Job Description

OVERVIEW

Streamline Defense is seeking an exceptionally qualified Strategic Planner/Analyst to support Special Operations Command South (SOCSOUTH) at Homestead Air Reserve Base, Florida. This is a full-time, on-site position supporting the

SOCSOUTH J5

with strategy, campaign planning, and assessments across the

USSOUTHCOM

Area of Responsibility.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform research, analyses, assessments, and planning of all aspects of the SOF approach to conventional and irregular warfare (IW) environments, enhancing the ability of

SOCSOUTH

to devise and execute a unique approach to shaping its operational environment in alignment with higher guidance Develop recommendations for improving existing

SOCSOUTH

coordination mechanisms with joint, interagency, intergovernmental, and multinational partners Assess SOCSOUTH and partner nation (PN) efforts to achieve force posture and capability that enable the command and its priority PN units to remain trained, responsive, relevant, alert for opportunities, and ready to confront threats Conduct in-depth research and socio-cultural analysis to develop recommendations in support of theater strategy, campaign planning, contingency planning, theater posture, force allocation and deployment priorities, political-military prioritization, and IW/UW planning subordinate to the

USSOUTHCOM

Theater Campaign Plan (TCP), USSOCOM strategic plans, and operational requirements Develop country and regional campaign plans that describe how

SOCSOUTH

attains its vision tailored to individual countries and regions, and make requirements recommendations to strategically posture USSOF in the

USSOUTHCOM AOR

Conduct contingency planning to provide courses of action (COAs) and analysis for deliberate planning and crisis action planning supporting contingencies and operations in the

USSOUTHCOM AOR

Perform directed operational and strategic analysis of complex problem sets within the

USSOUTHCOM

AOR, including countering terrorism, extremist support, radical messaging, transnational criminal organizations, information operations (IO), countering weapons of mass destruction (CWMD), and other emerging threats and command priorities Conduct strategic and operational assessments of Building Partner Capacity (BPC) programs to report status against TCP objectives and effects, and develop, implement, and maintain a quantitative and qualitative assessment framework supporting the Commander's decision support cycle and resource prioritization Conduct research and political-military analysis, mission and process improvement analysis, and policy support analysis to provide a strategic and operational view of the

USSOUTHCOM

theater for current, planned, and emerging mission priorities Make recommendations on theater posture, policy matters, and political-military agreements, including status of forces and other matters affecting the deployment of SOF in the

USSOUTHCOM

theater Perform research and analysis on the design and development of joint strategic engagements, initiatives, capabilities, training programs, and exercises; assess strategic initiatives, OPLAN, and TCP viability to identify shortfalls and recommend training for headquarters staffs, components, and subordinate organizations

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Current

TOP SECRET

security clearance with SCI eligibility Master's Degree (MA/MS) with a minimum of 10 years combined professional and military experience, including 5 years of

USSOUTHCOM

AOR, Geographic Combatant Command (GCC), or Theater Special Operations Command (TSOC) experience and 5 years of SOF experience Former FA59 (Army Strategist) or equivalent service branch strategic planner designation (e.g., USAF Strategy/OPS Planner, USMC Strategic Planning Officer) Graduate of Senior Service College or a recognized Advanced Military Studies program, including SAMS, SAWS, MAWS, or JAWS Language proficiency in Spanish or Portuguese Experience in planning, policy, security cooperation, operational design, campaign plan development, and U.S. Embassy Country Teams Streamline Defense is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business providing intelligence, analytics, and mission support to Department of Defense and Intelligence Community customers. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals supporting missions that matter. Streamline Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. , About Streamline Defense Streamline Defense delivers professional and technical solutions to the U.S. Defense, Intelligence, and Special Operations communities, where our analysts, engineers, and cleared professionals support some of the nation's most critical missions. We foster a high-performance, entrepreneurial culture in which driven professionals can grow, innovate, and make a measurable impact, and where initiative is valued, expertise is rewarded, and individual contributions directly shape mission success. If you are looking for meaningful work, top-tier colleagues, and competitive compensation, this is the place to build your career. Streamline Defense is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit and individual qualifications, without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and to the recruitment and support of qualified veterans and individuals with disabilities.