SENIOR SENSITIVE SUPPORT OPERATIONS SME (J33)

Responsibilities for this Position

Location: USA FL MacDill AFB
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ216837


Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Intelligence Operations and Analysis

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Decision Making, Military Decision Making Process, Military Operations, Planning
Certifications:
None
Experience:
10 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

The SENIOR SENSITIVE SUPPORT OPERATIONS SME (J33) position is in support of HQSOCOM J3 Operations at MacDill AFB

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As a The Senior Sensitive Support Operations Subject Matter Expert (SME) provides support to project execution and resource allocation in sensitive support activities encompassing National Programs and interagency requirements between USSOCOM and U.S. Government Inter-Agencies. The SME ensures real-time global situational awareness and provides responsive support to critical counterterrorism and National Mission Force operations while integrating seamlessly with HQ's strategic battle rhythm events. The SME optimizes global SOF readiness, posture, and operational capability, ensuring alignment with national strategic and operational objectives and enabling decisive action in support of National Security Council (NSC) directives. Includes tasks such as:

• Lead USSOCOM's DSSA Program: Coordinate daily with key entities (Joint Staff, OSW, U.S. Government Inter-Agencies) to assess urgent requirements and allocate the appropriate USSOCOM resources in alignment with DoW policies.
• Deliver DSSA Briefings: Provide bi-weekly and quarterly updates on operations, resources, and reconciliations to USSOCOM leadership, Joint Staff, OSW, and inter-agency stakeholders.
• Present Actionable Create and deliver decision briefs on Defense Sensitive Support and proposed counterterrorism activities for USSOCOM senior leaders.
• Develop and Maintain Policies: Draft and manage policies for operational support and signature management to enhance collaboration with inter-agency partners.
• Training and Oversight: Conduct DSSA training for USSOCOM, Service Components, and Government Agencies; ensure compliance with directives via inspections aligned with Inspector General requirements.
• Advise Leadership on Critical Operations: Recommend policies and procedures for deploying Special Mission Unit (SMU) personnel in support of National Security Policies and training efforts.
• Manage Travel Clearances: Oversee Theater, Country, and Special Area Clearances for SMU personnel to ensure OCONUS operations comply with relevant policies using APACS-SPECAT.
• Coordinate Deployments: Plan and execute rapid SMU deployment orders for time-sensitive SECWAR-directed missions supporting strategic U.S. policies.
• Align SOF Policies with Strategic Goals: Advise USSOCOM on SOF roles, policies, and coordination across U.S. and partner agencies for crisis and deliberate planning initiatives.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in any field
• 5 years of experience as a Defense Sensitive Support Staff Officer at the COCOM level or above.
• 12 years combined Joint, SOF, Interagency, and Regional experience working military operations to include special operations conducted in a joint, combined, and interagency environment
• Knowledge of the Regional (PACOM, EUCOM, Western Hemisphere (WHEM), CENTCOM, AFRICOM) Theater Special Operations Command's areas of responsibility, policies, Special Operations and conventional force command relationships and associated political environment
• Graduated from a Joint Professional Military Education course, Intermediate Development Course or a Senior Professional Military Education Course
• 5 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 levels
• 3 years' experience working with USSOCOM, subordinate organizations, DOD, and knowledge of each military U.S. military service's roles and missions
• Current DoD Top Secret clearance and eligible for SCI access required

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Clearance: Current TS/SCI is required
• Experience: 12 years of related experience, 5 years of specialized experience
• Education: Bachelor's degree in relevant field
• Certifications: JPME
• Role requirements: Onsite work at MacDill AFB
• Due to US Government Contract Requirements, only US Citizens are eligible for this role

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results. #iexjobs

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

The likely salary range for this position is $85,850 - $116,150. 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:
40

Travel Required:
10-25%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA FL MacDill AFB

Additional 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.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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

PI283288178

Back To Search Results

GDIT supports and secures some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country.

Ask A Question

Share this job

URL Copied!

• #OpportunityOwned
• #WeAreGDIT
• #GDITCareers