Job Title: Communications Technical & Planning Specialist
Job Category: Consulting
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%
Type of Travel: Continental US
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The Opportunity:
We are seeking a highly motivated Communications Technical & Planning Specialist to provide on-site technical, operational, and strategic communications support to the NAOC J6 and J34. This individual will support daily operations, communications planning, cybersecurity, network management, and mission readiness.
The ideal candidate will have experience with military communications systems, tactical and strategic communications planning, and DoD information technology environments. This position will play a key role in ensuring reliable communications capabilities, supporting operational exercises, and advising leadership on emerging technologies and mission requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Provide technical and operational communications support to NAOC J6 and J34 leadership and personnel.
- Develop, maintain, and evaluate communications plans, including Primary, Alternate, Contingency, and Emergency (PACE) plans.
- Manage organizational documentation, knowledge management systems, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams.
- Maintain communications equipment inventories, property accountability, and COMSEC/CCI materials in accordance with DoD and NSA policies.
- Support tactical and strategic communications systems, including radio, satellite communications (SATCOM), secure voice, VTC, and computer networks.
- Assist with network administration, troubleshooting, configuration management, and cybersecurity compliance.
- Coordinate spectrum management, frequency requests, satellite access requests, and communications requirements with military and government agencies.
- Plan, coordinate, and support Communications Exercises (COMMEX), operational planning meetings, and working groups.
- Provide technical training and guidance to military communications personnel, including officers, NCOs, and Airmen.
- Track personnel training, certifications, and mission-essential qualifications.
- Maintain technical documentation, equipment records, classified material inventories, and operational requirements databases.
- Provide technical recommendations, strategic assessments, and support for emerging mission requirements.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Active Top Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI
- Experience supporting military communications, information technology, network operations, or related DoD environments.
- Knowledge of tactical and strategic communications systems, including HF/VHF/UHF radios, SATCOM, secure voice, VTC, and IP-based networks.
- Understanding of DoD cybersecurity requirements, information assurance, COMSEC procedures, and classified information handling.
- Experience with network administration, routing, switching, troubleshooting, and configuration management.
- Familiarity with SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, knowledge management, and technical documentation.
- Understanding of communications planning, PACE plans, spectrum management, and operational exercises.
- Ability to manage equipment accountability, inventories, training records, and operational documentation.
- Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently, collaborate with military leadership, and adapt to changing operational requirements.
- Relevant DoD 8140/8570 certifications or the ability to meet applicable workforce qualification requirements.
- Ability to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the position.
Desired:
Active TS/SCI
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What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$78,000 - $163,800
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
