Bilateral Operational Planning Analyst

Obsidian Solutions Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Obsidian Solutions Group in Tampa, FL is seeking a senior planner to support the MARCENT Plans and Policy Directorate (G‑5). You will lead bi‑lateral and multi‑lateral contingency plan development for the USCENTCOM AOR, coordinating with MARCENT and CENTCOM staff.

The role requires expert lead planning experience at the Combatant or Component Command level, a TS/SCI clearance, and strong briefing skills. On‐site work at MacDill AFB with travel to planning conferences is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of relevant operational planning experience (Master’s preferred).
• Expert-level lead planning experience at the Combatant Command or Component Command level.
• Strong written and briefing skills; TS/SCI clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead contingency plan development for USCENTCOM AOR in coordination with MARCENT Plans and Policy Directorate.
• Support bi‑lateral and multi‑lateral planning conferences and staff reviews of planning products.
• Draft MARCENT responses for approval, ensuring proper deployment and employment of Marine forces.
• Support development of component plans to Combatant Command OPLANs and CONPLANs.
• Provide contingency planning support for joint and coalition plans, including compartmented plans.
• Attend planning conferences/working groups and deliver IPRs to MARCENT leadership.
• Develop assessments, briefs, information papers, and automated messages; support strategic posture planning.
• Participate in CENTCOM Battle Rhythm events and MARCENT working groups.

Skills

Operational planning

Lead planning

TS/SCI clearance

Briefing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Primary Location: MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa, Florida

Clearance: Active TS/SCI

Remote Work: No

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary

Serve as a senior planner supporting the MARCENT Plans and Policy Directorate (G‑5), leading bi‑lateral and multi‑lateral contingency plan development for the USCENTCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR).

Specific Responsibilities

• Support the command’s lead planner for USCENTCOM AOR bi‑lateral and multi‑lateral contingency plans development.
• Participate in USCENTCOM bi‑lateral/multilateral planning conferences and conduct MARCENT staff reviews of USCENTCOM planning products.
• Draft MARCENT responses to USCENTCOM for approval, ensuring proper deployment and employment of Marine forces.
• Support development of Component supporting plans to Combatant Command Operation Plans (OPLANs) and Concept Plans (CONPLANs).
• Provide contingency planning support for joint, bi‑lateral, and multi‑lateral plans, including compartmented plans.
• Attend joint, bi‑lateral, multilateral, and coalition planning conferences/working groups; provide In‑Progress Reviews (IPRs) to MARCENT leadership.
• Develop assessments, briefs, information papers, and automated messages; support strategic, policy, campaign, and posture plan development.
• Support internal MARCENT working groups and attend CENTCOM Battle Rhythm events (e.g., Joint Planning Group, Joint Planning Board, Modeling and Simulation Working Group).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of relevant operational planning experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience (Master’s degree preferred).
• Expert‑level experience in lead planning at the Combatant Command or Component Command level.
• Working understanding of complex interrelationships between Middle Eastern states, religions, and ethnic groups, regional US Embassies, SDO/DATT, and USLO structures.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Strong written and briefing skills.

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

Work is generally performed in a standard office environment at MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa, Florida. Must be able to sit, stand, and use computer equipment for extended periods. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.

Travel

• Travel required to support USCENTCOM bi‑lateral/multilateral planning conferences and Battle Rhythm events.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Obsidian Solutions Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, protected veteran status, and any other non‑merit factor, or any other characteristic protected by law.