Cyberspace Operations SpecialistPOSITION SUMMARYThis position supports Marine Forces South (MARFORSOUTH) G-39 in executing information warfare capacities under a non-personal services contract. The contractor provides analysis, assessments, and recommendations to support government staff; the government retains full control and final authority for all decisions and actions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Provide cyberspace operations subject matter expertise to the MARFORSOUTH G-39 on the planning, integration, and synchronization of cyberspace capabilities
- Assist in the drafting of plans, annexes, appendices, and orders for full-spectrum cyberspace operations in support of operations, contingencies, and exercises
- Analyze operational requirements and identify opportunities to integrate cyberspace capabilities to create desired outcomes and support the commander's objectives
- Incorporate cyber threat intelligence into the planning process to inform risk assessments and the development of courses of action
- Review cyberspace operations plans and provide recommendations to ensure compliance with DoW, DON, and USMC policies, as well as all applicable legal guidance and authorities
- Develop and provide assessments on the operational risks and potential collateral effects associated with planned cyberspace operations
- Routinely interface with the MARFORSOUTH G-6, Marine Corps Cyberspace Operations units, USSOUTHCOM, and other theater cyber entities to coordinate and deconflict plans and operations
- Participate in MARFORSOUTH contingency, crisis and exercise operational planning teams (OPT)
- Review and provide recommendations on SOUTHCOM and Marine Corps taskers
- Assist MARFORSOUTH staff in Marine Corps and SOUTHCOM planning conferences by gathering information to facilitate planning
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- A minimum of 5 years of experience in cyberspace operations, with at least 3 years focused on the planning and integration of cyberspace capabilities (Offensive and Defensive) at the operational or strategic level
- Demonstrated experience with Offensive Cyber Operations (OCO), Defensive Cyberspace Operations (DCO), targeting in cyberspace, adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) emulation, and vulnerability exploitation
- Proficiency with industry-standard offensive security tools and frameworks (e.g., Cobalt Strike, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap)
- Working knowledge of policies and legal authorities governing cyberspace operations
- The ability to communicate complex technical vulnerabilities, capabilities, and their operational impacts to non-technical staff and leadership
- U.S. TS/SCI Security Clearance (or ability to obtain)
- A valid US driver's license
- A valid US passport
- Country visa as required in line with the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Commercial industry certification such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or higher certifications related to planning or threat intelligence (e.g., GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence - GCTI)
TRAVELMinimum 1 trip per quarter (4-8 trips total per year, 5 days each, 20-40 days total) in support of Tri-Service Maritime Staff Talks, IO SME exchanges, Mobile Training Teams, planning conferences, exercise execution, and after-action reviews. All OCONUS travel will take place in the USSOUTHCOM AOR or the Caribbean; exact locations are not yet known.
USGI offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, dental and vision benefits, life insurance, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, plus generous PTO offerings to include vacation/sick days, bereavement leave, and 11 paid Federal holidays.
