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SOF Surrogate Operations Specialist

Cherokee Federal
Tampa, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/22/2026

SOF Surrogate Operations Specialist (SSOS)

This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance with the ability to obtain a Counterintelligence Polygraph to be considered.

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

Cherokee Strategic Edge is seeking a SOF Surrogate Operations Specialist to support the SOCCENT J3 Director in the coordination and execution of all Special programs.

Compensation & Benefits:

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

SOF Surrogate Operations Specialist (SSOS) Responsibilities Include:

  • Advises SOCCENT on oversight, management, planning, coordination, synchronization, and execution of all SOCCENT programs throughout the AOR.
  • Under the supervision, and with approval of SOCCENT advises senior DoD, interagency and partner-nation leaders on operations, capability development, and irregular warfare integration.
  • Supports SOCCENT by coordinating closely with the Intelligence Community (IC) and understand coordination processes to facilitate execution of programs.
  • Advises and supports SOCCENT engagements with senior DoD, interagency and partner-nation leaders on operations, capability development, and irregular warfare integration.
  • Advises SOCCENT subordinate elements regarding the provision of support to forces for the enablement of counterterrorism and irregular warfare operations in support of USSOF objectives.
  • Supports SOCCENT in the management and review of program budgets, proposed expenditures, financial reports, and development of budget justifications and projections.
  • Supports SOCCENT with the oversight and management of all program activities to ensure compliance with all applicable federal laws, rules and regulations governing their use.
  • Assists in the review of current policies governing programs and development and implementation of new policies.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned

SOF Surrogate Operations Specialist (SSOS) Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

  • Top Secret/SCI clearance with ability to obtain CI Polygraph

  • Bachelor's degree with minimum 12 years of relevant experience (or commensurate operational experience)

  • Surrogate Management; Proficient with G2G and CHROME

  • Minimum of ten (10) years of operational experience and subject matter expertise in Irregular Warfare, Advanced Special Operations Techniques (ASOT), and Operational Preparation of the Environment (OPE)

  • U.S. Special Operations experience; Enlisted with the rank of E7 or higher, Warrant

  • Officer (CW2 or higher), or Commissioned Officer (O3 or higher)

  • CMF 18 series or related background is highly desired

  • ASOT Managers Course graduate highly desire

  • Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Strategic Edge (CSE) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CSE, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Similar searchable job titles:

  • Irregular Warfare Specialist

  • Sensitive Activities Planner

  • Effects Planner

Keywords:

  • ASOT

  • Surrogate Management

  • SOF

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations.

Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.


We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, gender identity and sexual orientation. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please copy and paste the links to the following two sites: EEO Statement | EEO Poster

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may email “CNB.Compliance@cn-bus.com” for assistance. This email address is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the application process or status.

 

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