Security and IT Event Support (Military Ops Analyst 2)

About the Role

Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group is seeking an experienced individual for the Security and Event Support (Military Operations Analyst 2) position assigned to Joint Staff J7 (JS J7), Joint Wargaming and Experimentation Division (JWED) at the Suffolk, VA Joint Staff Complex. The role supports planning, coordination, execution and assessment of security operations for designated events, visits, exercises and other mission activities for wargaming and experimentation.

Requisition Number: 30399 | Travel Required: 11 – 25% | Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt | Level of Experience: Mid | Security Clearance: TS/SCI (or higher)

Responsibilities

• Support planning and security for events by analyzing mission requirements, operational environments, resource availability, timelines, and potential risks.
• Develop and maintain planning products, including event support plans, synchronization matrices, battle‑rhythm products, decision‑support tools, task trackers, risk registers, and operational timelines.
• Work in classified environments, managing and safeguarding classified materials per government regulations (receiving, controlling, storing, transmitting, packaging, and destruction).
• Coordinate across military, government, industry and partner organizations to support integrated security planning and event execution.
• Support pre‑event coordination meetings, planning conferences, rehearsals, site surveys, and after‑action reviews.
• Assist the Security Officer with personnel and event security requirements, access control, classification requirements, participant validation, and coordination of security requirements for DoD, interagency, allied/partner, and industry participants.
• Investigate and report security incidents, support mitigation strategies, and assist with corrective‑action documentation.
• Track assigned actions, suspense dates, dependencies, and unresolved issues; elevate significant concerns to appropriate leadership or staff lead.
• Manage permissions and information‑sharing requirements across multiple enclaves while maintaining appropriate classification and need‑to‑know controls.
• Support the division’s Knowledge Management program, including SharePoint and Microsoft Teams administration, information organization, and metadata; maintain email distribution lists and recall cards.
• Communicate effectively—verbally, visually, and in written correspondence—to senior leaders.
• Work independently and collaboratively within a high‑tempo operations and planning team.
• Additional duties related to security and IT event support may be assigned during the contract period.

Requirements

• 2 years relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; or 0 years with a Master’s degree; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 6 years relevant experience.
• Possess and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance (or higher).
• Foreign Disclosure Representative (FDR) responsibilities: evaluate information‑sharing initiatives, verify releasability, and apply correct paragraph markings per Security Classification Guides.
• ETMS2 Subject Matter Expert: manage tasker coordination, tracking, routing, suspense management, and provide guidance on ETMS2 processes; ensure deadlines are met and documents are uploaded to the portal.
• Technical Support: plan and coordinate technical requirements for exercises, experiments, and events across multiple network enclaves; develop and maintain deployable network capabilities and equipment; manage AV system requirements for conference rooms.
• Removable Media Custodian (RMC): review, coordinate, and execute approved data transfers between network enclaves; maintain monthly logs and upload them to the JWICS portal.
• Government Purchase Card / Procurement Support: research requirements, identify vendors, prepare documentation, route purchases for approval, and coordinate receipt and accountability of non‑network equipment and supplies.
• Event & Project Coordination: coordinate schedules, facilities, logistics, technical requirements, access, equipment, and administrative support throughout the planning and execution lifecycle of major events.
• Proficiency with common office productivity and collaboration tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years relevant experience in military security operations, event planning, or a related operational field with a Bachelor’s degree (or High School Diploma with 7 years relevant experience).
• Prior Joint Staff or Combatant Command experience.
• Experience with military planning processes and incident‑management frameworks.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple functional organizations under time‑sensitive conditions.

Physical Requirements

The position may require work in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. The incumbent must be capable of climbing ladders, tolerating confined spaces, and handling extreme temperature variances.

Pay

Anticipated salary range: $59,641 – $85,000 per year. The range is a good‑faith estimate based on location, expectations, and responsibilities; final offers consider education, experience, and key skills.

Benefits

• Best‑in‑class medical, dental, and vision plan choices
• Wellness resources and employee assistance programs
• 401(k) Savings Plan options
• Financial planning tools and life insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Early‑childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships
• Occasional bonus or other non‑recurrent compensation (addressed by recruiter if applicable)