Strategic Planner – Joint Planning & Policy Support
Strategic Planner – Joint Planning & Policy Support
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16-08-2025
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Strategic Planner Joint Planning & Policy Support
The Ascendancy Groups Mission
To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical service and training-based solutions.
Overview
The Ascendancy Group is seeking a skilled Strategic Planner to support USCENTCOMs high-priority planning efforts across joint interagency and multinational domains. This role requires deep familiarity with Joint Publication 5-0 operational planning processes and strategic analysis of both kinetic and non-kinetic options. Youll work directly with planning teams senior leaders and partner organizations to shape operations in the CENTCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR).
This position is contingent upon contract award.
Security Requirement: A Top Secret/SCI Clearance is required
Roles and Responsibilities:
Execute all phases of the Joint Operational Planning Process (JOPP) including:
o Mission Analysis
o COA Development
o COA Analysis (Wargaming)
o COA Comparison and Decision
Develop plans and orders based on COA decisions commanders intent and strategic guidance.
Ensure smooth transition from planning to execution by providing situational awareness and rationale for key decisions.
Support USCENTCOM planning efforts involving joint interagency and multinational partners including Component Commands the Joint Staff OSD federal agencies allies and coalition members.
Coordinate across Directorates staffs and regional partners to support operations and planning activities.
Learn and apply program-of-record systems such as C2IE MAVEN or other platforms to capture display and manipulate operational data.
Provide analysis estimates recommendations and briefings to support the development of strategic plans and orders.
Offer technical recommendations on JOPP joint planning systems exercise/training planning and joint doctrine.
Manage and coordinate FOIA and Mandatory Declassification Review (MDR) requests in accordance with legal standards and USCENTCOM directives. Conduct thorough file searches and advise CCJ5 on safeguarding and dissemination of sensitive information.
Position Requirements:
Minimum 3 years of planning experience with comprehensive knowledge of Joint Publication 5-0
Experience at a Geographic or Functional Combatant Command HQ or Service Component HQ supporting a Geographic Combatant Command
Proficiency in developing joint interagency and multinational activities aligned with strategic objectives
Experience analyzing kinetic non-kinetic lethal and non-lethal options against state and non-state adversaries
Strong research and qualitative analysis skills
Excellent communication and briefing abilities
Preferred Skills:
Graduate of JAWS SAMS SAASS SAW MAWS or Senior Service College equivalent
Experience with command and control information systems (e.g. C2IE MAVEN)
Familiarity with USCENTCOMs mission and operational environment
Understanding of FOIA/MDR legal frameworks and information security protocols
The Ascendancy Group (TAG) was founded on and thrives based on relationships reputation and trust.
We are passionate about everything we do. One hundred percent of our government-focused teammates are former members of the Department of Defense or the Intelligence Community who still believe in supporting our nation. We offer like-minded individuals the opportunity to continue working in small teams on unique and challenging problem sets that further our nations security.
If you possess the experience qualifications and drive required for this position please APPLY NOW for consideration!
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