AFP Operations Manager

Cherokee Federal; Fort Bragg (NC); On-site; USD 135,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

EAP

FSAs/HSAs

Professional development

Job summary

Cherokee Strategic Edge, part of Cherokee Federal, seeks an AFP Operations Manager to support INSCOMTREX. Responsible for developing and maintaining training materiel, lesson plans, and curricula; reviews policy and doctrine for incorporation into training products; maintains training records per Government requirements.

Starting Salary Range: $135,000 – $143,000. This role requires US citizenship and an active Top Secret/SCI clearance, with the potential for professional development and a

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years as an MOS 35F (All-Source Analyst).
• DCGS-A or DIS All-Source Analyst experience at DCGS-A/DIS level.
• Minimum of 2 years as an instructor on the DCGS-A/DIS system.
• Proficiency in DCGS-A or DIS software applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead, review, and validate work products, instructional materials, and reports.
• Provide routine professional counseling and mentorship to contractor personnel.
• Establish performance expectations and track workload, resources, and risks.
• Develop, maintain, and deliver training material to support intelligence goals.

Skills

All-Source analysis

DCGS-A/DIS

Instructing

Army MI

Top Secret/SCI

US Citizenship

Policy & doctrine review

Education

ABIC or equivalent

Tools

DCGS-A software

DIS software

Job description

Prepared Date:10/14/2026

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Position Summary

Cherokee Strategic Edge is seeking an AFP Operations Manager to support INSCOM’s Training and Readiness Exercise (TREX) program. The FIROC Operations Manager Develops, maintains, and / or delivers training material to drive intelligence goals, objectives, tradecraft, and standards. Provides lesson plans / presentations / curricula in support of educational goals and maintains materiel within the assigned educational system (i.e. AGILE, Training Development Capability (TDC), etc.). Reviews emerging policy and doctrine publications, provides feedback, and assesses for incorporation into training products. Develops / maintains training records and tracking systems as required or designated by the Government.

Starting Salary Range for AFP Operations Manager: $135,000 – $143,000

Benefits That Set Us Apart

When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.

Highlights include

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security


• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage


• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options


• Short-term and long-term disability coverage


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options


• Professional development, training, and certification support


• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection

Because taking care of our employees isn’t just a promise, it’s part of who we are.

Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities

Includes the following:

• Lead, review and validate work products, instructional materials, scenario products, reports, and deliverables before submission.


• Provide routine professional counseling, mentorship, coaching, and performance feedback to assigned contractor personnel.


• Establish clear performance expectations, communicate priorities, track workload and progress, identify resource constraints, and elevate risks or issues to the Program Manager and Government lead in a timely manner.


• Develop, maintain, and deliver training material that drives intelligence goals, objectives, tradecraft, and standards.


• Produce lesson plans, presentations, and curricula in support of educational objectives and maintain all material within the assigned educational system (e.g., AGILE, Training Development Capability).


• Review emerging policy and doctrine publications, provide feedback, and assess applicability for incorporation into training products.


• Develop and maintain training records and tracking systems as required or designated by the Government.


• Develop realistic, repeatable training environments that allow students and units to apply intelligence tradecraft under operationally relevant conditions.


• Facilitate working sessions—such as requirements breakdown, collection and analysis planning, and product reviews—to drive collaboration and consensus.


• Provide quality assurance through peer review, product checks, and facilitation of corrective actions.


• Coordinate with developers to refine ION functionality based on operational use, user feedback, after-action findings, and emerging technology opportunities


• Apply generative AI tools to support scenario development, writing, editing, brainstorming, workflow acceleration, and training content refinement.


• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years as an MOS 35F (All-Source Analyst)


• DCGS-A or DIS All-Source Analyst or equivalent experience as an All-Source Analyst on DCGS-A or DIS spanning MICO, BCT, DIV-Corps level echelons.


• Minimum of 2 years as an instructor on the DCGS-A or DIS system.


• Proficiency in DCGS-A or DIS software applications.


• Minimum 12 years of Army Military Intelligence experience.


• Must attend and graduate DISFC, GEP, and DISMGC within 90 days.


• Graduate of the Army Basic Instructor Course (ABIC) or equivalent Intelligence Community instructor course (i.e., NGA College, NSA ADET, etc.).


• Extensive ability to provide strategic advice, technical guidance and expertise to Defense planners and policymakers (e.g. Undersecretary level or higher).


• Ability to define problems, supervise studies and lead surveys to collect and analyze data to provide advice and recommend solutions.


• Demonstrates analytic leadership and expertise in identifying, planning, developing, and executing analytic production methodologies, tradecraft and techniques aligned with labor category mission.


• Must be a US Citizen.


• This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.


• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.


• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Preferred Qualifications

Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment.

Company Information

Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee Strategic Edge, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com.

Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Disclaimer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at careers@cherokee-fede