DescriptionThe Joint SOF Trainer (Cyber) IV assists Theater Special Operations Commands SOF Service Components and joint Special Operations Forces (SOF) Headquarters in the planning coordination and of functional and joint collective training that focuses at the operational and strategic levels of war. The trainers support joint SOF headquarters includes individual staff and unit collective training academic events senior leader seminars planning exercises tabletop exercises and functional area workshops. This support culminates in the of joint mission rehearsals command post exercises and other collective training events that supports the USSOCOM 35012 certification and validation program.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing subject matter expertise and strategic and operationallevel joint training primarily in the area of Cyber. Perform indepth research analysis and training to support the Theater Special Operations Commands SOF Service Components and joint SOF Task Force Commanders readiness and exercise programs.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Maintain functional currency and relevancy and awareness of SOF and Joint Enterprise training requirements through constant research
- Prepare appropriate training methods and materials based on Adult Learning and Training principles that train Battle Staffs on the 12 SOF core activities and 18 SOF joint HQs tasks at the operational and strategic levels.
- Maintain functional and cooperative relationships with operational and strategic level planners and leaders in the USSOCOM HQs GCCs TSOCs the Joint Staff and JSOC in order to facilitate a synchronized effort in exercise design and across the community of interest
- Support exercise design JELC planning scenario scripting key staff role playing training and observations
- Utilize the ADDIE (Analyze Design Develop Implement Evaluate) model in executing the Joint Training System / Joint Training Tool to determine exercise and training requirements design and develop appropriate training materials and scripting for inperson and online delivery deliver inperson and online training using adult training principles observe and evaluate training effectiveness and efficiency
- Create or review/critique events concepts to include purpose objectives broad scenario characteristics processes and products to support the mission and objectives of the events sponsor; use realworld events and operational planning concepts
Work Environment:
- Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers phone and printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield large equipment).
- Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
- Ability to work in confined areas.
- Ability to work in remote and rural environments.
Physical Demands:
- While performing the responsibilities of the job the employee is required to sit stand talk and hear.
- Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
- Ability to drive a motor vehicle in environments including city highway and rural roads CONUS and OCONUS.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Travel:
- 2149 / Regular Travel.
- This position may require travel to remote overseas locations for extended periods of time.
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Pursuant to PL 93638 as amended preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.
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RequirementsBasic Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in a related field or professional cybersecurity certifications in lieu of a bachelors degree such as CISSP Offensive Securitys OSCP SANS GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN) or eLEARN Securitys EJPT and minimum 4 years specialized experience in the cyber field.
- Current active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain SCI eligibility.
- 4 years experience in Cyberspace development for individual staff and collective training as well as military tactical and operational experience.
- Detailed understanding and experience in Joint Cyberspace Training and Certification and fundamental concepts and terminology/lexicon (i.e. CNE DAM OCO DCO DOD/N OPS) principles capabilities limitations and effects
- 4 years of experience participating in longrange strategic planning efforts and future and current ops with other DoD and nonDoD Computer Network Operations (CNO) participants with proven knowledge of the Joint Operational Planning Process.
- 2 years of experience in the development of cyberspace operations strategies plans planning documents and/or orders at the tactical operational and strategic levels of war including Fire Support Planning Targeting and Fires.
- Minimum 6 years of leadership experience (military preferred). Must possess excellent presentation communication and organization skills with proven skills in formal classroom delivery.
- Knowledge of Security tool and Network Analysis tool usage and maintenance: Nessus ACAS Splunk Burp Suite Kali Linux and Ghidra.
- Valid drivers license (proof of which will be required after hire) and ability to qualify for and maintain company liability insurance through a clean driving record.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a fulltime basis. CeLeen will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current active TS/SCI.
- 4 years recent experience with the SOF Information Environment
- Professional cybersecurity certifications in lieu of a bachelors degree such as CISSP Offensive Securitys OSCP SANS GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN) or eLEARN Securitys EJPT.
- Graduate of Joint Network Attack Joint Cyberspace Operations Course or TSOC Cyber Planners Course equivalent.
- 3 years of experience working with cyberspace intelligence products and understanding how to utilize them to support assessments planning and of cyberspace operations and exercises.
- 4 years of experience planning and/or supervising the of cyber operations utilizing attack methods and techniques (DDoS brute force spoofing etc. of basic malicious activity concepts (e.g. foot printing scanning and enumeration).
- 3 years of experience or knowledge of how modern wireless communications systems impact computer network operations and of general SCADA system.
- Prior SOF (O5O6/CW4/E9.
- Availability within three weeks of offer date.
BenefitsCeLeen offers a competitive benefits plan including:
Health Dental and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and Disability Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance