Strategic Plans Action Officer - J56

About the Organization Hui Huliau is a nonprofit Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO) and community service organization whose business activities principally benefit Native Hawaiians. As an NHO we operate under U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) regulations and own small businesses that participate in the SBA 8(a) Business Development Program for minority owned companies. Our small businesses provide a variety of contracted services to the U. S. Military, U. S. Civilian agencies, and commercial customers at locations worldwide. Profits from Hui Huliau's for-profit subsidiaries help sustain important education, social, economic, and cultural preservation programs that serve Native Hawaiians in the Waianae community. The Waianae Coast on the western side of the island of Oahu has the highest per capita percentage of Native Hawaiians in the world and the highest poverty and unemployment rate in the State of Hawaii. Our mission to strengthen our communities, make a positive impact on the lives we touch, and provide a brighter future for the Native Hawaiian people through education, economic opportunities, and the preservation of the Hawaiian language and culture. Hui Huliau employees help us achieve this mission by providing outstanding service to our customers. Shift Days Description Position Summary Cedar International LLC is seeking an experienced Action Officer to support the J56 Division in developing and coordinating strategic planning, policy, posture, assessment, and multilateral engagement products. This role supports senior leader decision-making by producing briefing materials, written staff products, and planning inputs that align with DoD and USPACOM objectives across the Pacific theater. The position is ideal for a defense planner who thrives in a fast-paced headquarters environment and can manage multiple short-fuse actions with professionalism and precision. Key Responsibilities Support planning, policy, and strategy efforts across campaign, posture, and engagement processes. Draft, review, coordinate, and assess products supporting the Theater Campaign Plan, Theater Campaign Order, Theater Posture Plan, Country Engagement Plans, and related documents. Prepare talking points, information papers, briefing decks, background papers, and executive summaries for flag/general officer and SES-level leaders. Coordinate with DoD, interagency, Service, component, and foreign partners to support high-level engagements and multilateral activities. Participate in and/or lead battle rhythm meetings, working groups, and planning sessions. Provide administrative, logistical, and technical support for major events, including scheduling, calendar management, and ETMS2 task actions. Respond to short-notice taskings and questions on strategy, posture, assessment, and multilateral issues. Maintain knowledge management tools, task trackers, and continuity materials. Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Position Strategic Plans Action Officer - J56 Position Requirements Required Qualifications Bachelors Degree in relevant field i.e. international studies, security studies, national security. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to brief senior leaders. 6+ Years of experience supporting military, government, or headquarters staff processes. Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a deadline-driven environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook. Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders. Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance. Preferred Qualifications Recent military experience at senior staff or field grade experience. Masters Degree in relevant field Experience working Pacific security or theater campaign issues. Familiarity with USPACOM staff processes and battle rhythm. Understanding of MDMP, joint planning, campaign planning, and theater security cooperation constructs. Experience planning or supporting senior-level multilateral engagements. Industry Standard Certifications PMP, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, or similar project/process certification is a plus. Professional Military Education JPME Phase I or II preferred. Intermediate Level Education / Command and General Staff College or equivalent strongly preferred. Senior Service College or War College education Physical Requirements Willingness and ability to travel via locally provided aircraft, vehicles, and boats to remote locations. Ability to work in challenging environments, including high-threat areas and adverse weather conditions. Travel: Medium 25% Ability to work in secure, fast-paced operational environments. Must meet physical and medical standards for access to military facilities. Able to travel as required within PACAF/USINDOPACOM AOR. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Salary $155,000 - $167,000 Direct Contract/Indirect Department Direct Division Cedar International Services, LLC Number of Openings 1 Number Filled 0 Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt Open Date 8/21/2026 This position is currently accepting applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr Delphi Technologies