Position Overviewย
The Influence, Deception, and Perception Management Activities Staff Officer V will work as a contractor to support the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Intelligence and Security (OUSD(I&S)) Sensitive Activities & Special Programs (SASP). ย
Work Location: Pentagon, Arlington, VA
Clearance:ย ย TS/SCI Clearance
Job Responsibilities and/or Success Factors
Strategy Development and Implementation:
- Develop and implement comprehensive strategies and plans for DoW influence, deception, and perception management-related operations, activities, and investments.
- Ensure alignment of strategies with broader DoW objectives and policies.ย
Oversight and Governance:
- Assist leadership in conducting oversight and governance, including staff assistance visits and compliance inspections, for influence, deception, and perception management-related operations.
- Ensure adherence to DoW standards and best practices in all related activities.ย
Policy and Coordination:
- Develop and coordinate staff packages with time-sensitive requirements to enable DoW influence, deception, and perception management-related operations.
- Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure cohesive policy development and implementation.ย
Reporting and Communication:ย
- Produce and disseminate detailed reports and briefings on influence, deception, and perception management-related operations for Congress and Senior Executive Branch officials.
- Communicate strategic objectives and operational outcomes effectively to key stakeholders.ย
Program Management:
- Manage and oversee the execution of influence, deception, and perception management programs, ensuring effective resource allocation and programmatic success.
- Identify opportunities for program enhancement and drive continuous improvement initiatives.ย
Education and Minimum Qualificationsย
- Must be a US Citizen with an active TS/SCI Clearance.
- Master's Degree
- Minimum of 15 years of experience with policy development, program oversight, guidance, capabilities development, or resourcing requirements within the Department of War.
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in an influence, information operations, or deception position within the DoW or Intelligence Community.
- Strong strategic, analytical, and communication skills.ย
- Proven ability to manage complex programs and lead teams in a high-stakes environment.
- Demonstrated expertise in influence, deception, and perception management strategies.ย