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Cryptologic Cyber Planner 3

Markon
Fort Meade, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 7/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/7/2027

Description

Markon is seeking a Cyber Planner 3 to support the Fort Meade customer by planning, coordinating, and integrating cyber operations across mission partners. This role provides operational planning expertise, ensures mission activities align with established policy and doctrine, and serves as a key liaison between Government organizations to support the successful execution of cyber operations. The role works closely with operational, technical, and leadership teams to develop mission plans, synchronize activities, and enable strategic cyber objectives.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with U.S. Cyber Command elements and mission partners to support cyber operations planning and execution
  • Develop, review, and synchronize operational plans in accordance with applicable cyber policy and doctrine
  • Collaborate with Government stakeholders to integrate operational requirements into mission planning activities
  • Develop concepts of operation (CONOPS), planning documents, briefings, and operational reports for leadership and mission partners
  • Analyze mission objectives and recommend planning strategies to support operational execution and resource prioritization
  • Coordinate cross-functional planning efforts and facilitate communication between operational and technical teams
  • Ensure cyber operations are planned and executed in accordance with applicable authorities, policies, and procedures
  • Monitor mission activities and provide planning support throughout the operational lifecycle
  • Support strategic planning initiatives and contribute to long-term mission planning efforts

Qualifications

  • TS/SCI with Active Polygraph with this Customer.
  • Bachelor's degree and 14 years of experience supporting cyber operations, operational planning, military planning, or Intelligence Community missions
  • Experience working with U.S. Cyber Command elements to enable cyber operations
  • Strong understanding of cyber operations policy, doctrine, and operational planning processes
  • Completion of the Intelligence Community Planner's Course (ICPC) or other relevant operational planning training required
  • Experience developing operational plans, CONOPS, campaign plans, or strategic planning documents
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior leadership
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to coordinate across multiple organizations in a fast-paced operational environment

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience supporting cyber operations or mission planning activities
  • Familiarity with the Joint Planning Process (JPP), Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP), or similar operational planning methodologies
  • Experience supporting offensive or defensive cyber operations
  • Knowledge of Department of Defense and Intelligence Community operational planning processes

Salary Range

USD $120,000.00 - USD $145,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Overview

Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.

 

At Markon, we don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.

 

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.

 

Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make – which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters – bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.

 

Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

 

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.

Salary : $120,000 - $145,000

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