Strategic Capability Assessment & Strategy Development (SCA&SD)

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 senior-level Strategic Capability Assessment & Strategy Development (SCA&SD) Writer to support G-5 Strategic Planning initiatives at the Service Component Headquarters and DoD level. This role is responsible for developing authoritative, executive-level strategic products that inform capability assessments, force development, basing decisions, and long-range planning.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide strategic planning and capability assessment support to MCICOM G-5, aligning installation capabilities with Marine Corps operational priorities.
• Develop and refine long-range organizational strategies, including mission, vision, goals, and measurable objectives.
• Assess current and future capabilities, identify gaps and risks, and recommend improvements to programs, processes, and systems.
• Produce and staff strategic and operational planning products, including IPLANs, campaign plans, OPLANs/CONPLANs, and planning guidance.
• Conduct operational and capability assessments to support dashboards, briefings, and senior-leader decision making.
• Support risk analysis and mitigation, including readiness assessments and organizational risk estimates.
• Contribute to Force Design, PPBE, and POM planning, including investment analysis and Future Years Defense Program (FYDP) support.
• Ensure installation equities are incorporated into Marine Corps policy, doctrine, directives, and contingency plans.
• Collaborate with HQMC, MCICOM regions, Deputy Commandant staffs, MARFORs, TECOM, PP&O, and joint stakeholders.
• Research and analyze strategic guidance, policy, doctrine, and data to inform long-term planning and modernization efforts.
• Support conference and working group planning, including facilitation, documentation, and after-action reporting.
• Manage Requests for Information (RFIs) and support senior-leader or Congressional inquiries as required.
• Maintain planning records, tools, and collaboration sites (SharePoint, Teams, NIPRNET/SIPRNET) in accordance with policy.

Here's what you need:

• 10 years of military experience
• Bachelor's Degree (required)
• 10 years of experience as an analyst or program manager at the Service Component Headquarters or DoD level
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Teams, SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Experience using Adobe Acrobat for document development and management
• Experience with information and knowledge management
• Demonstrated experience preparing information papers and memorandums for the record
• Experience with risk management, including analyzing and writing risk narratives
• Experience with community planning and/or facilities asset management
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills suitable for executive-level audiences
• Active security clearance

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Senior-level Staff Officer assignment (General Staff / 2-4 Star level)
• Master's Degree
• Completion of School of Advanced Warfighting (SAW), School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS), or Joint Force equivalent
• Completion of Service Level Intermediate Education
• 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:

There are numerous factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the role, work location, education/certifications, and a contract's Labor Categories.

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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