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Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide.\nPosition Overview\nWe are seeking a highly skilled Future Operations Planner to support the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) J-3 Directorate. This position plays a pivotal role in shaping the near-term operational landscape, ensuring seamless integration between current operations and long-term strategic objectives. Operating within a 96-hour to six-month planning horizon, the Future Operations Planner is responsible for developing executable plans and operational directives that ensure mission readiness and continuity across the Department of Defense Information Network (DODIN).\nResponsibilities\nNear-Term Operational Planning\nDevelop and coordinate future operations plans that address emerging mission requirements and support continuity of operations.\n\nTranslate strategic guidance from the J-5 into actionable operational directives, task orders, and executable COAs.\n\nWork across directorates (J-3, J-5, and J-7) to ensure alignment of planning, training, and execution activities.\n\nAnticipate and adapt to evolving threats, mission sets, and operational scenarios in support of Combatant Commands and joint cyber efforts.\n\nCollaboration & Integration\nServe as a planning lead or team member within Operational Planning Teams (OPTs), Joint Planning Groups (JPGs), and Crisis Action Teams (CATs).\n\nSynchronize with Current Operations (CUOPS) to ensure a seamless operational transition from near-term plans to execution.\n\nIntegrate Cyber Protection Team (CPT) mission requirements and cyberspace considerations into future operations planning.\n\nEngage stakeholders across USCYBERCOM, JFHQ-DODIN, and other DoD entities to ensure cohesive planning and mission coordination.\n\nTools & Execution Support\nUtilize advanced planning tools including JPES, JOPES, GCCS-J, and other command and control systems.\n\nContribute to the refinement of existing plans based on lessons learned, operational feedback, and shifting strategic priorities.\n\nDevelop briefings, status updates, and reports to inform leadership on planning progress and readiness\n\nRequired Experience/Qualifications\nMinimum of 8 years of experience in joint military planning, future operations, or campaign development.\n\nDemonstrated proficiency in Course of Action (COA) development, operational plan writing, and multi-stakeholder coordination.\n\nDeep understanding of the Joint Planning Process (JPP) and the Adaptive Planning and Execution (APEX) system.\n\nExperience supporting Combatant Commands (CCMDs), USCYBERCOM, or JFHQ-DODIN.\n\nBackground in cyber operations planning or mission integration.\n\nProficiency with planning tools: JPES, JOPES, GCCS-J.\n\nCurrently holds a DoD 8570 certification at IAT or IAM Level I.\n\nPreferred Experience/Qualifications\nExperience bridging current operations with strategic-level planning efforts.\n\nFamiliarity with exercise development and training plan integration.\n\nPrevious experience operating within high-tempo joint operational environments.\n\nPMP or equivalent program management certification.\n\nSpecial Requirements/Security Clearance\nThis position requires a TS/SCI clearance at the time of application.\nSalary Range\nSalary Minimum:150,000.00\nSalary Maximum:$160,000.00\nThe annual base salary provided is a guideline for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. When extending an offer, By Light also considers other variables such as (but not limited to) work experience, education, training, skill set, internal peer equity, clearance level, and market conditions. 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