Summary
Sensitive Support Operations SME (J33)The Sensitive Support Operations SME (J33) position is in support of HQSOCOM J3 Operations at MacDill AFB.Your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of War's mission to keep our country safe and secure.Iron Eagle X (IEX), a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), delivers agile IT and Intelligence solutions. Combining small-team flexibility with global scale, IEX leverages emerging technologies to provide innovative, user-focused solutions that empower organizations and end users to operate smarter, faster, and more securely in dynamic environments.Job duties include:Conducts daily coordination with DoW and inter-agency organizations to process Theater, Country, and Special Area Clearances for Special Mission Unit personnel as required by the CJCS Charter and DoW Foreign Clearance Guide.Provide support to Regional Operations Specialist of regulations and DoW guidance and procedures regarding Theaters/Country Clearance requirements.Advises USSOCOM Director of Operations and select staff members on key requirements, procedures, and policy implications for deploying SMU personnel for training, exercises, and operational activities.Plans, coordinates, and initiates Deployment Order process to deploy SMU personnel to Regional Theaters at the direction of the Government.Provides subject matter expertise to the SOF Defense Sensitive Support Activity (DSSA) Program Manager (PM) regarding DSSA authorities and associated areas of interest.Assists in the program management of SOF Defense Sensitive Support Activities; requiring daily coordination with Joint Staff, OSD, and Non-Department of War Federal Departments and Agencies (NDFDAs) with analyzing time-sensitive requirements and interpret the appropriate USSOCOM entity to support IAW DoWD S-5210.36.Knowledge of the Regional and Theater Special Operations Command's area of responsibility, policies, SOF, and conventional command relationships, and associated political environment.Provides expertise and assistance resolving complex joint operational issues involving SMU personnel.Serves as a Liaison between SMUs, the Geographic Support Groups, and advice on current operations in each of the Geographic Combatant Command's (GCC) areas of operation.Liaison and coordinate among all participants during Deliberate and Crisis Action Planning and the execution of a Crisis Action Team (CAT).Facilitation of and/or effective integration into functional working groups from other agencies/departments, and the Joint Staff.Integration of command operational planning requirements by ensuring Joint Staff management practices and procedures are fulfilled.Required skills include:Bachelor's degree in relevant field (e.g., Management, Administration, Program Management, Operations Research, Economics, or Social Sciences)10 years combined Joint, SOF, Interagency, and Regional experience working military operations to include special operations conducted in a joint, combined, and interagency environmentKnowledge of the Regional (PACOM, EUCOM, Western Hemisphere (WHEM), CENTCOM, AFRICOM) Theater Special Operations Command's areas of responsibility, policies, Special Operations, and conventional command relationships and associated political environmentGraduated from a Joint Professional Military Education course, Intermediate Development Course, or a Senior Professional Military Education Course5 years' experience using communication skills, both written and oral, to include preparation of written products for senior leader (general officer/flag officer/senior executive service level) use and the ability to communicate at all levels3 years' experience working with USSOCOM, subordinate organizations, DOW, and knowledge of each military U.S. military service's roles and missionsCurrent DoW Top Secret clearance and eligible for SCI access requiredWhat you'll need to succeed:Clearance: Current TS/SCI is requiredExperience: 10 years of related experienceEducation: Bachelors Degree in relevant fieldCertifications: JPMERole requirements: Onsite work at MacDill AFBDue to US Government Contract Requirements, only US Citizens are eligible for this roleGDIT is your place:Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunitiesSupport: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goalsRewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time offCommunity: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplaceExplore a career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected VeteransThe likely salary range for this position is $73,965 - $97,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40Travel Required: 10-25%Work Location: USA FL MacDill AFBAdditional Work Locations:Total Rewards at GDIT:Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.Our Identity Verification Process:As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Job Description
Sensitive Support Operations SME (J33)The Sensitive Support Operations SME (J33) position is in support of HQSOCOM J3 Operations at MacDill AFB.Your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of War's mission to keep our country safe and secure.Iron Eagle X (IEX), a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), delivers agile IT and Intelligence solutions. Combining small-team flexibility with global scale, IEX leverages emerging technologies to provide innovative, user-focused solutions that empower organizations and end users to operate smarter, faster, and more securely in dynamic environments.Job duties include:Conducts daily coordination with DoW and inter-agency organizations to process Theater, Country, and Special Area Clearances for Special Mission Unit personnel as required by the CJCS Charter and DoW Foreign Clearance Guide.Provide support to Regional Operations Specialist of regulations and DoW guidance and procedures regarding Theaters/Country Clearance requirements.Advises USSOCOM Director of Operations and select staff members on key requirements, procedures, and policy implications for deploying SMU personnel for training, exercises, and operational activities.Plans, coordinates, and initiates Deployment Order process to deploy SMU personnel to Regional Theaters at the direction of the Government.Provides subject matter expertise to the SOF Defense Sensitive Support Activity (DSSA) Program Manager (PM) regarding DSSA authorities and associated areas of interest.Assists in the program management of SOF Defense Sensitive Support Activities; requiring daily coordination with Joint Staff, OSD, and Non-Department of War Federal Departments and Agencies (NDFDAs) with analyzing time-sensitive requirements and interpret the appropriate USSOCOM entity to support IAW DoWD S-5210.36.Knowledge of the Regional and Theater Special Operations Command's area of responsibility, policies, SOF, and conventional command relationships, and associated political environment.Provides expertise and assistance resolving complex joint operational issues involving SMU personnel.Serves as a Liaison between SMUs, the Geographic Support Groups, and advice on current operations in each of the Geographic Combatant Command's (GCC) areas of operation.Liaison and coordinate among all participants during Deliberate and Crisis Action Planning and the execution of a Crisis Action Team (CAT).Facilitation of and/or effective integration into functional working groups from other agencies/departments, and the Joint Staff.Integration of command operational planning requirements by ensuring Joint Staff management practices and procedures are fulfilled.Required skills include:Bachelor's degree in relevant field (e.g., Management, Administration, Program Management, Operations Research, Economics, or Social Sciences)10 years combined Joint, SOF, Interagency, and Regional experience working military operations to include special operations conducted in a joint, combined, and interagency environmentKnowledge of the Regional (PACOM, EUCOM, Western Hemisphere (WHEM), CENTCOM, AFRICOM) Theater Special Operations Command's areas of responsibility, policies, Special Operations, and conventional command relationships and associated political environmentGraduated from a Joint Professional Military Education course, Intermediate Development Course, or a Senior Professional Military Education Course5 years' experience using communication skills, both written and oral, to include preparation of written products for senior leader (general officer/flag officer/senior executive service level) use and the ability to communicate at all levels3 years' experience working with USSOCOM, subordinate organizations, DOW, and knowledge of each military U.S. military service's roles and missionsCurrent DoW Top Secret clearance and eligible for SCI access requiredWhat you'll need to succeed:Clearance: Current TS/SCI is requiredExperience: 10 years of related experienceEducation: Bachelors Degree in relevant fieldCertifications: JPMERole requirements: Onsite work at MacDill AFBDue to US Government Contract Requirements, only US Citizens are eligible for this roleGDIT is your place:Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunitiesSupport: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goalsRewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time offCommunity: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplaceExplore a career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected VeteransThe likely salary range for this position is $73,965 - $97,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40Travel Required: 10-25%Work Location: USA FL MacDill AFBAdditional Work Locations:Total Rewards at GDIT:Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.Our Identity Verification Process:As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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