Extensive background in DoD, Intelligence Community, or Combatant Command environments
Deep understanding of joint planning processes and cyber operations doctrine
Proficient in preparing executive-level briefings and strategic recommendations
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Responsibilities
Lead development of cyber strategy and operational planning for USCYBERCOM
Provide strategic guidance to military and government leaders on cyber operations
Coordinate and review policy documents and strategic plans
Synchronize cyber planning with combatant commands and stakeholders
Evaluate existing cyber policies and identify areas for improvement
Support integration of cyberspace operations into joint military planning
Facilitate senior-level working groups and operational meetings
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare coverage
Retirement savings plan with employer matching
Generous paid time off and holidays
Professional development and training opportunities
Flexible work arrangements and remote work options
Full Job Description
Description
Tharros is seeking a Senior Cyber Policy and Strategy Planner for an upcoming program specializing in technical and analytical services that bolster USCYBERCOM's ability to counter cyber threats and carry out full spectrum cyber operations.
The Senior Cyber Policy and Strategy Planner supports high-priority mission initiatives for our customer by leading the development, coordination, and implementation of cyber strategy, operational policy, and enterprise-level planning efforts. This position serves as a senior advisor to government leadership on cyberspace operations, strategic initiatives, interagency coordination, and policy development impacting national security and Department of Defense cyber missions. In this role, you will oversee complex planning efforts that align operational objectives with strategic guidance across the cyber domain. This role requires deep knowledge of cyber operations, DoD planning processes, national cyber strategy, joint operations, and interagency coordination within highly classified operational environments.
Responsibilities:
Lead the development and execution of cyber strategy, policy, and operational planning initiatives supporting USCYBERCOM mission objectives
Provide strategic guidance and recommendations to senior military and government leadership on cyberspace operations, operational priorities, and emerging cyber threats
Develop, review, and coordinate policy documents, strategic plans, CONOPS, directives, white papers, briefings, and decision support materials
Synchronize cyber planning activities across combatant commands, joint staff elements, intelligence community partners, and interagency stakeholders
Evaluate existing cyber policies, operational frameworks, and strategic guidance to identify gaps, risks, and areas for improvement
Support integration of cyberspace operations into broader joint military planning and national security strategies
Facilitate senior-level working groups, planning sessions, operational synchronization meetings, and strategic engagements
Monitor evolving cyber threats, geopolitical developments, and emerging technologies to inform policy and strategic recommendations
Lead cross-functional teams supporting policy analysis, operational assessments, and strategic planning initiatives
Ensure planning efforts align with DoD directives, national cyber strategy objectives, and operational mission requirements
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree
10 years of increasing experience with planning process for major cyber campaigns; evaluation of plan effectiveness.
Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
Extensive experience supporting cyber operations, strategic planning, policy development, or operational planning within the DoD, Intelligence Community, or Combatant Command environments
Strong understanding of joint planning processes, cyberspace operations doctrine, and national cyber strategy frameworks
Experience preparing and presenting executive-level briefings and strategic recommendations to senior leadership
Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale planning initiatives and coordinate across multiple organizations and stakeholders
Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills
Experience supporting classified operational environments and mission-focused cyber organizations preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite to include Teams or similar workplace chat and videoconferencing tools.
