CENTCOM Security Cooperation / Coalition Planner SME

Description

This position is contingent upon successful contract award.

Prevailance is seeking an expert-level CENTCOM-focused Security Cooperation / Coalition Planner to provide senior planning support across bilateral, multilateral, and coalition operational planning efforts. This role requires extensive experience as a lead planner at the Combatant Command or Component Command level, mastery of OPLAN and CONPLAN development, and deep understanding of Middle Eastern political, religious, and ethnic dynamics. The ideal candidate brings Foreign Area Officer expertise, strong diplomatic awareness, and the ability to integrate partner-nation considerations into complex operational plans. 

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Provide expert bilateral and multilateral planning analysis in support of Combatant Command and Component Command planning efforts 
• Support development, integration, and refinement of contingency plans across the USCENTCOM AOR
• Apply extensive knowledge of OPLAN and CONPLAN development, including synchronizing partner-nation contributions and equities
• Incorporate geopolitical, religious, ethnic, and cultural factors into planning efforts involving Middle Eastern states and regional partners
• Coordinate with U.S. Embassies, Security Cooperation Offices, SDO/DATTs, and USLO structures to ensure operational plans align with diplomatic frameworks
• Support contingency planning across joint, bilateral, multilateral, and coalition environments, including compartmented planning efforts
• Participate in planning conferences, working groups, and joint operational forums across the region
• Conduct staff-level reviews of planning products and provide coordinated inputs, recommendations, and formal responses
• Assist in developing component supporting plans to major combatant command OPLANs and CONPLANs
• Produce high-quality briefs, assessments, information papers, and formal correspondence for senior leadership
• Provide in-progress reviews (IPRs) and planning updates to leadership, ensuring plans align with service capabilities and deployment/employment considerations
• Support development of strategic, policy, campaign, and posture planning documents
• Assist with planning, coordination, and management of conferences, working groups, and regional planning engagements
• Participate in joint and coalition battle rhythm events and provide planning support for emergent requirements

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Foreign Area Officer (FAO) designation
• 8–10 years of experience as a lead planner at the Combatant Command and/or Component Command level
• Demonstrated expertise in OPLAN and CONPLAN development, including partner-nation integration
• Documented experience with Middle Eastern geopolitical, religious, and ethnic dynamics
• Familiarity with U.S. diplomatic structures including Embassies, SDO/DATT, and USLO

Desired Qualifications:

• Expert-level planning experience in joint, bilateral, multilateral, and coalition environments
• Skilled in producing briefs, assessments, and formal planning correspondence
• Proven ability to support highly compartmented planning efforts
• Strong ability to provide rapid, accurate updates for emergent and time-sensitive planning tasks
• Deep understanding of inter-service coordination and operational integration
• Flexible and responsive to dynamic planning requirements

Education:

• Master’s degree (MA/MS)
• Graduate of JPME II, Staff College, or War College

Clearance:

• Possesses Top Secret Clearance (SCI preferred)
• Secret may be acceptable depending on mission needs

If you meet these qualifications and are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today!

Prevailance, Inc. proudly supports veterans as a member of the V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) program and the Hire Vets initiative. Recognized as a Top Workplace in 2025, Prevailance fosters a supportive, mission-driven environment for its team members. We provide a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, designed to support health, wellness, and financial security. Our benefits include:

• Medical Insurance
• TriCare Supplemental
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Computing Device Reimbursement Program

Prevailance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract. Prevailance, Inc. participates in E-Verify and is VEVRAA Compliant.