Job Title: Global Force Management Specialist
Job Category: Intelligence
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%
Type of Travel: Local
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The Opportunity:
As a Global Force Management supporting the SCOPES Program at USSOUTHCOM, you will support the Joint Task Force–Western Hemisphere (JTF-WHEM) will serve as the primary technical subject matter expert for force flow and deployment tracking. Acting as a critical action officer, the specialist monitors the theater arrival of rotational forces and Joint Individual Augmentee (JIA) personnel, translating complex movement data into actionable staff packages and recommendations. By providing continuous analysis of force flow metrics, this position equips JTF leadership with the accurate, real-time visibility required to make data-driven determinations and final deployment approvals.
Responsibilities:
- Build, validate, and maintain Time-Phased Force and Deployment Data (TPFDD) within the Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES) in direct support of Global Force Management (GFM) allocations and theater operational orders.
- Manage interoperability between legacy and emerging capabilities, including GCCS-J, Maven Smart System (MSS), Palantir Foundry, Gaia, and related operational platforms.
- Monitor, analyze, and reconcile the theater arrival and integration of rotational joint forces and Joint Individual Augmentee (JIA) personnel across all points of debarkation in the USSOUTHCOM area of responsibility.
- Translate complex movement data and force tracking metrics into actionable executive staff packages, commander’s update briefings (CUB), and formal course-of-action (COA) deployment recommendations.
- Coordinate continuously with Combatant Command directorates (J1, J3, J4), U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM), service component commands, and interagency partners to synchronize lift requirements, resolve scheduling bottlenecks, and prevent deployment shortfalls.
- Identify variances between planned force flow and actual execution, conduct impact assessments on mission capability timelines, and advise JTF watch officers and staff directors on corrective actions.
- Assist in the development, refinement, and rehearsal of crisis-response force packages and exercise TPFDDs to ensure operational readiness for emergent contingency operations.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
- 5+ years of operational military or defense civilian experience in joint deployment operations, force tracking, or logistics planning, with at least 2 years of direct operational experience utilizing JOPES.
- Demonstrated proficiency in building, editing, and validating Time-Phased Force and Deployment Data (TPFDD) and managing Global Force Management (GFM) allocation processes.
- Hands-on experience working within a Joint Operations Center (JOC), Combatant Command (CCMD), Joint Task Force (JTF), or Service Component deployment cell.
- Experience collaborating with operational stakeholders to define requirements, develop use cases, implement technical solutions, and provide user training and technical support.
Desired:
- Experience developing Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and technical documentation supporting operational data integration.
- Prior operational experience supporting USSOUTHCOM headquarters and/or or the Latin American/Caribbean AOR.
- Formal graduation from the Joint Deployment Master Planner (JDMP) course, JOPES Automated Data Processing (ADP) course, or Joint Operations Planning and Execution System (JOPES) action officer training.
- Working knowledge of Joint Capabilities Requirements Manager (JCRM), Single Mobility System (SMS), or Deliberate and Crisis Action Planning and Execution Segments (DCAPES).
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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:
$82,100-$172,400
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.
