Job Description

Program Overview

Leading provider of Information Operations (IO) and Irregular Warfare (IW) capabilities to the U.S. government. Integrates Information Related Capabilities (IRC) across multiple domains, environments, and geographic boundaries, supporting both domestic and overseas operation via Information Operations planners, intelligence analysts, cultural advisors, and linguists

About The Role

Peraton is seeking an experienced Psychological Operations (PSYOP) / Military Information Support Operations (MISO) Planner to integrate MISO functions and tasks across all facets of Combatant Command (CCMD) / Unified Command–level planning .

Location: Fort Meade, MD

Role &Responsibilities:

• This role ensures that PSYOP/MISO considerations are fully incorporated into command group decision‑making, as well as into all contingency and operations plans. You will ensure PSYOP/MISO capabilities are appropriately applied throughout both deliberate and crisis‑action planning processes.
• The PSYOP/MISO Planner will provide expert mission analysis, advanced analytic problem‑solving, and assessment support.
• The role requires creativity in leveraging information systems and information‑related capabilities (IRCs) ; close integration with interagency and Intelligence Community (IC) partners; and the development of innovative approaches to counter adversarial use of information within the Information Environment (IE) .
• You must also account for key cultural factors that influence operational and tactical planning, security considerations, and risk assessments.
• You will demonstrate the ability to review, analyze, and operationalize tactical and operational‑level IO‑related directives in support of mission objectives.
• As a PSYOP/MISO subject matter expert, you must be adept at applying technical expertise across tactical, operational, and strategic planning and execution; identifying and tracking measures of performance and effectiveness; and advising on the integration of PSYOP/MISO throughout the development of operational concepts.
• A strong working knowledge of Information Operations (IO) , Military Deception (MILDEC) , Operations Security (OPSEC) , Electronic Warfare (EW) , and Cyberspace Operations is essential, along with an understanding of how Army capabilities integrate into joint operations.
  • You must be capable of synchronizing activities across multiple warfighting functions and supporting CCMD planners with familiarity across core, supporting, and related IO competencies.
• Exceptional oral, visual, and written communication skills are required.
  • You must be able to effectively advise, negotiate, and persuade managers, military officials, and senior leaders, and must excel at gaining acceptance of recommended concepts, policies, and operational guidance.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 8 relevant years of planning experience. An additional 4 years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education requirements.
• PSYOP (37A/37F) career field or other service equivalents.
• Knowledge in joint operational planning process, military decision-making process, and military campaign plan planning, targeting processes and expertise in developing and accessing tactical and operational level PSYOP/MISO plans and orders.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with MISO planning at the service or joint level in support of operations at Combatant Commands or Joint Task Forces.
• Knowledge of service departments (Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force) functions and their relationships to CCMDs to coordinate PSYOP/MISO actions in appropriate channels, e.g., Army, Navy, Air Force, or Joint.
• Experience with joint and/or combined military operations and interagency coordination with demonstrated experience with the following:
  • Knowledge of DoD, joint, and Army service doctrine, regulations, and policies. 8. Capable of recommending changes to policy, force structure and design, and command relationships
  • Proficient in integrating PSYOP/MISO capabilities into cyber plans and operations.
  • Knowledge of military command relationships and command and control (C2) procedures.
  • Able to coordinate PSYOP/MISO actions within the proper channels and develop policies that incorporate the principle of C2.
  • Experience with integrating, coordinating, and synchronizing adjacent and supporting operations, as well as developing support for related capabilities and their activities.
• Be familiar with, certified in, or have applicable operational/field time experience in:
  • Military Deception (MILDEC)
  • OPSEC
  • EW
  • Cyberspace operations
  • Coordinating intelligence requirements
• U.S. citizenship required. 
• Possess a current U.S. Passport.
• Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility and the ability to obtain Polygraph. 

Preferred:

• Recent joint or service level information operations planning experience.
• Joint cyber operations planners’ course.
• Joint information operations planner course.
• Defense OPSEC planner course.
• Special warfare advanced targeting and analysis course.
• Special operations MILDEC planners course.
• Irregular Warfare Course.

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at

Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. 

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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