Cyber Operations Planner SME - Clearance Required

Description:WHO WE ARE

Lockheed Martin, Rotary Mission Systems Cyber & Intelligence invites you to step up to one of today's most daunting challenges: the use of advanced electronics to undermine our way of life. As a cyber security professional at Lockheed Martin, you'll protect the networks that our citizens and the world depend upon each minute: Financial assets. Healthcare information. Critical infrastructure. Hazardous materials. The uninterrupted flow of energy that keeps modern life moving. Here, you'll work with cybersecurity experts on the forefront of threat protection and proactive prevention. In this fast-paced, real-world environment, you'll draw on all your education and experience as well as the resources of Lockheed Martin to keep the threats at bay.

THE WORK

The scope of this effort encompasses tasks that provide USCYBERCOM with the sustained ability to fulfill its mission to direct, synchronize, and coordinate cyberspace planning and operations to defend and advance national interests in collaboration with domestic and international partners. These tasks include coordinating, synchronizing, deconflicting, and integrating operational planning efforts for full-spectrum cyberspace operations.

We are seeking professionals interested in a variety of responsibilities including:

• Cyber Defense Incident Responder
• Cyber Operations Planner
• Cyber Policy and Strategy Planner
• Knowledge Manager
• Program Support Specialist
• Systems Engineer
• Technical Writer

The anticipated award of this effort is Fall 2026.

WHO YOU ARE

• As a Cyber Operations Planner SME you will provide Cyberspace Operations Support Services (COSS) aligned with the following core disciplines: Cyberspace Operations, Cyberspace Planning, Cyberspace Training and Exercises, Strategy / Policy / Doctrine Development and Campaign, Assessments, Information Technology (IT) / Communications, Business Area Support and Project Management Engagement Activities.
• You will provide the customer with the sustained ability to fulfill its mission to direct, synchronize, and coordinate cyberspace planning and operations to defend and advance national interests in collaboration with domestic and international partners. These tasks include coordinating, synchronizing, deconflicting, and integrating operational planning efforts for full-spectrum cyberspace operations.
• You will meet the evolving cyberspace operations mission in support of the Joint warfighter.

WHY JOIN US

• Join a global technology leader where your ideas can make a difference and your contributions are valued.
• Work on exciting projects that challenge you to push boundaries and innovate.
• Grow your career in an environment that encourages learning, development, and creativity.
• We support our employees, so they can support our mission.

This position is participating in our External Referral Program. If you know somebody who may be a fit, click here to submit a referral. If your referral is hired, you'll receive a $3000 payment! Code extrefer.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma plus more than 13 years of relevant experience is required OR Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cyber Operations, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus more than 10 years of relevant experience is required OR Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cyber Operations, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus more than 8 years of relevant experience is required.

Experience:

• Developed enterprise‑wide cyber operations planning doctrines and led multi‑disciplinary planning cells, coordinating intelligence, legal, and acquisition stakeholders.
• Advised senior leadership on strategic alignment of cyber capabilities and represented the organization in inter‑agency cyber strategy forums.
• Performed risk assessments, created mitigation strategies, and reviewed post‑execution metrics to continuously refine planning methodologies.
• Conducted targeting validation, synchronization, and integration of cyber actions, ensuring alignment with mission objectives and adjusting plans based on emerging intelligence or technical constraints.
• Prepared briefing packages for command staff that clearly conveyed plan intent, risks, required resources, and tracked task dependencies and timelines using tools such as JIRA and MS Project.
• Must possess a current U.S. TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with DoD cyber planning tools and templates (e.g., JCIDS).
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to produce clear briefings and written plans.
• Analytical mindset for rapid assessment of target environments.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Proficiency with planning and project‑management software.
• Understanding of cyber‑operation concepts, targeting cycles, and the kill‑chain.
• Experience in a DoD, intelligence, or coalition cyber environment preferred.

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Poly

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $145,200 - $255,990. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

This position is incentive plan eligible.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: RMS

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Cyber Security

Type: Task Order/IDIQ

Shift: First