PSYOP Planner

General Dynamics Information Technology; Fort Bragg (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Health and wellness packages

Career growth opportunities

Paid education and certifications

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) invites applications for a PSYOP Planner stationed at customer site in Fayetteville, NC. You will guide integrated PSYOP activities, assess target audiences, and craft culturally informed messaging to support joint operations.

Expect to collaborate with CCMDs, analysts, and operational units while leading analysts on day-to-day tasks and ensuring ethical online information operations. A TS/SCI eligible background is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; significant specialized experience may be substituted in lieu.
• 7+ years of related experience including PSYOP plan development at brigade level or higher.
• Security clearance TS/SCI eligibility required.
• Completion of PSYOP qualification, Joint IO Planning, or IO Integration courses; strong understanding of online platforms and ethics in IO.

Responsibilities

• Develops integrated PSYOP and supporting activities into CCPs, contingency plans and theater campaigns.
• Assists other joint planners in leveraging information to support PSYOP.
• Analyzes operational environment to identify key audiences and motivations.
• Collaborates on culturally appropriate messaging aligned with strategic objectives.
• Develops detailed PSYOP campaign plans with timelines and measures of effectiveness.
• Coordinates with CCMDs, intelligence analysts, and units to synchronize messaging across platforms.
• Develops and executes digital strategies to influence online audiences; coordinates with adjacent sections.
• May lead teams of analysts and oversee day-to-day tasking.

Skills

PSYOP planning

Digital marketing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cultural awareness

Online information operations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PSYOP qualification

Joint IO Planning

Job description

As a PSYOP Planner, you will be a key differentiator. Our work depends on a PSYOP Planner joining our team to support CCMD staff that participates in the Joint Planning Process (JPP). You will use your subject matter expertise with PSYOP capabilities and experience with Internet-Based PSYOP to advise operators on methods of leveraging informational power to gain and maintain an information advantage.

HOW A PSYOP PLANNER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Develops integrated PSYOP and supporting activities into CCPs, contingency plans, crisis plans, theater campaign orders, and ongoing operations.

• Assists other joint planners in incorporating their understanding of how information impacts the operational information environment to best leverage PSYOP.

• Conducts in-depth analysis of the operational environment to identify key target audiences and assess their beliefs, values, and motivations.

• Collaborates with analyst to develop persuasive and culturally appropriate messaging that aligns with strategic objectives.

• Develops detailed PSYOP campaign plans, including timelines, taskings, and measures of effectiveness.

• Collaborates with other CCMDs, intelligence analysts, and operational units to synchronize messaging and actions across different platforms.

• Develops and executes digital communication strategies to influence target audiences online, coordinating with adjacent staff sections to ensure consistent messaging.

• May lead a team or teams of Analysts and oversee their day-to-day tasking

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree required; significant specialized experience may be substituted in lieu.

• Experience:Requires 7+ years of related experience, including experience in the development of PSYOP plans and programs at the brigade level or higher.

• Security clearance level:TS/SCI eligibility required.

• Skills and abilities: Completion of PSYOP qualification, Joint IO Planning, or IO Integration courses required. Deep understanding of online communication platforms, expertise in digital marketing, strong analytical and communication skills, knowledge of foreign cultures, and awareness of legal and ethical considerations for online information operations.

Location: Customer Site (Fayetteville, NC).

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in intelligence at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for securing the mission.

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