Hawaii-Based Security Cooperation & C4 Advisor

SMX; Hagåtña (GU); On-site; USD 105,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

SMX is seeking a Security Cooperation Advisor to contribute to defense modernization and allied interoperability across INDOPACOM. The advisor develops strategies that strengthen international partnerships and enhance network-enabled warfighting capabilities, applying expertise in C4 to build roadmaps for partner and allied forces.

The role requires close coordination with multinational staffs, Joint and Combatant Commands, and DoD acquisition organizations to ensure communications and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in U.S. military C4 or network-enabled warfighting operations.
• Minimum 10 years in security cooperation or foreign military engagement.
• Minimum 5 years on a Joint, Combatant Command, or Component Command staff.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders, technical experts, and international stakeholders.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25%.
• Active TS clearance w/SCI eligibility
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Active passport with at least 6 months validity for visa and travel purposes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and execute interoperability and modernization plans with allied defense partners.
• Serve as liaison across U.S. and partner nation staffs to ensure alignment with DoD strategic objectives.
• Coordinate with acquisition and program offices to enable secure, interoperable C4 capabilities.
• Analyze systems and architectures to identify opportunities for enhanced connectivity and mission effectiveness.
• Represent the organization at multinational forums, working groups, and planning events.

Skills

C4 systems

Interoperability

Security cooperation

Staff coordination

Travel up to 25%

Communication with leaders

Active TS clearance w/SCI eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CJADC2 concepts

Job description

SMX is seeking a Security Cooperation Advisor to contribute to defense modernization and allied interoperability across INDOPACOM. The advisor develops strategies that strengthen international partnerships and enhance network-enabled warfighting capabilities, applying expertise in C4 to build roadmaps for partner and allied forces.

The role requires close coordination with multinational staffs, Joint and Combatant Commands, and DoD acquisition organizations to ensure communications and