Global Force Management & Exercise Planner - Clearance Required

Cydecor is a premier Federal Government solutions provider, delivering differentiated innovations in mission systems and business platforms. We leverage leading-edge secure systems and software development, backed by industry-leading subject matter expertise, and business intelligence to enable decision-support and remain ahead of ever-evolving national security challenges. Our success rests squarely on three bedrock principles: People, our center of gravity; Mission, what inspires us; and an unyielding commitment to Excellence, what separates us.

Job Description:

Cydecor is seeking a Global Force Management (GFM) & Exercise Planner to support G-5 Strategic Planning efforts focused on force allocation, exercise planning, and readiness support. This role provides analytical, planning, and coordination support to enable effective global force management decisions and execution of exercise-related planning activities.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide Global Force Management and exercise planning support in coordination with MCICOM, Marine Forces Commands, and joint stakeholders.
• Develop and staff planning products, including operational plans, tasking orders, briefings, options papers, and recommendations.
• Support exercise, conference, and event planning and execution, including pre-event planning, on-site coordination, and post-event documentation.
• Prepare meeting minutes, after-action reports, and readiness-related documentation to support leadership decision-making.
• Coordinate daily with HQ staff, regional commands, and external stakeholders via in-person engagement and secure communications.
• Assist with readiness reporting and assessments, including DRRS inputs and higher-headquarters reporting requirements.
• Analyze and contribute to risk assessments, force design initiatives, and strategic planning efforts.
• Support planning for National Special Security Events and other operational requirements, including force deployment and redeployment activities.
• Manage Requests for Information (RFIs) and provide timely, accurate responses.
• Maintain and organize planning records and collaboration sites (SharePoint, Teams, NIPRNET/SIPRNET) in accordance with policy.

Here's what you need:

• 4-10 years of military experience supporting force management, exercise planning, or similar tasks
• Bachelor's Degree (required)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Teams, SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Experience using Adobe Acrobat for document preparation and management
• Experience with information and knowledge management
• Demonstrated experience preparing information papers and memorandums for the record
• Strong written and verbal communication skills suitable for staff and senior-level audiences
• Active security clearance

Bonus Points If You Have:

• 2+ years of experience supporting Global Force Management and/or exercise planning
• Senior-level Staff Officer assignment (General Staff / 2-4 Star level)
• Completion of DoD Intermediate or Career Level Professional Military Education
• Experience with Microsoft Business Intelligence tools and advanced Excel analytics
• Knowledge of and experience using Advana / Jupiter software
• Experience with risk management, including analyzing and writing risk narratives
• Experience supporting military basing programs
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Security Clearance:

• Active Top Secret/SCI

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Work Schedule:

• Hybrid

Compensation and Benefits:

Cydecor offers a comprehensive compensation package including Health and Dental Insurance, Vision and Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, 401(K) + company match, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Company Holidays, Tuition and Professional Development Assistance and more.

What We Believe:

We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Cydecor has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Cydecor is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (EEO/AA). All employment and hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, religion, color, sexual orientation, nationality, gender, ethnic origin, disability, age, sex, gender identity & expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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