Special Operations Planner

CACI International•Tampa, FL

2d•$90,800 - $199,700•Onsite

About The Position

As a CACI-Mission & Engineering Services Special Operations Planner, you will facilitate and coordinate all aspects of operations-level planning, synchronization, and integration in support of a United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Joint Task Force (JTF). This position directly supports J39 (Special Operations/Low Intensity Conflict) operations, requiring expertise in SOF integration, crisis response planning, and trans-regional threat network operations coordination. As a Special Operations Planner, you will be embedded with SOF efforts to provide overwatch of operations and to ensure the development of proper mitigation strategies as required. Your in-depth knowledge of Irregular Warfare, Unrestricted Warfare, and Hybrid Warfare as it applies to each unique operational event. Tasking will allow you to seek out, identify, plan for, propose, integrate, and evaluate exquisite capabilities in support of Special Operations, and your J39-focused efforts include: Developing and maintaining comprehensive operational plans and fragmentary orders (FRAGOs) that align with USSOCOM's strategic objectives and J39 global campaign plans. Supporting crisis action planning and contingency operations in accordance with J39 priorities and operational timelines. Facilitating trans-regional SOF operations coordination and synchronization across Geographic Combatant Command (GCC) boundaries. Integrating sensitive activities, special access programs, and compartmented operations into comprehensive operational plans. Collaborating with inter-agency partners, multinational forces, and Other Government Agencies (OGAs) to ensure cohesive planning efforts across the J39 operational aperture. Coordinating Military Information Support Operations (MISO) and information operations integration within SOF planning efforts. Utilizing advanced analytics and emerging technologies to enhance planning capabilities and support J39 predictive analysis requirements.

Requirements

Current Top Secret/SCI clearance with eligibility for SAP access, and willingness to submit to a polygraph examination as required.
A bachelor's degree with at least 10 years of experience or 15 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree.
More than five years of specialized experience in military or IC compartmented activities (IJSTO, SAP, ACCM, etc.).
Experience with J39-level crisis action planning, contingency operations, and trans-regional coordination.
Experience with Joint Planning Process (JPP) and Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES) or current APEX equivalent systems.
Understanding of counterterrorism operations planning and counter-threat network methodologies.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing at the strategic and operational levels, including preparation of decision briefs for senior leadership.
Practical understanding of Microsoft SharePoint and web-based intelligence tools and databases available through SIPR and JWICS.

Nice To Haves

More than five years of experience with SOF, SMU, and Special or Technical Units of Federal, State, or Local Law Enforcement, and/or staff level experience at the GCC/TSOC level or Joint Staff J39 equivalent.
Experience working directly with J39, JSOC, or USSOCOM headquarters elements.
Familiarity with J39 operational oversight responsibilities, including Theater Special Operations Command (TSOC) synchronization.
Experience and in-depth knowledge of the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP), including mission analysis, COA decision and CONOP approval briefings, D3A execution matrices, CONOP documents, and FRAGOs.
Understanding of sensitive activities coordination and oversight processes within the J39 framework.
Knowledge of Presidential and Secretary of War reporting requirements for sensitive SOF operations.
Experience with counter-improvised threat networks, counter-facilitation operations, and follow-on forces operations.
Experience in cyber and information operations planning with emphasis on SOF applications.
Familiarity with U.S. Code Title 10 and Title 50 authorities as they pertain to SOF operations.
Familiarity with artificial intelligence and machine learning applications in military planning.
Knowledge of current geopolitical situations and their impact on special operations within J39 operational priorities.
Understanding of the National Defense Strategy (NDS), National Military Strategy (NMS), and their implications for SOF global campaigns.
Experience and capability to perform tasks with Microsoft productivity software and applications.
Ability to work independently with some government oversight and function effectively as part of a team in a joint working environment.

Responsibilities

Facilitate and coordinate all aspects of operations-level planning, synchronization, and integration in support of a United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Joint Task Force (JTF).
Provide overwatch of operations and ensure the development of proper mitigation strategies as required.
Seek out, identify, plan for, propose, integrate, and evaluate exquisite capabilities in support of Special Operations.
Develop and maintain comprehensive operational plans and fragmentary orders (FRAGOs) that align with USSOCOM's strategic objectives and J39 global campaign plans.
Support crisis action planning and contingency operations in accordance with J39 priorities and operational timelines.
Facilitate trans-regional SOF operations coordination and synchronization across Geographic Combatant Command (GCC) boundaries.
Integrate sensitive activities, special access programs, and compartmented operations into comprehensive operational plans.
Collaborate with inter-agency partners, multinational forces, and Other Government Agencies (OGAs) to ensure cohesive planning efforts across the J39 operational aperture.
Coordinate Military Information Support Operations (MISO) and information operations integration within SOF planning efforts.
Utilize advanced analytics and emerging technologies to enhance planning capabilities and support J39 predictive analysis requirements.
Provide daily feedback to the team lead and supported unit on product development.