Special Technical Operations (STO) SME

About the role

Amentum is seeking a Special Technical Operations (STO) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support Combatant Command Operations in the Information Environment (OIE) under the Apollo program. The selected candidate will integrate and synchronize sensitive capabilities, Special Access Programs (SAP), and advanced mission activities into joint planning and operational processes to ensure unified, compliant, and effective execution.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead STO SME responsible for integrating Special Technical Operations (STO), Special Access Programs (SAP), and sensitive activities into Combatant Command (CCMD) planning processes.
• Integrate STO capabilities into joint planning efforts, including CONOP development, COA analysis, wargaming, and plan transition activities.
• Cook up STO planning and execution across operations, intelligence, cyber, and other Information Related Capabilities (IRCs) to ensure synchronization of sensitive activities.
• Manage and support the review, approval, and compliance processes associated with STO, to include alignment with applicable policies, authorities, and governance frameworks.
• Represent STO equities within planning teams, working groups, and interagency coordination forums to ensure inclusion of sensitive capabilities in operational design.
• Facilitate integration of STO into campaign plans, OPLANs, and supporting annexes, ensuring alignment with operational objectives and commander intent.
• Cook up STO activities to align with broader mission requirements, coordinate with Joint Staff, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), CCMD directorates, and interagency partners.
• Ensure proper synchronization of STO with intelligence, targeting, cyber, and information operations activities to maximize operational effectiveness.
• Support identification of integration risks, gaps, and constraints associated with sensitive capabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Provide expert advisory support to leadership on STO capabilities, limitations, and integration considerations within the operational environment.

Requirements

• Must have an active Top-Secret security clearance and be SCI and SAP/ACCM eligible.
• Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Top-Secret Clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of experience (advanced degree equivalency applies) in operations, intelligence, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience supporting Special Technical Operations (STO), Special Access Programs (SAP), or sensitive activities.
• Experience integrating sensitive capabilities into joint planning processes (JOPP, JOPES, or equivalent).
• Demonstrated experience working at Combatant Command (CCMD), Joint Staff, or equivalent operational level.
• Strong understanding of planning processes, governance requirements, and compliance frameworks for sensitive operations.
• Experience coordinating across operations, intelligence, cyber, and interagency stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience supporting or managing review and approval processes for sensitive operations (e.g., RAP, SAP governance).
• Strong ability to translate complex technical or sensitive capabilities into actionable planning inputs for decision-makers.

Qualifications

• Completion of formal STO-related training (e.g., Special Technical Operations Planner’s Course or equivalent) is preferred.
• Experience supporting SAP or ACCM integration at CCMD or Joint Staff level is preferred.
• Experience coordinating with OSD, Joint Staff, interagency, or coalition partners on sensitive activities is preferred.
• Experience integrating STO with cyber operations, intelligence activities, or information operations is preferred.
• Familiarity with policies, authorities, and oversight related to sensitive or compartmented programs is preferred.
• Experience supporting cross-CCMD or multi-theater operations is preferred.
• Participation in joint planning teams, working groups, and interagency forums is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate integration risks associated with sensitive capabilities is preferred.
• Strong background in operational planning, capability integration, and mission synchronization is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of formal STO-related training (e.g., Special Technical Operations Planner’s Course or equivalent) is preferred.
• Experience supporting SAP or ACCM integration at CCMD or Joint Staff level is preferred.
• Experience coordinating with OSD, Joint Staff, interagency, or coalition partners on sensitive activities is preferred.
• Experience integrating STO with cyber operations, intelligence activities, or information operations is preferred.
• Familiarity with policies, authorities, and oversight related to sensitive or compartmented programs is preferred.
• Experience supporting cross-CCMD or multi-theater operations is preferred.
• Participation in joint planning teams, working groups, and interagency forums is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate integration risks associated with sensitive capabilities is preferred.
• Strong background in operational planning, capability integration, and mission synchronization is preferred.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retail benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Retirement benefits
• Education reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Pay

$130,000 - 180,000

Schedule

Not specified