Strategy, Plans, Exercises, and Policy Support Specialist

We greatly appreciate your interest in the Strategy, Plans, Exercises, and Policy Support Specialist position. Please note that at this time, we are currently recruiting for this position in response to a recently released Request for Information (RFI). Interviews will begin once the official Request for Proposal (RFP) is issued. Candidates who meet the qualifications will be contacted as the process moves forward.

Those who apply at this stage will have preference over candidates who apply once the position is confirmed. We are actively reviewing the details and will provide updates as soon as more information becomes available. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this process.

About Valens Global

Valens Global provides analyses, strategies, and innovative solutions that anticipate and address critical threats to people, businesses, and governments. Our goal, simply put, is to empower clients with essential knowledge as they navigate complex security challenges rooted in a changing global society. We believe these twenty-first century challenges require analysts who are fiercely independent, forward thinking, and unafraid to challenge received wisdom. We foster an intellectually vibrant climate. We emphasize teamwork, transparency, meritocracy, accountability, and empowerment at junior levels. We are proud of our track record. Our products exceed our clients' expectations and stand the test of time. At Valens, you would be part of a smart, talented, and confident team of people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and outlooks. We think Valens is a great place to work, and we think you'll agree.

Valens Global is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our team as a Strategy, Plans, Exercises, and Policy Support Services expert. This role is essential in supporting the U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) in Tampa, FL, by providing comprehensive planning and coordination expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct all aspects of the Joint Operational Planning Process, including Mission Analysis, COA Development, COA Analysis (Wargaming), COA Comparison, and Decision. ?
• Develop plans and orders by analyzing COA decisions, mission statements, commander's intent, and guidance to direct subordinate actions. ?
• Ensure a coherent transition from planning to execution by conducting orderly handover of plans for order development. ?
• Provide analyses and recommendations in support of high-priority USCENTCOM planning efforts involving joint, interagency, and multinational partners and allies. ?
• Support the implementation and planning efforts of USCENTCOM Component Commands, other Combatant Commands, the Joint Staff, the Office of Secretary of Defense, and other Federal departments and agencies. ?
• Facilitate coordination between Directorates/staffs, and coalition and regional partner representatives for operations in the USCENTCOM AOR.? ?
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Must possess and maintain a Top Secret (TS)/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance.
• Bachelor's degree 1 year of experience (inclusive of internships) working on issues related to international affairs or national security
• At least 3 years of planning experience with comprehensive knowledge of Joint Publication 5-0.
• Experience in a military or civilian capacity at a Geographic or Functional Combatant Command Headquarters or Service Component headquarters that directly supports a Geographic Combatant Command.
• Proficiency in developing joint, interagency, and multinational activities within identified ways, means, and ends.
• Experience in planning, researching, and providing qualitative analysis of kinetic, non-kinetic, lethal, and non-lethal options against state and non-state adversaries.
• Experience conducting research drawing on a wide range of open sources
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Strong critical and creative thinking skills
• Strong writing and editing capabilities
• Strong interpersonal communication and collaboration skills
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working as an intelligence analyst within the U.S. government or supporting U.S. government contracts
• Organizational and project management planning skills
• Experience conducting quantitative research and data analysis
• Experience and interest in learning and applying new technologies
• Graduates of JAWS, SAMS, SAASS, SAW, MAWS, or equivalent Senior Service College
• Experience with command-and-control information systems
  
  

Required Application Materials

• Cover Letter
• Resume or CV
  
  

Why Join Us

• Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in strategic planning and coordination efforts that support national security and defense.
• ?Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic and supportive setting. ?
  
  

Candidates must complete the Predictive Index Assessments.

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This assessment is free-choice, untimed, and helps us comprehend how you view your personal work ethic and how you view the workplace.

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