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Information Operations (IO) Planner / Analyst

Tampa, FL ยท On-site

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Information Operations (IO) Planner / Analyst Please note: This position is contingent upon the award of a contract. We will provide updates on the status of the contract and next steps during the ...

Information Operations (IO) Planner / Analyst

Tampa, FL ยท On-site

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Information Operations (IO) Planner / Analyst Please note: This position is contingent upon the award of a contract. We will provide updates on the status of the contract and next steps during the ...

In this role, you will help integrate offensive cyberspace operations and information warfare into joint planning efforts across multiple operational levels. You will serve as a critical bridge ...

Overview he Military Information Support Operations (MISO) / Phycological Operations (PSYOP) Planner position is a full-time position providing strategic and operational planning, integration, and ...

Information Operations Specialist

Tampa, FL ยท On-site

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Information Operations Specialist Please note: This position is contingent upon the award of a ... Prior experience and operational knowledge of senior level planning, scheduling, testing and ...

Information Operations Specialist

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Information Operations Specialist Please note: This position is contingent upon the award of a ... Prior experience and operational knowledge of senior level planning, scheduling, testing and ...

Operations Planner

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... Operations Planner to join our Production Planning Team based in Columbus, MS . This person ... Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for information operations planner in the United States is $32.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $39.18 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as an Information Operations Planner, you need expertise in military operations, intelligence analysis, and strategic communication, often supported by relevant military experience or a degree in a related field. Familiarity with tools such as Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP), information systems, and specialized planning software is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, collaboration, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for coordinating complex operations and briefing stakeholders. These skills ensure the development and execution of effective information strategies that support mission objectives and influence target audiences.

What is the difference between Information Operations Planner vs Cyber Operations Specialist?

AspectInformation Operations Planner
CredentialsTypically requires security clearances, military or government certifications, and knowledge of information warfare
Work EnvironmentMilitary, government agencies, defense contractors, focusing on strategic planning and coordination
Employer & IndustryPrimarily military and government sectors involved in national security
Job FocusDeveloping and coordinating information operations strategies to influence or defend against adversaries

Cyber Operations Specialists focus on technical cyber defense and offensive operations, while Information Operations Planners develop strategic plans for information warfare. Both roles require security clearances and knowledge of cyber and information security, but their daily tasks and objectives differ significantly.

What is an information operations planner?

Information Operations Planners are professionals who design, coordinate, and implement strategies to influence, disrupt, corrupt, or usurp the decision-making capabilities of adversaries while protecting friendly information and decision-making processes. They use a variety of tools such as psychological operations, military deception, and electronic warfare to achieve strategic objectives. These planners work closely with military and government organizations to ensure information superiority and mission success.

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An Information Operations Planner works closely with intelligence, cyber operations, public affairs, and psychological operations teams to ensure cohesive strategy development. Collaboration often involves joint planning sessions, intelligence sharing, and coordination meetings to align objectives and synchronize messaging. Effective communication and cross-functional teamwork are essential, as the success of information operations relies on integrating efforts across multiple domains. Planners must be adept at understanding the priorities of each department and facilitating the sharing of critical information.
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Information Operations (IO) Planner / Analyst

Lukos

Tampa, FL โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Information Operations (IO) Planner / Analyst
Please note: This position is contingent upon the award of a contract. We will provide updates on the status of the contract and next steps during the hiring process.
Minimum Qualifications Summary
Certification & Education
  • Must possess a current US Passport with ability to travel and work overseas.
  • Must be able to meet COMSEC briefing and Local Element management certification requirements available under the OPNAVINST 2201.4, DoD Instruction 8523.01 and Air Force Manual 17-1301.
  • Must be able to complete an in-scope (per current DoD 6-year reinvestigation requirement), favorable, ST5 investigation (to include SBPR, PPR, T5R, or current enrollment in the DoD Continuous Evaluation (CE) / Continuous Vetting (CV) program), adjudicated for SCI eligibility by the DoD Central Adjudication Facility (DoD CAF) without conditions, exceptions, or waivers at the time of performance and must maintain the level of security required for the life of the contract.
  • Must possess a TS/SCI Security Clearance

Experience Required
  • Expert understanding and experience of MARCENT Information Operations for the development of contingency, joint, bi-lateral and multi-lateral plans
  • Preferred: Experience and operational knowledge of Military Information Support Operations (MISO), Electronic Warfare (EW), Offensive Cyberspace Operations, Military Deception (MILDEC), Special Technical Operations (STO), Interagency coordination, and non-lethal targeting
  • Ten years' military experience

Job Objective
Under a five-year contract, the Information Operations (IO) Planner / Analyst will support the United States Marine Corps Forces, Central Command (MARCENT) and subordinate commands. The scope of the requirement includes professional services for MARCENT located aboard MacDill Air Force Base (AFB), Florida, which serves as a Component Command to U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM). Specifically the Information Operations (IO) Planner / Analyst will support the Plans and Policy Directorate (G-5) within the continental United States (CONUS) and outside the continental United States (OCONUS). The G-5 assists and advises the COMUSMARCENT in joint-level and service-level planning, deliberate planning, crisis action planning, force deployment planning, Information Operations (IO), Special Technical Operations (STO)/Special Access Programs (SAP), command strategy and policy generation, doctrine review and analysis, Naval, command relationships, componency, security cooperation, CENTCOM exercises, Key Leader Engagement (KLE), operational assessments, and requirements development, validation, and prioritization.
Responsibilities
  • Provide information operations (IO) planning analysis services
  • Provide subject matter expertise (SME) on IO, Military Information Support Operations (MISO), Electronic Warfare (EW), Offensive Cyberspace Operations, Military Deception (MILDEC), Special Technical Operations (STO), Interagency coordination, and non-lethal targeting
  • Attend USCENTCOM conferences, MARCENT working groups, Battle Rhythm events (e.g. Information Operations Working Group, MILDEC Working Group, monthly STO SVTC, etc.), and provide conference summary reports and presentations to MARCENT personnel
  • Assist with MARCENT staff reviews of USCENTCOM planning products and generate responses to USCENTCOM for MARCENT submission
  • Must ensure that all plans reflect IO equities
  • Support the development of Component supporting plans to Combatant Command OPLANs and CONPLANs
  • Attend joint, bi-lateral, multi-lateral and coalition planning conferences/working groups
  • Provide IPRs on planning efforts to the MARCENT Commander and MARCENT staff, as required
  • Assist in the development of assessments, briefs, information papers, and standard naval messages
  • Serve as an expert on all matters involving Special Technical Operations (STO), Special Access Programs (SAP), and programs with Special Access Required (SAR), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and other classified program issues for MARCENT
  • Assist the MARCENT STO Chief with the maintenance of MARCENT's STO and SAP facility
  • Ensure that MARCENT maintains STO/SAP/SAR/SCI accreditation to support the commander's mission
  • Conduct periodic quality control review to determine whether the analytical and decision-making processes comply with regulatory directives, and the MARCENT STO/SAP facility maintains a degree of flexibility as required by the commander
  • Facilitate the screening, initial training and periodic retraining of approximately 30 personnel for SAP access

Education & Certification
  • Must possess a current US Passport with ability to travel and work overseas.
  • Must be able to meet COMSEC briefing and Local Element management certification requirements available under the OPNAVINST 2201.4, DoD Instruction 8523.01 and Air Force Manual 17-1301.
  • Must be able to complete an in-scope (per current DoD 6-year reinvestigation requirement), favorable, ST5 investigation (to include SBPR, PPR, T5R, or current enrollment in the DoD Continuous Evaluation (CE) / Continuous Vetting (CV) program), adjudicated for SCI eligibility by the DoD Central Adjudication Facility (DoD CAF) without conditions, exceptions, or waivers at the time of performance and must maintain the level of security required for the life of the contract.

Security Clearance
  • Must possess a TS/SCI Security Clearance

Work Location
  • MARCENT, MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa, Florida
  • Travel: Contractor personnel must support the projected travel in support of government requirements to MARCENT AOR and supporting locations, which includes but not limited to the following countries: Bahrain, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Iraq, Israel, Afghanistan, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen, Pakistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Djibouti, Cyprus, Turkey, Italy, and Greece. The ideal candidate will be available for travel on less than 24 hours-notice to support personnel recovery and training for forward deployed forces. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to execute OCONUS travel throughout the Central Command (CENTCOM) AOR.

About Lukos
Lukos has been delivering professional services to the Federal Government for 15 years. We help a variety of federal agencies in areas such as national security, homeland security, international development, training, analytics, healthcare, and other professional services. Since our founding, we have grown to support all military services and multiple federal civilian agencies.
About Our Name: Lukos is ancient Greek for "wolf". The characteristics of the wolf match our approach to national security. The wolf is known for cunning, aggression, patience, and teamwork. An individual wolf is smart, strong, and resilient, but the true strength of wolves is their ability to work together as a wolfpack. Kipling said it best in The Law of the Jungle.
"For the strength of the pack is the wolf, and the strength of the wolf is the pack."
At Lukos we take care of our pack by offering full time employees competitive benefits to include: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off and Federal holidays.
Lukos is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or national origin.

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Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Tampa, FL, US

Year founded

2008

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