Information Operations Lead Job Listing at SAIC in Tampa, FL (Job ID 2502932)

Description

Description

SAIC is seeking an Information Operations (I/O) Operations Lead with Military Information Support Operations (MISO) expertise to be responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing integrated I/O efforts within military operations. This role requires deep knowledge and experience in both I/O and MISO to effectively influence target audiences and achieve strategic objectives. Ensures that all I/O activities, including MISO, are seamlessly integrated into military operations, providing a comprehensive approach to information warfare.  Utilizes information and psychological operations to influence behaviors and achieve strategic objectives. Requires strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to coordinate and integrate these activities into broader military plans.  Involves planned operations to convey selected information and indicators to foreign audiences to influence their emotions, motives, objective reasoning, and ultimately, the behavior of foreign governments, organizations, groups, and individuals.  IO Lead to manage IO activities for the contractor's operations primarily in the USCENTCOM, USAFRICOM, and USSOCOM AOR or AOI. The IO Lead is required to have an in-person two-hour call back to MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL, and may be required to occasionally travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations in support of the TO.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Develop and Implement I/O Strategies:

• Design, develop, and implement comprehensive I/O strategies that align with military objectives and operational goals.
• Ensure these strategies integrate MISO to influence target audience perceptions and behaviors.

Operational Planning:

• Advises commanders and staff on MISO capabilities, limitations, and best practices.  
• Collaborate with commanders and operational staff to incorporate I/O and MISO into broader military plans.
• Develop and refine operational plans to include detailed I/O components.

Execute I/O Operations:

• Lead the execution of I/O plans, ensuring that all I/O and MISO activities are carried out effectively and achieve the desired impact.

Target Audience Analysis:

• Conducts detailed analysis of target audiences to understand their cultural, social, and political environments.  
• Identifies key influencers and opinion leaders within target audiences.

Message Creation and Dissemination: 

• Creates messages tailored to influence target audiences effectively.  
• Utilizes various media platforms (print, radio, television, social media) for message dissemination.  
• Ensures messages are consistent with U.S. policies and objectives.

Interagency and Multinational Coordination:

• Work closely with other government agencies, allied forces, and host nation entities to ensure a unified and coordinated approach to I/O and MISO.
  

Liaison with Military Elements:

• Coordinate with other military functions such as intelligence, public affairs, and cyber operations to synchronize efforts and maximize the overall impact of I/O and MISO activities.
  

Integrated Operations:

• Ensure that MISO activities are effectively integrated into all I/O efforts, leveraging psychological operations to enhance the overall influence strategy.

Effectiveness Monitoring:

• Continuously monitor the effectiveness of I/O and MISO activities.
• Use metrics, feedback, and data analysis to assess impact and make necessary adjustments to meet changing conditions.

Reporting:

• Provide regular reports to commanders and stakeholders on the progress and effectiveness of I/O and MISO activities.
• Recommend adjustments based on assessment results.

Develop Training Programs:

• Create and conduct training programs for military personnel on I/O and MISO tactics, techniques, and procedures.

Mentorship:

• Mentor and guide junior I/O and MISO personnel, fostering a knowledgeable and skilled team.  
• Conducts briefings and educates stakeholders on the role and impact of MISO.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years of experience with IO at the service or joint level, working on projects that performed operations in the USCENTCOM, USAFRICOM, USSOCOM, INDOPACOM or USEUCOM AOIs. This shall include experience at both the operational and tactical level; it is not required that the operational and tactical-level experience has occurred concurrently.
• Experience in cross-CCMD coordination.
• Minimum of one year of experience with the Joint Planning Process (JPP) and the Adaptive Planning and Execution (APEX) enterprise at the CCMD level.

Extensive I/O Experience: Proven experience in planning and executing information operations, including the integration of various I/O disciplines (e.g., electronic warfare, cyber operations, military deception).

MISO Expertise: In-depth knowledge and experience in MISO doctrine, tactics, techniques, and procedures, including target audience analysis, message development, and dissemination strategies.\

Operational Planning Skills: Strong background in military operational planning, with the ability to integrate I/O and MISO into broader operational plans.  Minimum of two years of experience in the integration of IO and IRC into CCMD planning and operations.

Cultural and Regional Awareness: Ability to understand and operate within diverse cultural environments (cultural, social, and political dynamics) to tailor I/O and MISO activities effectively.

Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to brief commanders, staff, and stakeholders effectively.  Minimum of two years of experience leading culturally and professionally diverse (CTR, MIL, CIV) teams, conducting executive-level communications, and the design and execution of the IO and IRC elements of Joint campaigns.

Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex information and develop strategies to influence target audiences.

Security Clearance: TS/SCI with SCI eligibility

Education and Certification: A degree in international relations, psychology, communications, or a related field

Specialized Training: Formal training in I/O and MISO from military institutions or equivalent civilian courses. (Irregular Warfare, Military Information Support Operations (MISO), Information Operations, Electronic Warfare, OPSEC, Military Deception (MILDEC).  Successful course completion of the School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS), the School of Advanced Air and Space Studies (SAAS), or the School of Advanced Warfighting (SAW).

Certifications: Relevant certifications in strategic communications, information operations, or psychological operations.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

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