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# Systems Security Certified Practitioner

- **Company:** CareerCircle
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $107,900.0 - $195,050.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** AutoCAD, Artificial Intelligence, Autodesk Revit, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Computer Networks, Data Centers, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Machine Learning, Microsoft Security Essentials, Networking Basics, Power BI, Structured Text, System Testing, Technical Data Management Systems, Value Engineering, Cyber Threat Analysis, SC Clearance, Information Technology, Cybercrime, Cyber Warfare, Cisco
- **Published:** September 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/md/ft-meade/43d1cc45-392c-4134-a5b5-e1309bba3c39

## About the Role

* BA/BS degree within Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or field of study
 * Eight plus years recent (since 2015) work experience as CO Planner: can waive two years of experience requirement for every year spent on a Combat Mission Team (CMT) in any work role.
 * Demonstrated familiarity with OCO concepts, capabilities, and authorities (Title 10 vs. Title 50, and familiarity with military operations including phases of planning, approval, and execution and mastery of applicable Joint Publications.
 * Formal training as Cyber Operational Planner within Department of Defense or Intelligence Community.
 * Senior-level knowledge of Blue-space Cyber capabilities and demonstrate understanding of available Cyber infrastructure or platforms to conduct OCO.
 * Knowledge of the range of CO and their underlying intelligence support needs, topics, and focus areas.
 * Knowledge of computer networking fundamentals as well as concepts, terminology, and operations of a wide range of communications media (computer and telephone networks, satellite, fiber, wireless).
 * Ability to support timely, accurate, relevant analytical production, to include documents, summaries, issue papers, talking points, and briefings.
 * Demonstrated proficiency working in a fast-paced collaborative environment, ability to proactively multi-task and meet short deadlines.
 * Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and communication skills, including the ability to clearly convey complex and technical data to nontechnical consumers.
 * Able to work across Department of Defense and Intelligence Community agencies to support organizational goals.

Favorable if you have:

 * Masters' Degree within Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or relevant field of study
 * Deep understanding of USCYBERCOM organizational structure and mission.
 * Extensive experience supporting Joint operations across multiple warfighting domains.
 * Demonstrated experience incorporating Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning into operations at any level to increase efficiency and effectiveness of operational outcomes
 * Experience with Space-enabled CO
 * Joint Professional Military Education, Phase II (JPME II) graduate, or civilian equivalency.
 * Formal training within field of Cyber Warfare and Joint Operations.
 * Completion of Service-specific or Joint Cyberspace Operational Planning courses, such as Army Cyberspace Operations Planners Course or Joint Cyberspace Operations Planners Course.
 * Demonstrated experience with development and delivery of CO-related training and support to exercise planning and execution at any level.
 * Familiar with art of Data Science and applicability to CO.
 * Familiar with Microsoft Power BI data visualization software.
 * Desired Certifications: DoD 8570 IAT Level II (CCNA Security, COMPTIA CySA+, COMPTIA Security + CE, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP)., Planning
Visionary
Operations
Leadership
Innovation
Reliability
Data Centers
Communication
Test Planning
Collaboration
Field Testing
Systems Design
System Testing
Client Support
Problem Solving
Control Systems
Structured Text
Function Blocks
Computer Science
Technical Acumen
Systems Controls
Technical Issues
Technical Drawing
Mechanical Systems
Acceptance Testing
Facility Operations
Project Stakeholders
Emerging Technologies
Operational Efficiency
Project Implementation
Continuous Development
Submittals (Construction)
Quality Management Systems
Engineering Design Process
Programmable Logic Controllers
Milestones (Project Management)
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Programmable Logic Controllers Programming
Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA)

## Description

Power BI, Equities
Operations
Innovation
Market Data
Coordinating
Multitasking
Data Science
Communication
Cyber Warfare
Cyber Security
Prioritization
Computer Science
Machine Learning
Critical Thinking
CompTIA Security+
Computer Networks
Strategic Planning
Security Clearance
GIAC Certifications
Operational Planning
CompTIA Certification
Artificial Intelligence
Organizational Structure
Research And Development
Cyber Threat Intelligence
IAT Level II Certification
Data Visualization Software
Professional Military Education
CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
Systems Security Certified Practitioner
GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional
Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA Security)
Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI Clearance), At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. The Leidos Intel Sector combines technology-enabled services and mission software capabilities in the areas of cyber, logistics, security operations, and decision analytics to support our defense and intel customers' mission to defend against evolving threats around the world.

Your greatest work is ahead!

The Intel Sector seeks highly qualified and trained Senior-level Offensive Cyberspace Operational Planners to support Department of Defense Joint Planning processes that underpin United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM) operations, with focus on supporting power projection in and through cyberspace in support of Combatant Commander and National objectives. Individuals will engage in Cyberspace Operational Planning activities supporting Leidos on-site contract support to USCYBERCOM J3 (Operations), Cyber National Mission Force (CNMF), and Joint Task Force-Ares (JTF-ARES).

This opportunity is in anticipation of a potential future contract award!

What you'll be doing:

 * Lead plans development and staffing processes within collaborative environment to drive range of Cyberspace Operations (CO) according to USCYBERCOM planning guidance and applicable Joint publications.
 * Lead development and synchronization of Offensive Cyberspace Operational (OCO) plans to deliver integrated cyber effects against adversary systems in support of Joint and National strategic objectives.
 * Focus on supporting OCO through effective, timely, and relevant Joint planning support.
 * Drive integration and coordination of OCO and Defensive Cyberspace Operations (DCO) planning processes
 * Drive targeting selection, validation, synchronization, and enable integration during the execution of activities within Cyber Warfare domain.
 * Lead drafting and staffing of foundational planning documents such as Operational Plans (OPLANS), Operational Orders (OPORDs), and Fragmentary Orders (FRAGOs).
 * Support and lead, as appropriate, Joint Operational Planning Groups and Teams (OPG/OPT), and develop and integrate Cyberspace capabilities into plans.
 * Develop concepts of support, courses of action, integrate command and external capabilities, coordinate and document comprehensive plans.
 * Engage in, and provide situational awareness to, range of projects, Crisis Action Teams, and current operations activities supporting OPTs.
 * Demonstrate deep knowledge of cyber threats and attack methods and techniques emanating from state and non-state adversaries and tiered vulnerabilities within Blue Space as focus of threats.
 * Review, approve, prioritize, and submit operational requirements for research, development, and/or acquisition of cyber capabilities and develop and maintain deliberate and/or CO crisis plans.
 * Integrate and synchronize intelligence planning activities with operational planning timelines.
 * Conduct long-range, strategic planning efforts with internal and external partners in cyber activities.
 * Communicate complex information, concepts, or ideas in a confident and well-organized manner through verbal, written, and/or visual means., Architect
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Registration
Construction
Team Building
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Autodesk Revit
Problem Solving
Quality Control
Project Planning
Constructability
Secret Clearance
Project Schedules
Conceptual Design
Project Management
Schematic Diagrams
Technical Leadership
Architectural Design
Organizational Skills
Project Implementation
Construction Management
Engineering Design Process
Construction Documentation
Verbal Communication Skills
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Value Engineering
Project Management
Fire Alarm Systems
Mechanical Drawings
Time Off Management
Project Documentation
Architectural Drawing
Submittals (Construction)
Engineering Design Process
Employee Assistance Programs
NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) Codes
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