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Miso/Psyops Planner
| Company | Leidos |
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| Location | Tampa, FL, USA |
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| Salary | $89700 – $162150 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
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| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of relevant planning experience or a Master’s degree and 6 years’ experience; an additional 4 years of relevant experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.
- Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
- Experience integrating MISO capabilities into joint and combined military operations.
- Proficiency in developing Concept of Operations (CONOPs) and managing internal and external stakeholder coordination.
- Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS, including potentially hazardous areas.
- Current or ability to obtain a U.S. Passport.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert-level mission analysis and develop operational concepts integrating MISO into joint planning.
- Develop, coordinate, and execute Military Information Support Operations plans and orders in alignment with USCENTCOM objectives.
- Integrate and synchronize MISO planning and targeting efforts with broader Information Operations (IO), Civil Affairs, Public Affairs, Cyberspace Operations, Electronic Warfare (EW), Military Deception (MILDEC), and Operations Security (OPSEC) strategies.
- Conduct and facilitate strategic, operational, and tactical planning sessions, leveraging analytical skills to measure operational effectiveness.
- Prepare and deliver clear, concise briefings to senior leadership, stakeholders, and interagency partners.
- Interface with industry, academia, and research organizations to leverage emerging technologies and innovative practices in information operations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Military Art and Science, Strategic Communications, International Affairs, or related discipline.
- Recent experience with Joint or Service-level MISO, Information Operations (IO), and Cyber operations planning.
- Completion of advanced military education or specialized courses such as: Joint Information Operations Planner Course (JIOPC), Defense OPSEC Planners Course, Special Operations Military Deception Planners Course, Joint Cyber Operations Planner Course, Irregular Warfare Course.
- Strong background in Military Deception (MILDEC), Operational Security (OPSEC), and Information Forces.
- Experience collaborating within distributed or cross-functional teams.
- Excellent oral, visual, and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to engage senior leaders and interagency stakeholders.
- Recent experience working within (preferably) USCENTCOM, OR INDOPACOM, AFRICOM.
