Master Joint Strategic Planner

Master Joint Strategic Planner

The Ascendancy Group's mission is to be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions.

The Ascendancy Group is seeking a highly experienced Master Joint Strategic Planner to support USCENTCOM's Joint Planning Teams (JPTs), Operational Planning Teams (OPTs), and multinational coordination efforts. This role demands advanced strategic planning expertise, deep operational insight, and the ability to lead complex planning processes across joint, bilateral, and multilateral environments. This position is contingent upon contract award. Security Requirement : Top Secret / SCI Clearance required.

Roles and responsibilities include :

• Lead and coordinate planning activities for Joint Planning Teams (JPTs), Operational Planning Teams (OPTs), and multinational efforts.
• Develop strategic plans, orders, estimates, and briefings for USCENTCOM leadership and key stakeholders across DoD, interagency, allied, and partner nations.
• Provide expert guidance on the Joint Operational Planning Process (JOPP), including mission analysis, COA development, wargaming, and decision support.
• Translate strategic decisions into actionable plans and ensure smooth handover to execution teams.
• Facilitate coordination across working groups, components, and coalition partners to support planning meetings and operational activities.
• Conduct research, prepare reports, and offer long-range assessments and alternative solutions to complex operational challenges.

Position requirements include :

Preferred skills include :

The Ascendancy Group (TAG) was founded on and thrives based on relationships, reputation, and trust. We are passionate about everything we do. One hundred percent of our government-focused teammates are former members of the Department of Defense or the Intelligence Community who still believe in supporting our nation. We offer like-minded individuals the opportunity to continue working in small teams on unique and challenging problem sets that further our nation's security.