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Senior Strategic Planner

Command Holdings, a Pequot Company
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/27/2026
CeLeen, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is seeking a Senior Strategic Planner to support the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's (CISA) Office of Security Programs (OSP).

The Senior Strategic Planner shall assist and provide research, risk management, and cyber-physical security analytic support services to the government in an effort to reduce risks posed by small, unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) to critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities May Include (but Are Not Limited To)

  • Provide subject matter expertise and analytical support to inform the development and maintenance of a process for stakeholders requesting Federal C-UAS support and FAA Section 2209 flight restrictions. Furthermore, the Contractor shall coordinate with inter- and interagency partners to socialize the process, solicit feedback, and manage subsequent updates.
  • Support the development of UAS incident reporting criteria, establishing and maintaining a critical infrastructure UAS incident repository and conducting local, regional, sector and national-level incident trend analysis. The Contract shall also develop pre-incident indicators and/or industry alerts based on analysis findings.
  • Develop guidance to enhance SLTT and critical infrastructure capacity to manage UAS cybersecurity and physical risk. Guidance will include, but is not limited to, use of detection-only and C-UAS technology, requesting FAA flight restrictions, employment of non-technical C-UAS methods, identification of suspicious and pre-operational UAS activity, implementing render safe and chain of custody guidance, reporting UAS incidents, understanding and applying legal and regulatory UAS information, and mitigating UAS enabled cyber-attacks on connected systems.
  • Advise on the development and application of sUAS vulnerability assessments and UAS cyber and physical risk analysis for critical infrastructure. The Contractor shall also develop a process to collect and report meaningful feedback to inform future iterations or assessment tools and resources.
  • Advise, assist and support public and private sector outreach efforts to reduce UAS incidents by careless and clueless operators and enhance SLTT law enforcement and security staff response to non-compliant UAS operators.
  • Develop and implement processes to identify capability requirements, gaps, priorities, and solutions for UAS cybersecurity and C-UAS capabilities.

This position is contingent on contract award.

Work Environment

  • Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone and printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment).
  • Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Physical Demands

  • While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
  • Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel

  • 0-10% / Minimal travel.

CeLeen, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is a tribally-owned firm providing management consulting services to U.S. government agencies.

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.

At CeLeen, our employees are the embodiment of our success as a firm. Our team is comprised of a tenacious group of professionals located across the globe. It includes military veterans and spouses of active duty troops, former federal employees, policy experts, academics, attorneys, and technical and business experts, all of whom share a strong work ethic and the skills to succeed in both collaborative and independent environments. CeLeen is invested in the long-term success of both our clients and colleagues for the right reasons. Our dedication to putting good government into practice is underpinned by a merit-based culture that measures success by productivity and credibility.

CeLeen will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to the Human Resources Team.

CeLeen is committed to equal employment opportunity based on merit. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and in accordance with EO 14173 and Federal Employment Laws: Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph Protection Act.

CeLeen's Affirmative Action Program is available to any employee or applicant for employment for inspection upon request, to the extent required by federal regulations. The Affirmative Action Program can be accessed during normal business hours by making an appointment with the Human Resources Team.

Basic Qualifications

  • Master's Degree.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in the same or a relevant line of work; recognized as an industry leader in strategic planning, security, or a closely related field.
  • Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability.
  • Demonstrated expertise in critical infrastructure security planning, counterterrorism strategy, or related national security disciplines.
  • Proven track record of developing and delivering high-level strategic guidance to senior government officials.
  • Experience engaging with public, private, and international stakeholders on security planning and preparedness.
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills; experienced in executive-level briefings and strategic communications
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust (Fitness) determination.
  • Professional proficiency in English is required.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real ID. More information about Real ID can be found here: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id/about-real-id and at https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. CeLeen will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Current, active DHS Suitability.
  • Direct experience working within DHS.

Benefits

CeLeen offers a competitive benefits plan including:

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet Insurance
  • Eligibility requirements apply

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