Cyber Operations Planner

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Cyber Operations Planner to join our team in Annapolis Junction, MD. The Cyber Operations Planner will support the planning, execution, and coordination of offensive cyber operations (OCO). This role focuses on specialized functions such as Cyber Effects and Cyber Fires Planning to design operations that achieve specific strategic and tactical outcomes. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Supporting the full range of joint planning activities at the strategic, operational, and tactical levels across Combatant Commands (COCOMs), component commands, and other partnersParticipating in the planning and coordination for integrated cyberspace operations to support operational objectivesAssisting in the development, execution, management, and assessment of military plans, including theater and global campaign planning, Contingency Plans (CONPLANs), and Operational Plans (OPLANs)Supporting crisis action planning and providing expertise for joint, coalition, and bilateral training exercises related to offensive cyber operationsDeveloping and executing wargame integration to enhance operational readiness and refine cyber operational tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)Recommending and implementing process improvements to ensure complete and functioning systems that meet all requirementsPossible local / CONUS travel up to 25% Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree and 12+ years of experience; or High School Diploma and 16+ years of experience; or Associates Degree and 14+ years of experience; or Master's Degree and 10+ years of experience; or PhD and 8+ years of experienceSignificant experience with the mindset of a Fires Subject Matter Expert (SME) or Fires Warrant OfficerExperience working across large teams to drive a security agenda and managing complex, intertwined systems and data flowsExperience creating, maintaining, and communicating complex information technology documentation Preferred Qualifications:Graduate of "Advanced Service Planner Schools" such as WIC, SAMS, SAASS, or JAWSDirect experience in Cyber Mission Force (CMF) structures, specifically supporting Combat Mission Teams (CMT) or National Mission Teams (NMT)Comprehensive understanding of Title 10 vs. Title 50 authorities and the specific legal/policy constraints of offensive operations Clearance Requirements:An active TS/SCI with poly Physical Requirements:Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations

Created: 2026-03-05