MILDEC Planner

The Ascendancy Group; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ascendancy Group is looking for a Military Deception Planner in Virginia Beach, VA. This position involves drafting and executing MILDEC plans to enhance operational effectiveness and requires specialized training in MILDEC operations.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of MILDEC planning experience and possess a Top-Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility. Additionally, strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate across diverse communities are essential. The role supports integration with broader Intelligence Operations.

Qualifications

• Must have a Top-Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility.
• 5+ years of MILDEC planning experience required.

Responsibilities

• Draft and execute MILDEC plans to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Provide subject matter expertise to military commands for MILDEC planning.
• Assess MILDEC operations using defined performance measures.
• Coordinate with Counterintelligence assets for operational security.
• Integrate MILDEC into Joint Planning Teams and operational planning.

Skills

MILDEC planning experience

Analytical skills

Collaboration across intelligence and cyber

Education

Graduate of the Defense MILDEC Training Course

Graduate of a Service or Joint-level MILDEC training course

Job description

Description

Mission

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

*This position is contingent upon contract award*

Overview

The Ascendancy Group is seeking a highly qualified Military Deception (MILDEC) Planner. This role requires specialized training and experience in MILDEC operations, coordination with intelligence and operational elements, and synchronization with broader Information Operations (IO) and non-kinetic capabilities.

Security Requirement

• A Top-Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility is required

Roles and Responsibilities

• Draft, coordinate, and execute MILDEC plans and orders to enhance operational effectiveness, reduce casualties, and protect equipment
• Provide subject matter expertise to USCENTCOM Component Commands for MILDEC planning, coordination, and de-confliction
• Assess MILDEC operations using defined Measures of Performance (MOP) and Measures of Effectiveness (MOE)
• Coordinate with Counterintelligence assets to ensure alignment and operational security
• Synchronize MILDEC activities with Computer Network Operations (CNO), Electronic Warfare (EW), OPSEC, and Military Information Support Operations (MISO)
• Support integration of MILDEC into Joint Planning Teams (JPT) and Operational Planning Teams (OPT)
• Coordinate FOIA requests and Mandatory Declassification Reviews (MDR), ensuring compliance with USCENTCOM directives and legal standards.
• Conduct file searches, advise CCJ5 on declassification, and safeguard plans and orders.

Position Requirements

• Graduate of the Defense MILDEC Training Course.
• Graduate of a Service or Joint-level MILDEC training course per USCENTCOM R-525-3
• 5+ years of MILDEC planning experience.

Preferred Skills

• Deep understanding of joint deception doctrine and operational planning
• Experience working in high-level joint or combined headquarters environments
• Strong analytical skills for assessing deception effectiveness
• Ability to collaborate across intelligence, cyber, and IO communities
• Familiarity with USCENTCOM AOR and strategic planning processes