Integrated Joint Special Technical Operations (IJSTO) Planner, Senior

CACI International; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 87,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International is seeking a Senior Integrated Joint Special Technical Operations (IJSTO) Planner to support national security objectives. The role focuses on advancing irregular warfare and operationsexpertise through advisory, training, and operational support across joint and service planning efforts.

The candidate will integrate STO/IJSTO and SAP planning with CONOPS, OPLANs, and OPORDs, coordinating with combatant commands and interagency partners.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph required.
• Bachelor of Arts/Science in a relevant field.
• 10 years’ experience planning, coordinating, integrating STO/IJSTO and/or SAP planning at the Combatant Command, Service Component and/or Joint Task Force level.
• 7 years’ demonstrated experience with JPP, military decision-making, joint targeting, or campaign planning.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and builds assessment plans for IJSTO integration into joint/service planning efforts.
• Develops and supports STO/SAP inputs to CONOPS, OPLANs, OPORDs, and contingency plans.
• Synchronizes STO/SAP integration with command targeting and operational activity to preserve coherence.
• Coordinates Evaluation Request and Response Messages with compliance and governance.
• Collaborates with interagency, intelligence community, multinational, and joint partners.
• Prepares and delivers briefings and planning products for senior leadership.

Skills

Clearance handling

Executive briefing

Joint/Service planning

Interagency collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Arts/Science

Job description

Job Title: Integrated Joint Special Technical Operations (IJSTO) Planner, Senior

Job Category: Intelligence

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

The Opportunity:

Join a team dedicated to advancing national security through innovative irregular warfare and operationsexpertise. 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:

• Plans, coordinates, and builds assessment plans for IJSTO integration into joint and/or service planning efforts; includes integration with SAP, ACCMs, OIE, and IW
• Develops and supports STO/SAP inputs to CONOPS, OPLANs, OPORDs, and contingency plans (i.e.estimates annexes,appendicesand tabs)
• Synchronizes STO/SAP integration with command targeting and operational activity (OIE, sensitive activities, IW, cyber, Space, EW, etc.) to preserve operational coherence
• Coordinates Evaluation Request and Response Messages and supports review and approval, ensuring compliance with authorities, security controls, and governance
• Collaborates with interagency, intelligence community, multinational, and joint partners to align planning efforts
• Prepares and delivers briefings and planning products for senior leadership

Qualifications:

Required

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph
• Bachelor of Arts/Science in a relevant field
• 10 years’ experience planning, coordinating, integrating STO/IJSTO and/or SAP planning at the Combatant Command, ServiceComponentand/or Joint Task Force level
• 7 yearsdemonstratedexperience with military planning processes including Joint Planning Process (JPP), military decision-making process, joint targeting process, and/or military campaign planning
• Demonstrated experience briefing or delivering written operational concepts to executive/senior-level (GO/FO/SES) decision makers
• Graduate of STO Planners Course and PDAS Operators Course

Desired

• Demonstrated experience
• Background in OIE, Information Operations (IO), Irregular Warfare, Special Operations, Sensitive Activities, PSYOP, DDA/MILDEC, OPSEC, Cyber, Space, and/or EW planning and integration
• Experience with joint targeting methodologies (D3A, F3EAD)
• Completion of relevant courses such as: Joint Information Planners Course (formerly JIOPC), Defense OPSEC Planners Course, MILDEC Planners Course,
• Demonstrated experience developing, managing, and coordinating intelligence requirements in support of operational planning

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:

$86,600 - $181,800

CACI is anEqualOpportunity 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 otherprotectedcharacteristic.