Strategic 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 experienced Strategic Planners to support G-5 Strategic Planning activities at the Service Component and DoD level. This role focuses on developing strategic-level planning products, conducting risk assessments, and supporting senior leader decision-making related to force posture, long-range planning, and enterprise-wide initiatives.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide strategic and operational installation planning support to MCICOM G-5 in support of Marine Corps basing programs, initiatives, and special projects.
• Support development of installation-related plans, policies, processes, and directives, including enterprise basing, force design, joint basing, and facility planning initiatives.
• Develop and staff planning products, including IPLANs, PLANORDs, OPORDs, CONPLANs, Letters of Instruction, briefings, and staff packages.
• Conduct planning analysis and operational assessments to inform dashboards, reports, and leadership decision-making.
• Assist with readiness reporting and assessments, including DRRS inputs and higher-headquarters reporting requirements.
• Analyze and contribute to risk assessments, organizational risk estimates, and strategic planning inputs.
• Support PPBE/POM planning activities, including development of planning guidance and coordination of installation investment requirements.
• Collaborate with HQMC, MCICOM regions, Deputy Commandant staffs, MARFORs, TECOM, PP&O, I&L, and joint stakeholders to ensure alignment and deconfliction.
• Support conference, meeting, and working group planning, including agenda development, coordination, note-taking, and after-action reporting.
• Manage and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) and Congressional or public inquiries related to installation planning and basing actions.
• Research and analyze strategic guidance, policy, doctrine, and data to support installation planning and force modernization efforts.
• Maintain and organize planning records, tools, and collaboration sites (SharePoint, Teams, NIPRNET/SIPRNET) in accordance with policy.
• Utilize and support planning and analytics tools to improve performance, resource allocation, and installation readiness.

Here's what you need:

• 10 years of military experience
• 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
• Experience with risk management, including analyzing and writing risk narratives
• Strong written and verbal communication skills suitable for senior-level audiences

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Senior-level Staff Officer assignment (General Staff / 2-4 Star level)
• Master's Degree
• Completion of Service Level Intermediate Professional Military Education
• Completion of School of Advanced Warfighting (SAW), School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS), or Joint Force equivalent
• 10 years of experience as an analyst or program manager at the Service Component Headquarters or DoD level
• Experience with community planning and/or facilities asset management
• Experience supporting military basing programs
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Active security clearance

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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