Task Lead and Senior International SOF Support

K2 Solutions, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

K2 Solutions, Inc. seeks a senior leader as the USSOCOM J-3 International Task Lead to oversee execution, quality assurance, and management of international SOF support efforts.

The role requires experience with multinational programs, stakeholder coordination, and strategic planning, culminating in high-impact deliverables for USSOCOM J3-I initiatives.

Qualifications

• Senior (O5 or above) Army Special Forces officer with 15 years combined ops and PN development at high-level commands.
• Graduate of SAMS or equivalent military planning course.
• Master’s degree in international relations or related field.
• Current DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Experience coordinating with coalition SOF partners across programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and insights on international SOF support to all J3-I elements.
• Assist J3-I leadership in managing the program of work to meet USSOCOM objectives.
• Participate in J3-I strategic planning activities.
• Support integration of Partner Nation SOF capabilities into plans and operations.
• Develop measures of performance and success for J3-I.
• Mentor international SOF officers and senior NCOs when required.
• Perform close-out and escort duties as part of Security procedures.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder coordination

Leadership

International SOF support

Quality assurance

Education

Master's degree in international relations

SAMS graduate

Job description

The USSOCOM J-3 International Task Lead serves as the primary lead responsible for the execution, management, oversight, and quality assurance of all assigned tasks supporting the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) J-3 International Directorate mission.

This position requires a highly experienced professional with demonstrated expertise in international Special Operations Forces (SOF) support, program management, and stakeholder coordination. The Task Lead is responsible for the day-to-day management and administration of contract personnel and activities, ensuring all requirements are executed effectively, efficiently, and in alignment with USSOCOM objectives. The individual develops and manages detailed work plans and schedules, assigns personnel responsibilities, oversees contractor travel requirements, and manages surge-hour utilization to meet evolving mission demands.

As the senior contractor representative, the Task Lead performs comprehensive quality reviews of all deliverables and maintains continuous engagement with the J3-I Government Lead, Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), and designated Technical Representatives. Through proactive communication, issue resolution, and performance management, the Task Lead ensures exceptional customer satisfaction, successful transition of phased-in requirements, and the timely delivery of high-quality products and services.

In addition to leadership and management responsibilities, the Task Lead functions as a Senior International SOF Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing strategic guidance, operational expertise, and specialized support to advance USSOCOM J-3 International mission objectives and partner nation engagement efforts.

Tasks include:

• Provide advice, insights, and experience concerning international SOF support to all elements of the J3-I.
• Assist and advise J3-I leadership in the management of the overall J3-I program of work to meet Commander USSOCOM objectives and priorities.
• Participate and facilitate J3-Istrategic planning.
• Support the functional SMEs in maintaining timely/accurate global awareness and assisting in the integration of Partner Nation (PN)SOF capabilities and organization into plans, operations, crisis response to critical events, and capability development and readiness events across SOF Enterprise.
• Develop measures of performance and measures of success for J3-I.
• When required, mentor international SOF officers and senior Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) on USSOCOM, its components, operational headquarters, and SOF culture.
• Perform close-out and escort duties as part of the Division’s Security Procedure.

Requirements

• Senior (O5 or above) Army Special Forces officer with 15 years combined experience in operations and PN development at O6-command, TSOC, or NATO SOF HQ level.
• Master’s degree in international relations or related field
• Graduate of School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS) or equivalent military planning course.
• 1-year recent (last 5 years) combat/operational experience as part of combine joint special operations task force or TSOC staff
• Minimum 1year of experience working with coalition SOF partners
• Joint Professional Military Education Level II or equivalent graduate
• Current DoW Top Secret clearance and eligible for Sensitive Compartmented Information access

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this employment classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

K2 Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.