Operational Security (OPSEC) & Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Planner

CACI•Fort Meade, MD

About The Position

CACI is seeking an Operational Security (OPSEC) & Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Planner to support a program providing mission-critical advisory, training, and operational support for irregular warfare and operations. The role supports geographic and functional combatant commands in developing, integrating, and sustaining mission-ready task forces, contributing to joint force effectiveness and national security missions. The planner integrates OPSEC into OIE and IW planning, develops protection plans and procedures, reviews operational materials for information vulnerabilities, and advises on FOIA disclosure risks. The role also processes FOIA requests, coordinates complex disclosure issues, assesses OPSEC effectiveness, and prepares recommendations and briefings for senior leaders. The position requires a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, and may involve up to 25% local travel.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Information Management, or another relevant field.
TS/SCI clearance.
Completion of formal OPSEC Level II Training or higher.
10 years of experience planning, coordinating, or integrating OPSEC in support of military planning at a CCMD, Service Component Command, Joint Task Force, or equivalent headquarters.
Understanding of the DoD Information Security Program (per DoDM 5200.01) and classification guidelines.
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing OPSEC programs.
Experience processing FOIA or Privacy Act requests in a government or DoD environment.
Demonstrated experience with military planning processes, including the Joint Planning Process (JPP), military decision-making process, joint targeting process, and/or military campaign planning.
Proficient knowledge of FOIA exemptions (5 U.S.C. § 552(b)), the Privacy Act, and relevant Executive Orders.
Demonstrated experience preparing and delivering written and oral products to senior or executive decision-makers.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office/365 Suite and records management systems.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience as an OPSEC Program Manager for a two-star-level command or higher.
Three years of experience working in the CENTCOM AOR in support of OIE, IW, and/or SOF.
Completion of one or more of the following courses: OPSEC Analysis Course, OPSEC Program Managers Course, Joint/Service MILDEC Course, or Joint Information Planners Course (formerly JIOPC).
FOIA training or certification from DoW, the Department of Justice, or a recognized federal training program.
Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) OPSEC Professional Certification.

Responsibilities

Integrate OPSEC considerations into OIE and IW planning.
Develop and implement OPSEC plans, policies, and procedures to protect critical information.
Review operational plans, products, and content, including public affairs releases, to identify critical information vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation measures throughout planning and execution.
Advise planners on FOIA implications and disclosure risk, ensuring information activities and documentation remain compliant while preserving operational advantage.
Evaluate OPSEC effectiveness and adjust protection measures based on evolving threat conditions to support assessment and refinement of OIE/IW activities.
Coordinate OPSEC assessments and vulnerability analyses.
Process FOIA requests in accordance with DoD regulations, federal law, and policy within statutory deadlines.
Coordinate with legal counsel, subject matter experts, and other agencies to resolve complex FOIA disclosure issues.
Research and retrieve documents from databases, records systems, and file repositories in response to FOIA requests, as required.
Prepare reports, briefings, and recommendations for senior leadership on OPSEC posture and FOIA compliance.
Coordinate OPSEC training and awareness programs for military and civilian personnel.