Future Operations (FUOPS) Cybersecurity Planner

Oversee complex programs that drive impactful mission outcomes for our customers as a Future Operations (FUOPS) Cybersecurity Planner. Here, you’ll see the bigger picture on mission initiatives and where your program management career can go at GDIT.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT:

As a FUOPS Cybersecurity Planner, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of USCENTCOM. You will play a crucial role in supporting the J63 Plans and Exercises team, ensuring the effective implementation of cybersecurity orders, policies, procedures, and guidance across the USCENTCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR).

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a direct interface with military and government leadership within USCENTCOM and its Service Components, supporting J63 Plans and Exercises.

• Facilitate theater-wide collaboration on cybersecurity orders, policies, procedures, and guidance through meetings, VTCs, email, and other communication methods.

• Distribute and update cybersecurity orders, policies, and procedures to USCENTCOM Components.

• Provide cybersecurity support to USCENTCOM AOR Network Operations (NETOPS) Centers as required.

• Interpret, analyze, produce, and execute theater-wide cybersecurity orders, policies, procedures, and tactics.

• Coordinate and participate in cybersecurity risk analysis, assessments, and scoping missions.

• Review current intelligence for relevant threats and develop appropriate actions and responses.

• Track compliance reporting for USCENTCOM orders and document cybersecurity policies and guidance.

• Participate in mission assurance working groups and conduct mission assurance analysis for J6 networks and missions.

• Plan and coordinate defensive cyber operations for theater defensive cyber forces.

• Analyze and recommend technology deployments to maximize defensive cyber operations effectiveness.

• Develop technology strategies, including evaluations and decision points for J6 leadership.

• Support the command exercise program by developing cyber inputs for exercises and writing cyber annexes to command orders.

• Represent CCJ6 equities during Operational Planning Teams (OPTs), conferences, working groups, and contingency planning actions throughout the USCENTCOM AOR.

• Support coalition interoperability, engagement activities, and cybersecurity cooperation.

• Coordinate with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) technicians for planning and support of CENTCOM Partner Network (CPN) requirements, operations, and expansion.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Bring your program management expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Project/Task Sr Manager must have:

• Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science

• Certification: Applicable DoD 8140 or DoD 8570 Certification

• Experience: 5+ years of related experience

•  Required Skills:

  • Proven ability to plan, install, integrate, operate, and maintain complex tactical and garrison communications and IT systems within a large network enterprise.

  • Knowledge of U.S. Department of Defense/War, Service, and Joint Task Force (JTF) communications policies and procedures.

  • Experience in communications operations, planning, and intelligence.

  • Ability to brief senior military and government leaders, including Partner Nations.

  • Significant experience with USCENTCOM operations, AOR, and staff work.

  • Ability to function as a current and future operations action officer.

  • Experience with Microsoft systems/applications and cybersecurity best practices.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Desired skills:

  • Experience with briefing and delivering training to senior military and civilian leaders (U.S. and foreign).

  • Familiarity with information platforms such as Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, OneBrief, PCTE, Joint Training Program, and/or Advana.

  • Experience with USCENTCOM and familiarity with its mission.

  • Knowledge and familiarity with USCENTCOM’s IT environment.

  • Master’s Degree in communication, computer science, engineering, or a related field with 7+ years of experience.

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

• Security clearance level: TS/SCI

• US citizenship required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off

• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in program management at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.