Consulting CROCS Senior Strategic Deputy/POM & Budget Integration Officer Professional WASHINGT[...]

Job Title CROCS Senior Strategic Deputy/POM & Budget Integration Officer Location WASHINGTON, Virginia, Maryland, District of Columbia, United States Employment Type Regular Job Responsibilities Stand-in and represent the CROCS equities and programmatic direction at executive, senior-level engagements, lead and synchronize Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) activities across the Department of the Air Force and Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) for Defense Critical Infrastructure cybersecurity & cyber defense initiatives. Lead high-visibility discussions with senior leadership, bringing in-depth knowledge of Air Force cybersecurity, budget processes and experience at the Pentagon. Serve as a principal liaison between Headquarters Air Force and DAF / DOW cyber stakeholders (e.g. 16AF, USCYBERCOM, DCDC) and OSD Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation (CAPE) to ensure cohesive resource allocation, financial oversight, and strategic alignment. Act as a strategic thinker with deep subject-matter expertise in cybersecurity, infrastructure, DoD budgetary processes, exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to deliver decision-quality analysis at the highest levels of the Department of Defense. Required Education Bachelor's Degree Preferred Education Master's Degree Required Technical & Professional Expertise Pentagon/Joint Staff Operations: 5+ years navigating OSD governance, staffing processes, and senior‑level decision forums DoD PPBE/POM Expertise: 8+ years directly supporting Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution cycles Air Force Budget Formulation & Execution: 5+ years hands‑on with Program Element Budgets, CAIG interactions, and finance modernization Dept of Air Force Cybersecurity and Defensive Cyber Operations experience (5+ years) Executive Briefing Development & Delivery: 5+ years preparing and presenting decision-quality briefs, white papers, and memoranda to Flag Officers and SES Cross-Agency Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement: 5+ years liaising with MAJCOM directorates, Combatant Commands, Joint Staff, and OSD CAPE MAJCOM Staff Action Officer Duties: 3+ years drafting staff action packages, staffing memos, and multi-agency coordination products Active DOD TOP SECRET / SCI eligible clearance Preferred Technical & Professional Experience Professional Military Education/Joint Qualification (JPME I/II): completion preferred; 2+ years applying joint doctrine Master’s Degree in Defense Analysis, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field: 3+ years post‑graduate analytic experience Financial Data Systems (PRISM, Forum, SAP‑FSC): 3+ years hands‑on use Process Improvement & Policy Development: 4+ years leading workflow optimization and governance initiatives High-Visibility Environment Adaptability: 3+ years operating in fast‑paced DoD or Pentagon settings Audit Readiness & Performance-Based Allocation: 2+ years implementing transparent financial controls and metrics Equal Opportunity Employer IBM is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, or other characteristics protected by the applicable law. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. Benefits Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well‑being Financial programs such as 401(k), cash balance pension plan, the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long‑term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI‑driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry‑recognized certifications to achieve their career goals Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences Additional Job Information There may be some travel required based on business demand. Compensation range: $157,120.00 – $235,680.00 per year (full‑time schedule). Work arrangement: Hybrid. Position type: Professional. Date posted: 19-Jun-2026. Job ID: 120681. #J-18808-Ljbffr IBM