Site Lead Tactical Mission Networks (TMN) - Eastern Europe

We are seeking an experienced Tactical Mission Network Site Lead to serve as the senior on-the-ground representative supporting U.S. Army Special Operations Command (USASOC) Tactical Mission Network (TMN) operations in Eastern Europe (EE). This individual will function as the primary point of contact between the contractor program team, the host nation environment, and USASOC supported units, providing both technical oversight and operational coordination to ensure TMN capabilities are effectively deployed, sustained, and integrated at the forward site. The EE Site Lead must be equally comfortable managing complex technical environments and navigating the operational demands of a Special Operations forward presence. The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional with prior military or SOF-adjacent experience, a strong understanding of TMN or similar tactical network architectures, and the maturity and judgment to operate with significant autonomy in a sensitive, strategically consequential OCONUS environment. Familiarity with the European theatre, and EUCOM/SOCEUR priorities, and the unique political-military dynamics of EE is a distinct advantage.

This position is Remote/ Eastern Europe.

This position requires an active DoD Top Secret which requires US citizenship for work on DoD contracts.

Application Deadline: June 29, 2026

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Site Leadership & Management

• Serve as the senior contractor representative at the OCONUS site, providing day-to-day leadership, direction, and accountability for all contractor personnel assigned to the location.

• Act as the primary liaison between on-site contractor staff, USASOC supported units, and the CONUS-based program management team.

• Maintain situational awareness of all site activities and provide regular status updates, trip reports, and operational summaries to program leadership.

• Manage site schedules, task prioritization, and personnel assignments to ensure mission requirements are met with available resources.

• Enforce compliance with all applicable contractor policies, DoD regulations, Status of Forces Agreements (SOFA), and host nation requirements.

Tactical Mission Network (TMN) Technical Oversight

• Oversee the installation, configuration, operation, and maintenance of TMN systems and associated infrastructure at the forward site.

• Serve as the senior technical authority on-site for network architecture, systems integration, and TMN capability delivery.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across communications, networking, and data systems, escalating to CONUS engineering support as needed.

• Ensure TMN systems are maintained at operational readiness standards and that all planned and unplanned maintenance activities are documented and tracked.

• Coordinate with supported unit S6/J6 and communications staff to align TMN capabilities with unit requirements and operational schedules.

Operational Mission Support

• Provide direct technical and analytical support to USASOC Special Operations units at the site, ensuring TMN tools and data products are accessible, functional, and operationally relevant.

• Support the planning and execution of exercises, operations, and training events that rely on TMN infrastructure and data capabilities.

• Anticipate and respond to the evolving operational needs of the supported unit, proactively identifying capability gaps and recommending solutions to the program team.

• Coordinate logistics, equipment staging, and site readiness activities in support of unit deployments, rotations, and mission cycles.

Personnel Leadership & Welfare

• Provide mentorship, performance guidance, and day-to-day leadership to all contractor personnel assigned under the site lead's authority.

• Monitor the health, welfare, safety, and morale of on-site contractor staff operating in a potentially austere or high-risk OCONUS environment.

• Coordinate with the program HR and security teams on personnel matters including travel, medical support, emergency procedures, and force protection protocols.

• Conduct or facilitate performance evaluations, identify training needs, and support professional development of site personnel.

Security & Compliance

• Serve as the on-site point of contact for physical security, information security (INFOSEC), and operational security (OPSEC) matters.

• Ensure all contractor personnel adhere to site-specific security protocols, classification handling procedures, and applicable USASOC and DoD security directives.

• Coordinate with the Facility Security Officer (FSO) and site security personnel to maintain compliance with TS/SCI access and handling requirements.

• Report security incidents, anomalies, or concerns through proper channels in a timely manner.

Stakeholder Coordination & Communication

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with USASOC unit leadership, host nation counterparts, interagency partners, and other contractor entities operating at or near the site.

• Represent the contractor program professionally in all interactions with military customers, partner nation personnel, and government stakeholders.

• Prepare and deliver briefings, status reports, and after-action reviews (AARs) to both contractor leadership and military customers.

• Facilitate the resolution of cross-organizational issues, resource conflicts, or capability shortfalls through collaborative engagement with all relevant stakeholders.

Logistics & Resource Management

• Oversee the accountability, maintenance, and serviceability of all government-furnished equipment (GFE) and contractor-owned assets at the site.

• Manage site-level supply chain and logistics requirements, coordinating with CONUS program support staff for procurement, shipping, and equipment replenishment.

• Track and report site expenditures, resource utilization, and equipment status in accordance with program reporting requirements.

• Coordinate with host nation and U.S. military logistics elements to ensure continuity of site operations.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Business, or related discipline); equivalent military education and experience will be considered in lieu of degree.

• 7+ years of combined experience in technical operations, network systems, and/or military operational support roles.

• Prior U.S. military service, with demonstrated experience operating in or supporting OCONUS environments; SOF experience strongly preferred.

• Proven leadership experience managing teams in high-pressure, resource-constrained, or austere operational environments.

• Technical proficiency with communications systems, tactical networks, or C2 infrastructure relevant to Special Operations.

• Strong understanding of military operational planning processes, unit structures, and the demands of a forward-deployed customer.

• Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills with the ability to operate effectively alongside partner nation personnel and diverse multinational stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to operate with significant autonomy, exercise sound judgment, and make time-sensitive decisions with limited oversight.

• Active TS required (TS/SCI preferred)

• Must meet all medical, physical, and administrative requirements for OCONUS deployment to the assigned location.

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Prior service in U.S. Army Special Operations, or other USASOC/USSOCOM component organizations.

• Direct experience supporting USASOC, USSOCOM, or Theater Special Operations Commands (TSOCs), particularly SOCPAC or INDOPACOM-aligned organizations.

• Familiarity with the operational environment, regional security dynamics, and the political-military sensitivities of operating in EE.

• Familiarity with Tactical Mission Network (TMN) architectures, SOF C2 systems, and associated data environments.

• Experience managing contractor teams or serving as a site lead on a DoD program in a forward or OCONUS location.

• Knowledge of Status of Forces Agreements (SOFAs), host nation engagement protocols, and OCONUS contractor compliance requirements.

• Experience with force protection planning and emergency action procedures in an OCONUS environment.

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The proposed salary for this position is:

$200,000-$253,000 USD

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