and tools.
Transition operational planning efforts to current operations.
Navigate organizational structures and understand relationships among elements responsible for full-spectrum Cyberspace Operations.
Integrate and synchronize intelligence planning activities with operational planning timelines.
Conduct long-range strategic planning with internal and external partners in cyber activities.
Interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies, and guidance relevant to organizational cyber objectives.
Communicate complex information, concepts, and ideas through verbal, written, or visual means.