Description
MILDEC PlannerThe 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
This is a full-time position supporting joint Information planning efforts at a Combatant Command headquarters as part of Operations in the Information Environment (OIE).
This position is contingent upon contract award.
Security Requirement: TS/SCI or TS w/SCI Eligibility
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Develops and integrates deception objectives, narratives, and supporting CONOPs that align with the commander’s intent and the broader OIE campaign.
- Analyzes enemy decision processes (e.g., OODA loop) and intelligence collection systems to identify exploitable vulnerabilities.
- Crafts believable, sensor-verifiable deception narratives supported by operations and activities.
- Provides Integration with Information Forces ’IRCs’: Coordinate deception effects with OPSEC, MISO, Cyber, and EW.
- Ensures all deception plans are synchronized with real operations, with coordination across OPSEC and Intel (J2).
- Monitors adversary behavior via intelligence capabilities, evaluate success using MOP/MOE, and refine plans accordingly.
- Provides direct liaison and integration with CCMD staff, subordinate units, and JIIM partners, ensuring all deception operations support overarching strategic mission sets
Required Qualifications:
- MILDEC strategic/operational planning experience
- One or more of the following Courses: Joint Military Deception Training Course (JMTC); Service Level MILDEC Course; MILDEC Theater Operations Course (MDTOC)
- Expertise in the Joint Operations Planning Process (JOPP)
- Experience drafting MILDEC plans, orders, and strategy assessments
- Demonstrated ability to perform at a strategic/joint level with minimal guidance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Education in strategic communications, IO, or national security
- Experience working with Special Access Programs (SAP) or Special Technical Operations (STO)
- Operational experience in CENTCOM, INDOPACOM, or AFRICOM AORs
- Experience at the CCMD or Joint Staff level
- Familiarity with HUMINT or Counterintelligence integration
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.
? To expedite your application, provide the following information when you apply:?
- Do you have an active TS/SCI Clearance? If not, are you eligible for one??
- Total number of years professional experience?
- List the highest degree earned and the field of study?
- List the second highest degree earned and the field of study?
- Provide your experience as it relates to this role. Please be specific.??
If you possess the experience, qualifications and drive required for this position, please APPLY NOW for consideration!?
Requirements
Skills Required
- Active TS/SCI clearance or TS with SCI eligibility
- MILDEC strategic/operational planning experience
- Completion of one or more MILDEC courses (JMTC, Service-level MILDEC Course, MDTOC)
- Expertise in the Joint Operations Planning Process (JOPP)
- Experience drafting MILDEC plans, orders, and strategy assessments
- Demonstrated ability to perform at a strategic/joint level with minimal guidance
- Ability to coordinate deception effects with OPSEC, MISO, Cyber, and EW and liaise with CCMD staff and JIIM partners
- Education in strategic communications, information operations, or national security
- Experience with Special Access Programs (SAP) or Special Technical Operations (STO)
- Operational experience in CENTCOM, INDOPACOM, or AFRICOM AORs
- Experience at the CCMD or Joint Staff level
- Familiarity with HUMINT or Counterintelligence integration
What We Do
The Ascendancy Group (TAG) is a Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned small business headquartered in Virginia Beach that delivers technical operations, training and global embedded support, plus logistics and engineering services. TAG specializes in mission-focused solutions for Department of War and Intelligence Community customers, providing instructors, technical operators, sustainment and program support to enable sensitive and expeditionary operations worldwide.






