Cyber Planner, SME

CACI; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 104,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

Join CACI's cyber operations program as a Cyber Planner, SME supporting national security objectives through irregular warfare and operations expertise. You will contribute to mission-critical advisory, training, and operational support services in a fast-paced, collaboration-focused environment.

This role requires TS/SCI with Poly, a Bachelor’s degree, and 7+ years of cyberspace operations planning experience at a high level.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI with CI Poly clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 7 years' experience planning cyberspace operations at CCMD/Service level.
• Strong written and oral communication for executive-level docs.
• 10 years' experience with JPP, MDMP, Joint Targeting or campaign planning.
• Familiarity with Cyber Subordinate Headquarters, CMT, NMT, CST, NST, and CPT.

Responsibilities

• Synchronizes cyberspace operations planning with OIE, IW, and sensitive activities objectives.
• Plans and integrates cyberspace capabilities using JPP, MDMP and cyber doctrine.
• Develops and integrates cyber-related OPORD inputs and concepts of operation.
• Incorporates cyber intelligence and threat assessments to inform planning.
• Advises leadership on cyber risks, policies, ROE, and authorities.
• Establishes measures of performance to assess cyber contributions.
• Coordinates with USCYBERCOM, CMF, and cyber components to synchronize operations.
• Integrates compartmented cyber capabilities into training and operations.
• Ensures planning complies with legal, policy, and authority constraints.

Skills

TS/SCI with Polygraph

Bachelor's degree

Cyber planning

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

JPP

MDMP

Joint Targeting Process

CPT/CMT familiarity

Job description

Job Title: Cyber Planner, SMEJob Category: Information TechnologyTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with PolygraphEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%Type of Travel: Local* * *

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 with CI Poly.
• Bachelor of Arts/Science in a relevant field.
• 7 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 CMT, NMT, CST, NST, CPT, CYBERCOM or any of its subordinate Joint Force HQs-Cyber
• 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:

$103,800 - $218,100

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.