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Special Technical Operations (STO) Planner
full-timeVirginia Beach

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Virginia Beach

Type

full-time

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Description

  

Special Technical Operations (STO) Planner 

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 highly specialized STO Planner to support strategic planning and integration of Special Technical Operations, Sensitive Activities, and Special Access Programs (SAP). 


Security Requirement: A Top Secret/SCI Clearance is required

*This position is contingent upon contract award.


Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Plan, synchronize, and assess STO requirements within full-spectrum IO operations and integrate them into campaign strategies, plans, and orders.
  • Manage the Review and Approval Process (RAP) for STO, SAP, and      Sensitive Activities CONOPs and plans.
  • Provide technical recommendations to the J3 on JOPP, JOPES,      campaign design, mission analysis, and critical factors analysis.
  • Develop and coordinate STO (IJSTO) plans, ensuring alignment      with other sensitive activities and operational concepts.
  • Serve as a Staff Action Officer, coordinating and      de-conflicting DoD plans and activities across the Joint Staff, OSD,      Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and supporting agencies.
  • Ensure compliance with IJSTO regulations for safe handling,      storage, and access to STO materials and communication equipment.
  • Advise planning teams on integrating ACCM, SAP, and STO into      JOPP, exercise planning, and Joint Doctrine.
  • Support OPT efforts through mission analysis, COA development,      wargaming, COA comparison and decision, and transition planning.

Position Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Experience in planning and integrating STO within campaign strategies and full-spectrum IO
  • Familiarity with SAP, ACCM, and Sensitive Activities protocols
  • Strong understanding of JOPP, JOPES, and Joint Doctrine

Preferred Skills: 

  • Completion of the STO Planner’s Course and PDAS Users Course
  • Advanced degree in national security, operations, or related field
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional planning teams in high-security environments

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! 

Other facts

Tech stack
Strategic Planning,Integration,Technical Operations,Sensitive Activities,Special Access Programs,JOPP,JOPES,Mission Analysis,Campaign Strategies,Compliance,Cross-Functional Leadership,Wargaming,COA Development,Decision Making,Operational Concepts,Staff Coordination

About The Ascendancy Group

The Ascendancy Group (TAG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that values trust, respect, and high quality performance. Through our unparalleled network, we provide superior security and technical services in support of great missions globally.

Passionate about everything we do in our ongoing support of our nation, one hundred percent of our government-focused teammates are former members of the Department of Defense, Federal Law Enforcement or the Intelligence Community. 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.

Team size: 11-50 employees
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Industry: Defense & Space
Founding Year: 2012

What you'll do

  • The STO Planner will plan, synchronize, and assess STO requirements within full-spectrum IO operations and integrate them into campaign strategies. They will also manage the Review and Approval Process for STO, SAP, and Sensitive Activities CONOPs and plans.

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What does a Special Technical Operations (STO) Planner do at The Ascendancy Group?

As a Special Technical Operations (STO) Planner at The Ascendancy Group, you will: the STO Planner will plan, synchronize, and assess STO requirements within full-spectrum IO operations and integrate them into campaign strategies. They will also manage the Review and Approval Process for STO, SAP, and Sensitive Activities CONOPs and plans..

Why join The Ascendancy Group as a Special Technical Operations (STO) Planner?

The Ascendancy Group is a leading Defense & Space company.

Is the Special Technical Operations (STO) Planner position at The Ascendancy Group remote?

The Special Technical Operations (STO) Planner position at The Ascendancy Group is based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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