Senior Analyst: Combat Assessment Program Lead

PatchPlus Consulting, Inc.; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401K Plan

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership)

Job summary

PatchPlus Consulting, Inc. seeks a Senior Analyst Specialist II and Combat Assessment Program Lead to support the Joint Targeting School at Dam Neck Annex, NAS Oceana, VA. The role owns the CA Program, standardizes courseware, maintains the CA Registry, and coordinates audits with CCMD and Services.

Requirements include U.S. citizenship, TS/SCI clearance with NACLAC in-scope within 5 years, 7 years of warfighting operational experience, and graduation from the DOD CA Course.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required.
• TS/SCI clearance with NACLAC in-scope within the last 5 years.
• 7 years of warfighting operational experience.
• Graduate of the DOD CA Course required.
• Demonstrated success in three or more specified areas (combat assessment methodology, Joint Targeting Cycle, etc.).
• Proficiency in ISD principles and instructional design for complex joint training.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day oversight of the JTS CA Program; develop, standardize, and distribute CA courseware and testing question files.
• Coordinate with the CA Program Manager on development of the JTS CA Course and accreditation milestones.
• Maintain standardization criteria; assist with CA standardization instructors; maintain the JTS CA Registry.
• Coordinate and execute bi-annual CCMD and Service CA program audits and accreditations; deliver final reports.
• Deliver CA instruction via face-to-face and distance delivery as directed.
• Maintain professional conduct and adherence to JTS standards.

Skills

Combat assessment

Joint Targeting Cycle

DOD/JCS Procedures

ISD principles

MS Office Suite

Education

Graduate of the DOD CA Course

Tools

SharePoint

Microsoft Teams LMS

NIPR/SIPR networks

Job description

Job Overview

PatchPlus seeks an experienced targeting and combat assessment professional to serve as the Senior Analyst Specialist II and Combat Assessment Program Lead in support of the Joint Targeting School (JTS), a Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) J7 schoolhouse at Dam Neck Annex, NAS Oceana, Virginia Beach, VA. JTS delivers operational-level targeting training to Service, Interagency, and Allied personnel worldwide.

The CA Program Lead carries day-to-day programmatic ownership of the JTS Combat Assessment Program. JTS annually trains 280–300 new CA students at Dam Neck Naval Annex, with another 200 trained across 4 JTS‑accredited subordinate programs. This position develops, standardizes, and distributes CA courseware and testing question files; maintains standardization instructor criteria and the JTS CA Registry; coordinates and executes CCMD and Service program audits and accreditations; and participates as a member of the JTS instructional cadre for face‑to‑face and distance delivery. Graduate of the DOD CA Course is required.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate traits that align with PatchPlus’ guiding principles – Purpose, Proficiency, and Character. PatchPlus’ purpose is to continue to make a difference to our nation’s security while providing persistent, meaningful employment to its owner‑employees. Proficiency defines the PatchPlus ethos where we seek to hire and develop members who possess a high degree of competence, skill and expertise in their field of work. Character is the moral compass in each member that guides us to do the right things.

Job Overview

PatchPlus seeks an experienced targeting and combat assessment professional to serve as the Senior Analyst Specialist II and Combat Assessment Program Lead in support of the Joint Targeting School (JTS), a Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) J7 schoolhouse at Dam Neck Annex, NAS Oceana, Virginia Beach, VA. JTS delivers operational-level targeting training to Service, Interagency, and Allied personnel worldwide.

The CA Program Lead carries day-to-day programmatic ownership of the JTS Combat Assessment Program. JTS annually trains 280–300 new CA students at Dam Neck Naval Annex, with another 200 trained across 4 JTS‑accredited subordinate programs. This position develops, standardizes, and distributes CA courseware and testing question files; maintains standardization instructor criteria and the JTS CA Registry; coordinates and executes CCMD and Service program audits and accreditations; and participates as a member of the JTS instructional cadre for face‑to‑face and distance delivery. Graduate of the DOD CA Course is required.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate traits that align with PatchPlus’ guiding principles – Purpose, Proficiency, and Character. PatchPlus’ purpose is to continue to make a difference to our nation’s security while providing persistent, meaningful employment to its owner‑employees. Proficiency defines the PatchPlus ethos where we seek to hire and develop members who possess a high degree of competence, skill and expertise in their field of work. Character is the moral compass in each member that guides us to do the right things.

Responsibilities / Duties

• Provide day-to-day oversight of the JTS CA Program; develop, standardize, and distribute CA courseware and testing question files
• Coordinate with the CA Program Manager on developing broad aspects of the JTS CA Course, subordinate school accreditation, and long‑term milestones
• Maintain standardization instructor criteria; assist the Joint Staff with CA standardization instructors; maintain the JTS CA Registry
• Coordinate and execute bi‑annual CCMD and Service CA program audits and accreditations; deliver Audit and Accreditation Final Reports; maintain master list of accredited CA programs
• Coordinate and synchronize training efforts between JTS and CA programs; provide training guidance and solicit feedback from subordinate CA programs
• Develop studies, position papers, and fact sheets for the purpose of clarifying issues and determining recommendations as directed by the JTS Director or Joint Staff
• Attend CA‑related conferences, working groups, and meetings as required by the JTS Director
• Participate as a member of the JTS instructional cadre; deliver CA instruction through face‑to‑face and distance delivery as directed
• Maintain a professional image and adhere to JTS standards of professional conduct at all times

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance with NACLAC in‑scope within the last 5 years
• 7 years’ warfighting operational experience
• REQUIRED: Graduate of the DOD CA Course
• Demonstrated success in three (3) or more of the following areas:
  • Expert knowledge of combat assessment methodology, precedent, procedures, and regulations issued by the DOD, JS, and the JS J7
  • Comprehensive knowledge of employment of military forces in the joint environment; in‑depth understanding of the Joint Targeting Cycle
  • Familiarity with the Targeting community and key participants in Joint Targeting and Joint Planning Process
  • Experience with communications and information systems training
  • Experience in training deficiency resolution
  • Knowledge of Joint Doctrine and Chairman Instructions/Manuals
  • Experience in Counterinsurgency operations and Irregular Warfare
  • Experience in Cyberspace Operations Training; Electronic Warfare; Civilian Harm Mitigation
  • Knowledge of Rules of Engagement
  • Experience with quantitative and qualitative analysis and evaluations
• Comprehensive practical knowledge of ISD principles sufficient to independently plan, coordinate, and design instruction for complex joint targeting training programs
• High degree of knowledge in preparing and directing correspondence, reports, briefings, graphs, and charts; proficient with Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of one or more Joint Targeting Staff Courses
• Experience conducting CA or managing a CA program
• Joint Staff or Combatant Command targeting staff experience
• Experience with CJCSI Methodology for Combat Assessment
• Graduate of the DOD CDE Qualification Course
• Familiarity with NIPR/SIPR Microsoft Teams LMS or equivalent military LMS
• SharePoint experience

Additional Comments

• Offers contingent on successful contract award.
• Start date on or about 25 September 2026
• Must be willing to sign a Contractor Visitor Group Security Agreement upon award
• Resume may be used as part of business proposal

Benefits

• Highly Competitive Compensation Package
• 401K Plan
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Program)
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