MILDEC Planner

Theascendancygroup; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contracting firm in Tampa seeks a MILDEC Planner to support joint Information planning efforts. The candidate will develop and integrate deception objectives in alignment with operational strategies, requiring strategic/operational planning experience and expertise in Joint Operations Planning. Candidates with MILDEC training and a background in national security are preferred. This full-time role involves close liaison with military staff and a focus on the operational environment.

Qualifications

• One or more of the following courses: Joint Military Deception Training Course (JMTC); Service Level MILDEC Course; MILDEC Theater Operations Course (MDTOC).
• Experience working with Special Access Programs (SAP) or Special Technical Operations (STO).
• Operational experience in CENTCOM, INDOPACOM, or AFRICOM AORs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate deception objectives and narratives.
• Analyze enemy decision processes to identify exploitable vulnerabilities.
• Craft believable deception narratives supported by operations.

Skills

MILDEC strategic/operational planning experience

Expertise in the Joint Operations Planning Process (JOPP)

Experience drafting MILDEC plans, orders, and strategy assessments

Education

Education in strategic communications, IO, or national security

Job description

Description

MILDEC Planner

The Ascendancy Group’s Mission

To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions.

Overview

This is a full-time position supporting joint Information planning efforts at a Combatant Command headquarters as part of Operations in the Information Environment (OIE).

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Security Requirement

TS/SCI or TS w/SCI Eligibility

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develops and integrates deception objectives, narratives, and supporting CONOPs that align with the commander’s intent and the broader OIE campaign.
• Analyzes enemy decision processes (e.g., OODA loop) and intelligence collection systems to identify exploitable vulnerabilities.
• Crafts believable, sensor-verifiable deception narratives supported by operations and activities.
• Provides Integration with Information Forces ’IRCs’: Coordinate deception effects with OPSEC, MISO, Cyber, and EW.
• Ensures all deception plans are synchronized with real operations, with coordination across OPSEC and Intel (J2).
• Monitors adversary behavior via intelligence capabilities, evaluate success using MOP/MOE, and refine plans accordingly.
• Provides direct liaison and integration with CCMD staff, subordinate units, and JIIM partners, ensuring all deception operations support overarching strategic mission sets

Required Qualifications

• MILDEC strategic/operational planning experience
• One or more of the following Courses: Joint Military Deception Training Course (JMTC); Service Level MILDEC Course; MILDEC Theater Operations Course (MDTOC)
• Expertise in the Joint Operations Planning Process (JOPP)
• Experience drafting MILDEC plans, orders, and strategy assessments
• Demonstrated ability to perform at a strategic/joint level with minimal guidance

Preferred Qualifications

• Education in strategic communications, IO, or national security
• Experience working with Special Access Programs (SAP) or Special Technical Operations (STO)
• Operational experience in CENTCOM, INDOPACOM, or AFRICOM AORs
• Experience at the CCMD or Joint Staff level
• Familiarity with HUMINT or Counterintelligence integration

The Ascendancy Group (TAG) was founded on and thrives based on relationships, reputation, and trust.

We are passionate about everything we do. One hundred percent of our government-focused teammates are former members of the Department of Defense or the Intelligence Community who still believe in supporting our nation. We offer like-minded individuals the opportunity to continue working in small teams on unique and challenging problem sets that further our nation's security.

To expedite your application, provide the following information when you apply:

• Do you have an active TS/SCI Clearance? If not, are you eligible for one?
• Total number of years professional experience?
• List the highest degree earned and the field of study?
• List the second highest degree earned and the field of study?
• Provide your experience as it relates to this role. Please be specific.

If you possess the experience, qualifications and drive required for this position, please APPLY NOW for consideration!