Special Technical Operations (STO) Planner

Virginia Beach, VADescriptionSpecial Technical Operations (STO) Planner The Ascendancy Group’s MissionTo be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions.OverviewThe Ascendancy Group is seeking a highly specialized STO Planner to support strategic planning and integration of Special Technical Operations, Sensitive Activities, and Special Access Programs (SAP). Security Requirement: A Top-Secret/SCI Clearance is required*This position is contingent upon contract award.Roles and Responsibilities:Plan, synchronize, and assess STO requirements within full-spectrum IO operations and integrate them into campaign strategies, plans, and orders.Manage the Review and Approval Process (RAP) for STO, SAP, and Sensitive Activities CONOPs and plans.Provide technical recommendations to the J3 on JOPP, JOPES, campaign design, mission analysis, and critical factors analysis.Develop and coordinate STO (IJSTO) plans, ensuring alignment with other sensitive activities and operational concepts.Serve as a Staff Action Officer, coordinating and de-conflicting DoD plans and activities across the Joint Staff, OSD, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and supporting agencies.Ensure compliance with IJSTO regulations for safe handling, storage, and access to STO materials and communication equipment.Advise planning teams on integrating ACCM, SAP, and STO into JOPP, exercise planning, and Joint Doctrine.Support OPT efforts through mission analysis, COA development, wargaming, COA comparison and decision, and transition planning.Position Requirements:Experience in planning and integrating STO within campaign strategies and full-spectrum IOFamiliarity with SAP, ACCM, and Sensitive Activities protocolsStrong understanding of JOPP, JOPES, and Joint DoctrinePreferred Skills: Completion of the STO Planner’s Course and PDAS Users CourseSOF experienceAdvanced degree in national security, operations, or related fieldProven ability to lead cross-functional planning teams in high-security environmentsThe Ascendancy Group (TAG) was founded on and thrives based on relationships, reputation, and trust.We are passionate about everything we do. One hundred percent of our government-focused teammates are former members of the Department of Defense or the Intelligence Community who still believe in supporting our nation. We offer like-minded individuals the opportunity to continue working in small teams on unique and challenging problem sets that further our nation's security.If you possess the experience, qualifications and drive required for this position, please APPLY NOW for consideration!