Cyber Planner, Senior

CACI International Inc; Fort Bragg (NC); On-site; USD 78,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. seeks a Senior Cyber Planner to synchronize cyberspace operations planning with OIE, IW, and sensitive activities, translating strategy into executable cyber tasks. Candidate will develop cyber operation concepts, integrate intel and threat assessments, and brief leadership on risks and opportunities.

TS/SCI clearance, 5+ years of planning experience, and a BA/BS are required. The role involves collaboration with federal partners and up to 25% travel, contributing to

Qualifications

• TS/SCI security clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 5 years' experience planning, coordinating, and synchronizing cyberspace operations at high-level commands.
• Strong written and oral communication skills for executive-level briefs.

Responsibilities

• Synchronizes cyberspace operations planning with OIE, IW, and sensitive activities to deliver cyber effects.
• Plans and integrates cyber capabilities using JPP, MDMP, and joint/service doctrine.
• Develops OPORD inputs, annexes, and operation concepts translating guidance into executable cyber tasks.
• Incorporates cyber intel, threat assessments, and target development to inform planning and design.
• Advises leadership on cyber risks, ROE, requests for forces, and second/third-order effects on objectives.
• Establishes measures of performance to assess cyber contributions to outcomes.
• Coordinates with U.S. Cyber Command, CMF, and national agencies to synchronize cyber operations.
• Integrates compartmented cyber capabilities and SAPs into training and operations.
• Ensures cyber planning complies with legal and policy constraints while producing briefs.

Skills

Cyber planning

Joint planning process (JPP)

Military operations planning

Executive communication

Threat assessment

Education

Bachelor of Arts/Science in a relevant field

Tools

JPP

MDMP

Job description

Job Title: Cyber Planner, Senior

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity

Join a team dedicated to advancing national security through innovative irregular warfare and operations expertise. CACI is looking for individuals to join a program that delivers mission-critical advisory, training, and operational support services that help mission partners stay ahead of rapidly evolving global threats. Working across geographic and functional combatant commands, these professionals play a vital role in developing, integrating, and sustaining mission-ready task forces that enhance joint force effectiveness and operational success.

This is an opportunity to contribute to high-impact missions, collaborate with experienced professionals, and support strategic operations that strengthen our nation's defense capabilities around the world. Candidates who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace complex challenges, and are committed to mission excellence will find meaningful opportunities for growth and impact within CACI and on this team.

Responsibilities

• Synchronizes cyberspace operations planning with OIE, IW, and sensitive activities objectives to ensure cyber effects
• Plans and integrates cyberspace capabilities in support of OIE, IW, and sensitive activities leveraging JPP, MDMP and joint/service cyber doctrine
• Develops and integrates cyber-related OPORD inputs, annexes, appendices, tabs, and concepts of operation, translating strategic, operational and tactical guidance into executable cyber tasks.
• Incorporates cyber intelligence, threat/vulnerability assessments, and target development to inform OIE planning, prioritization, and operational design.
• Advises leadership on cyber-related risks, policies, rules of engagement, requests for forces, request for support, opportunities, authorities, and second- and third-order effects impacting operational/campaign objectives.
• Establishes and applies measures of performance and effectiveness to assess cyber contributions to OIE outcomes and support adaptive planning.
• Coordinates with U.S. Cyber Command, Joint Cyber Enterprise elements, Cyber Mission Forces (CMF), service cyber components, national agencies, and mission partners to synchronize cyber operations.
• Integrates compartmented cyber capabilities and Special Access Programs into training and operations.
• Ensures cyber planning complies with applicable legal, policy, and authority constraints while producing decision-quality planning products and briefs.

Qualifications

Required

• TS/SCI security clearance
• Bachelor of Arts/Science in a relevant field.
• 5 years' experience planning, coordinating, and synchronizing cyberspace operations at the CCMD, Service Component, Joint Task Force or similar level.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with ability to produce executive-level documentation
• 10 years demonstrated experience with military planning processes including Joint Planning Process (JPP), military decision-making process, joint targeting process, and/or military campaign planning
• Familiarity with Cyber Subordinate Headquarters, Cyber Mission Teams (CMT), National Mission Teams (NMT), Combat Support Teams (CST), National Support Teams (NST), and Cyber Protection Teams (CPT).

Desired

• Demonstrated experience supporting USASOC or Joint SOF organization
• Demonstrated experience coordinating compartmented or sensitive operational activity with the IC, Interagency, Allies and/or Partners
• Graduate of Cyber Officer Basic Leader Course, Cyber Captains Career Course or Joint/Service equivalent
• Knowledgeable in intelligence disciplines, capabilities, limitations, and platforms and relevant Intelligence Community Directives.

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$78,000 - $163,800

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.