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Prevailance

Intel / OPFOR Developer

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$65K - $95K/yr

Prevailance is seeking an experienced, mission-focused professional to join the team as an Intel / OPFOR Developer in support of U.S. Fleet Forces (USFF) . This position may require travel.

Prevailance

Intel / OPFOR Developer

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$65K - $95K/yr

Prevailance is seeking an experienced, mission-focused professional to join the team as an Intel / OPFOR Developer in support of U.S. Fleet Forces (USFF) . This position may require travel.

Valiant Integrated Services

OE Planner

Suffolk, VA · On-site

Craft exercise scenario products, OPFOR campaign plans and Master Scenario Event List (MSEL) injects during the Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC) in support of Combatant Command (CCMD) joint and combined ...

Prevailance

Senior Cryptologic Analyst

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$85K - $135K/yr

Familiarity with Red Team methodologies, adversary emulation, and OPFOR doctrine Education Requirements * Bachelors degree in STEM, Space, Intelligence Studies, Operations Research, Operations ...

SAIC

Program Analyst Principal

Norfolk, VA

$120K - $160K/yr

Responsibilities Lead senior technical, modeling & simulation (M&S), scenario, intelligence, and opposition force (OPFOR) experts to plan and execute maritime events within major combatant command ...

SAIC

Fleet Exercise Training Analyst

Norfolk, VA

$80K - $120K/yr

Provide subject matter expertise during planning, execution, and assessment events covering a broad range of planning topics (e.g., exercise control, opposing force (OPFOR), manpower, etc.). * Assist ...

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Intel / OPFOR Developer

Prevailance

Norfolk, VA • On-site

$65K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time, Contract
Description
This position is currently filled, however we are accepting applications for Ready Replacement Pool consideration.
Prevailance is seeking an experienced, mission-focused professional to join the team as an Intel / OPFOR Developer in support of U.S. Fleet Forces (USFF). This position may require travel.
Requirements
Qualifications
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of Navy Fleet Intelligence and/or Joint intelligence experience
  • Expert knowledge of Navy structure and defense-level intelligence operations, including:
    • Intelligence collection
    • Fusion
    • Analysis
    • Production
    • Dissemination for intelligence databases and products
  • Maritime Operations Center (MOC) N2 and/or Maritime Intelligence Operations Center (MIOC) experience preferred
Education
  • Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university

Security Clearance
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance

If you meet these qualifications and are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today!
Prevailance, Inc. proudly supports veterans as a member of the V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) program and the Hire Vets initiative. Recognized as a Top Workplace in 2025, Prevailance fosters a supportive, mission-driven environment for its team members. We provide a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, designed to support health, wellness, and financial security. Our benefits include:
  • Medical Insurance
  • TriCare Supplemental
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Computing Device Reimbursement Program

Prevailance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract. Prevailance, Inc. participates in E-Verify and is VEVRAA Compliant.
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