Strategic Planner - Joint Planning & Policy Support

Strategic Planner - Joint Planning & Policy Support

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

Overview : The Ascendancy Group is seeking a skilled Strategic Planner to support USCENTCOM's high-priority planning efforts across joint, interagency, and multinational domains. This role requires deep familiarity with Joint Publication 5-0, operational planning processes, and strategic analysis of both kinetic and non-kinetic options. You'll work directly with planning teams, senior leaders, and partner organizations to shape operations in the CENTCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR). This position is contingent upon contract award. Security Requirement : A Top Secret / SCI Clearance is required.

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Execute all phases of the Joint Operational Planning Process (JOPP), including : Mission Analysis, COA Development, COA Analysis (Wargaming), COA Comparison and Decision
• Develop plans and orders based on COA decisions, commander's intent, and strategic guidance.
• Ensure smooth transition from planning to execution by providing situational awareness and rationale for key decisions.
• Support USCENTCOM planning efforts involving joint, interagency, and multinational partners, including Component Commands, the Joint Staff, OSD, federal agencies, allies, and coalition members.
• Coordinate across Directorates, staffs, and regional partners to support operations and planning activities.
• Learn and apply program-of-record systems such as C2IE, MAVEN, or other platforms to capture, display, and manipulate operational data.
• Provide analysis, estimates, recommendations, and briefings to support the development of strategic plans and orders.
• Offer technical recommendations on JOPP, joint planning systems, exercise / training planning, and joint doctrine.
• Manage and coordinate FOIA and Mandatory Declassification Review (MDR) requests in accordance with legal standards and USCENTCOM directives. Conduct thorough file searches and advise CCJ5 on safeguarding and dissemination of sensitive information.

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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. If you possess the experience, qualifications and drive required for this position, please APPLY NOW for consideration!