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Cyber Capabilities Development SME

OverviewSPA has an immediate need for a Cyber Capabilities Development Subject Matter Expert.ResponsibilitiesCyber Capabilities SME in development, integration, employment, and synchronization of software/hardware capabilities for military cyberspace operations and electromagnetic warfare. They translate operational requirements, informed by doctrine and operational TTPs, into technical plans and capability requirements; they coordinate with operational and acquisition stakeholders to enhance deliverables supporting offensive cyber operations (OCO).Develop predictive contingency plans (CONPLANs, OPLANs), Courses of Action (COAs), and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) for cyber operations to support capability development.Provide subject matter expertise on Information Warfare, cyber enabling operations (CEO), intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities, and electronic warfare (EW). Desire to also have knowledge of Space Enabled Cyber Operations (SECO) and Space Enabled Cyber Access (SECA).Provide recommendations to government lead for the design, testing, and evaluation of software/hardware to support cyber capability development. Develops integration and interoperability requirements and apply standards, in the development cycle, to ensure capabilities can be used together.Participate in Joint Planning Groups (JPGs), Joint Targeting Boards, and liaises with intelligence agencies, DoD, and industry partners. Familiarity with operational security considerations in cyber and digital domains.Evaluate emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and the electromagnetic spectrum to update cyber security measures.QualificationsRequired Qualifications:Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain Special Access Program - Polygraph desiredBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, often with 5+ years of experience -or-5+ years of operational experience in prior military or government cyber operations experience such as a service developer, CMT, CPT, or CSStrong & demonstrated proficiency in networking fundamentals, protocols, and network administrationCompletion of specialized courses such as the Cyberspace Operations Training or Joint Information Operations Planning Course (JIOPC)Network exploitation techniquesAbility to clearly communicate technical concepts to operational personnel for decisions and methodologiesStrong written communication skillsCharacteristics of Communications Networks, Antennas, Electro-Optics, and EW SystemsAbility to report to designated work location in Chantilly, VA, in a secure SCIF/SAPF space, up to full time, based on the needs of the customerDesired Qualifications:Active PolygraphProficiency in Joint Planning Process (JPP), Joint Operations Planning and Execution System (JOPES), cybersecurity policiesCyber and EW/EA Doctrine, Policy, and AuthoritiesCyber and EW ThreatsCyberspace and Electromagnetic Warfare Operations, Planning, Synchronization, and IntegrationUnderstanding of vulnerability research and analysis techniquesFundamentals of the Electromagnetic SpectrumElectrical, EW, and EMS Principles and TheoriesTechnical Requirements writingJ-18808-Ljbffr