Cyber Information Operations Planner (Strategic Planner 3-5) - 28785

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 94,520 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries in Fort Meade, MD, seeks an experienced professional for a role focused on Information Operations. Candidates must have at least 6 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or a related field. Responsibilities include developing IO plans for cyber operations, analyzing adversarial environments, and coordinating efforts across different domains.

The position requires exceptional communication skills and an active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph security clearance. Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) options are offered.

Qualifications

• 6+ years relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree or comparable experience.
• 5+ years supporting joint or service level cyber campaigns.
• U.S. citizenship with active TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop IO annexes for cyber operations.
• Analyze adversary information environments.
• Coordinate with intelligence and planning cells.
• Lead IO-focused wargames and simulations.
• Draft and deliver briefings for senior leaders.

Skills

Direct IO planning experience

Drafting operational orders

Exceptional communication skills

Thorough understanding of Joint Publication 3-13.2

Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Job description

Location: Fort Meade, MD, Maryland, United States

Requisition Number: 28785

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $94,520.00 - $195,000.00

Security Clearance: TS/SCI with Poly

Level of Experience: SeniorHI

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

Job Description

• Develop IO annexes and integration plans for cyber operations, ensuring seamless synchronization of PSYOP, EW, OPSEC, DDA, and PA activities
• Analyze adversary information environments and recommend tailored disruption or influence strategies
• Coordinate with intelligence, planning, and targeting cells to refine IO objectives, effects, and assessment criteria
• Lead IO-focused wargames, red‑team exercises, and simulations to stress‑test plans and validate tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
• Draft and deliver briefings, directives, and staff summaries for senior leaders and joint force commanders
• Serve as the primary liaison to PSYOP and cyber exploitation units, both service and coalition, to facilitate cross‑domain integration
• Monitor and report campaign effectiveness, incorporating lessons learned into iterative planning cycles
• Mentor junior planners and contribute to professional development programs on IO doctrine and best practices

Minimum Qualifications

Level 3: 6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience.

Level 4: 10 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 8 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 14 years relevant experience.

Level 5: 15+ years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13+ years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19+ years relevant experience.

• 5+ years of direct IO planning experience supporting joint or service level cyber or information campaigns
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, International Relations, Strategic Studies, or related field
• Thorough understanding of Joint Publication 3‑13.2 (Information Operations) and CYBERCOM planning processes
• Proven ability to draft operational orders, fragmentary orders, and detailed IO annexes under tight timelines
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with track record of briefing Flag officers or Senior Executive Service (SES) leaders
• U.S. citizenship with active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph security clearance

Preferred Requirements

• JMTC Graduate
• DOPC graduate
• Master’s degree in National Security Studies, Cyber Operations, or related discipline
• Prior experience on USCYBERCOM J39 or Service IO staff
• Military background in IO, intelligence planning, or cyber planning, including one or more of the following MOS/AFSC/Rating codes:
  • Army: ASI P4/3H; FA30
  • Navy: Information Warfare Officer (1810)
  • Air Force: 14F/FX
  • Marine Corps: 0550 (Psychological Operations Officer); 0520, 0521 (Psychological Operations Marine)
• Hands‑on experience with IO tool
• Familiarity with DoD cyberspace policy, OPSEC Planner Experience, and DDA planning
• Demonstrated leadership in joint or coalition exercises and live operations

Physical Requirements

Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits such as best‑in‑class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools; life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships.

Equal Opportunity Employment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1‑844‑849‑8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.