Wargaming Analyst

CACI International Inc; Fort Bragg (NC); On-site; USD 78,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc invites applications for a Wargaming Analyst to support USASOC’s Capabilities Based Assessment. You will research future operating environments, design and run wargames, and deliver analytical reports guiding modernization efforts.

The role requires a TS/SCI clearance and extensive SO experience, with local travel and on-site collaboration at Fort Bragg. You will coordinate with Joint, Army, and interagency teams, produce authoritative products, and brief senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Current Top Secret/SCI clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years in Special Operations experience.
• 5+ years in operations or plans coordination at SO battalion or higher.
• Completion of ILE or equivalent military education.
• Ability to produce high-quality analytical reports and briefings.
• Experience with knowledge management systems and portals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze future operating environment products and concepts.
• Design, develop, rehearse, and execute wargames for USASOC and Joint Staff.
• Produce written products: environment assessments, threat analysis, whitepapers.
• Review strategic documents to align wargames with national objectives.
• Provide modernization recommendations for SAP/STO capabilities.
• Prepare staffing documents and edit internal Army/JSOC documents.
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, and executive summaries.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Wargaming design

Research and briefing

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

ILE or equivalent professional military education

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

Job Title: Wargaming Analyst

Job Category: Intelligence

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity

As the CACI Wargaming Analyst for the United States Army Special Operations Command's (USASOC) G9 Capabilities Based Assessment (CBA) project you will provide research, analysis, wargame design and execution to enhance USASOC G9 Directorate's understanding of the future operating environment; inform Army Special Operations Forces (ARSOF) future force design and modernization effects; coordinate with and integrate Joint, Army, and interagency personnel into planning and execution of wargames; provide Army special operations subject matter expertise at Joint and Army wargames; and recommend special activities modernization efforts. You will also review Joint and Service doctrine and concepts to enhance the survivability, lethality, and operational effectiveness of ARSOF.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for researching and analyzing future operating environment products, Joint and Army concepts, concept of operations, and concepts of employment, and Special Operations functional, organizational, and operational concepts for all subordinate USASOC commands including Special Forces, Rangers, Special Operations Aviation, Civil Affairs, and Psychological Operations
• Design, develop, rehearse, and execute wargames for USASOC, USSOCOM, and Joint Staff J7.
• Conduct in-depth research and produce analytical reports with findings and recommendations following each wargame execution.
• Develop comprehensive written products including operating environment assessments, threat analysis, SOF concept of operations, concepts of employment, whitepapers, information papers, and talking point papers to support wargaming events.
• Review strategic level documents including the National Defense Strategy, National Military Strategy, and Defense Planning Scenarios to nest wargames with national objectives and priorities.
• Provide recommendations to modernize special activities, special access programs, and special technical operations capabilities.
• Prepare staffing products, review internal command documents, including Army, Joint, and Special Operations concepts and provide recommended edits to those documents during the development process from the client's perspective.
• Plan and coordinates meetings, whiteboard sessions, and workshops and provide executive summaries and reports for each event.
• Brief senior leaders to include Flag Officers on products to gain their concurrence and incorporate their feedback.
• Maintain data libraries on SharePoint and web portals for long-term continuity, management and administration of the wargame development calendar to provide information and maintain transparency on all key activities, suspense’s, meetings, and events.

Qualifications

Required:

• Current Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of relevant Special Operations experience as a Special Forces Officer, Warrant Officer, or Senior NCO.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in operations or plans coordination roles of responsibility within a special operations battalion or higher-level command or while supporting a DoD contract at the same organizational level.
• Completion of Intermediate Level Education (ILE) or equivalent professional military education (e.g., Special Operations Warrant Officer Senior Course, or Senior NCO equivalent.)
• Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough research and produce high-quality analytical products, reports, and briefings.
• Working knowledge of tools, methods, and concepts of portals and other real or near real time knowledge management systems.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be able to work independently with limited government oversight and function effectively as part of a team in a joint and interagency working environment.

Desired

• Education: Master’s Degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in Force Modernization and/or Operational Design.
• Experience with Special Activities, Special Access Programs (SAP), or Special Technical Operations (STO).
• Experience working as primary staff officer in Army Major Command.
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What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$78,000 - $163,800

CAS CI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.