Job Details

Security Cooperation Planner (Operations Research Analyst 6)- 21839

Requisition Number: 21839

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $165,325.00 - $240,000.00

Security Clearance: TS/SCI

Level of Experience: Senior HI

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

HII- Mission Technologies is seeking a highly experienced Security Cooperation Planner with extensive special operations experience and expertise in the Pacific theater to lead critical international defense initiatives. The successful candidate will possess a master's degree, a deep understanding of Section 333 authority, and over 20 years of international coordination experience. This role requires specialized knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities in the Indo-Pacific region and the ability to build and sustain strong partnerships with allied and partner nations.

• Develop and implement security cooperation strategies tailored to the unique dynamics of the Pacific theater, aligning programs with DoD policies and Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM) objectives.
• Leverage extensive special operations experience to enhance partner capacity through tailored training, exercises, and operational planning.
• Apply expert knowledge of Section 333 authority to design, resource, and execute partner capability-building programs.
• Conduct in-depth regional assessments to identify capability gaps and recommend solutions to enhance interoperability and mutual defense readiness in the Indo-Pacific.
• Lead international coordination efforts with partner nations, U.S. embassies, and INDOPACOM stakeholders to ensure synchronized security cooperation activities.
• Prepare and deliver detailed plans, reports, and briefings to senior DoD leadership, partner nation officials, and interagency representatives.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of security cooperation initiatives to ensure compliance with U.S. laws, regulations, and strategic objectives.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on Pacific theater security cooperation, regional challenges, and interagency collaboration.

Minimum Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in international coordination, security cooperation, or defense planning, with a focus on the Pacific theater.
• Master's degree in International Relations, Security Studies, Political Science, or a related field.
• Extensive special operations experience, including planning and execution of international training, exercises, and capacity-building initiatives.
• Comprehensive understanding of DoD security cooperation authorities, including Section 333 authority, and its application in the Indo-Pacific region.
• Proven ability to collaborate with INDOPACOM, Geographic Combatant Commands (GCCs), and interagency stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Clearance- Must possess and maintain a TS/SCI

Preferred Requirements

• Demonstrated expertise in Indo-Pacific regional security challenges and opportunities.
• Experience working with allied and partner nations' special operations forces.
• Proficiency in relevant regional languages or demonstrated cultural expertise.
• Familiarity with DoD planning tools and systems, such as G-TSCMIS and SCIP.

HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.

Why HII
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space, and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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