Cyber Operations Planner Senior - Clearance Required

WHO WE ARE Lockheed Martin, Rotary Mission Systems Cyber & Intelligence invites you to step up to one of today’s most daunting challenges: the use of advanced electronics to undermine our way of life. As a cyber security professional at Lockheed Martin, you’ll protect the networks that our citizens and the world depend upon each minute: Financial assets. Healthcare information. Critical infrastructure. Hazardous materials. The uninterrupted flow of energy that keeps modern life moving. Here, you’ll work with cybersecurity experts on the forefront of threat protection and proactive prevention. In this fast-paced, real‑world environment, you’ll draw on all your education and experience as well as the resources of Lockheed Martin to keep the threats at bay. THE WORK The scope of this effort encompasses tasks that provide USCYBERCOM with the sustained ability to fulfill its mission to direct, synchronize, and coordinate cyberspace planning and operations to defend and advance national interests in collaboration with domestic and international partners. These tasks include coordinating, synchronizing, deconflicting, and integrating operational planning efforts for full-spectrum cyberspace operations. RESPONSIBILITIES Cyber Defense Incident Responder Cyber Operations Planner Cyber Policy and Strategy Planner Knowledge Manager Program Support Specialist Systems Engineer Technical Writer WHO YOU ARE As a Cyber Operations Planner Senior you will provide Cyberspace Operations Support Services (COSS) aligned with core disciplines: Cyberspace Operations, Cyberspace Planning, Cyberspace Training and Exercises, Strategy / Policy / Doctrine Development and Campaign, Assessments, Information Technology (IT) / Communications, Business Area Support and Project Management Engagement Activities. You will provide the customer with the sustained ability to fulfill its mission to direct, synchronize, and coordinate cyberspace planning and operations to defend and advance national interests in collaboration with domestic and international partners. These tasks include coordinating, synchronizing, deconflicting, and integrating operational planning efforts for full-spectrum cyberspace operations. You will meet the evolving cyberspace operations mission in support of the Joint warfighter. QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma plus 13 years of relevant experience is required. OR Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cyber Operations, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus 10 years of relevant experience is required. OR Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cyber Operations, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus 8 years of relevant experience is required. EXPERIENCE Lead multi‑disciplinary planning cells, coordinating intelligence, legal, acquisition, and operators to ensure technical feasibility and compliance of cyber actions. Perform comprehensive risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and conduct targeting validation, synchronization, and integration to keep cyber operations aligned with mission objectives. Review post‑execution metrics, refine planning methodology, and adjust plans based on emerging intelligence, technical constraints, or operational feedback. Prepare concise briefings for command staff that clearly convey plan intent, associated risks, and required resources, while tracking task dependencies and timelines using tools such as JIRA or MSProject. Populate planning templates with accurate data, conduct literature reviews of target environments to identify capabilities, vulnerabilities, and potential collateral effects. Must possess a current U.S. TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph. DESIRED SKILLS Familiarity with DoD cyber planning tools and templates (e.g., JCIDS). Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to produce clear briefings and written plans. Analytical mindset for rapid assessment of target environments. Ability to work collaboratively across multi‑disciplinary teams. Proficiency with planning and project‑management software. Understanding of cyber‑operation concepts, targeting cycles, and the kill‑chain. Experience in a DoD, intelligence, or coalition cyber environment preferred. SECURITY CLEARANCE This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Poly. PAY & BENEFITS Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $123,500 - $217,695. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (Washington state applicants only) Non‑represented full‑time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This position is incentive plan eligible. LEGALLY REQUIRED STATEMENTS Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. WORK SCHEDULE Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off. #J-18808-Ljbffr