General Strategist

Position

General Strategist

1603-SCS J5 - 23P-US-815

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Mac Dill AFB, FL

• Senior Service College and/or Master's Degree, preferably in strategic studies, political science, International Affairs/Relations or other related field
• Active TS clearance; eligible for SCI
• 3 years strategy experience, preferably SOF-related, working at a DoD Combatant Command OR, Joint Staff OR a 4‑Star Command within the last 10 years
• 3 years conducting strategic/regional studies and assessments for analysis and synchronization of command strategy
• 1 year experience using web‑based programs such as social media platforms and all Microsoft Office products (SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Excel)

The objective of this requirement is to provide The United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) fully capable and enabled SOF personnel to defend the Nation's interests pursuant to the National Defense Strategy in an environment characterized by irregular warfare and asymmetric challenges.

• Support the development of USSOCOM strategic documents by providing subject matter expertise, document preparation and coordination, in‑depth analysis of strategic factors, data collection and analysis, seminar/symposium, conference, and war‑game participation.
• Research and analyze various DOD, interagency, service, and combatant command policies, strategies and concepts associated with USSOCOM strategy and missions.
• Provide strategic planning and analysis for current contingency plans, including the USSOCOM Global Campaign Plan and other plans.
• Develop, analyze, and compare alternative USSOCOM strategies to align USSOCOM plans and operations with national‑level strategic and direction, including the Unified Command Plan (UCP), National Military Strategy (NMS), National Strategy for Combating Terrorism (NS‑CT), Contingency Planning Guidance (CPG) and the National Military Strategic Plan for the War on Terrorism (NMSP‑WOT).
• Provide analysis for strategic planning meetings, briefings, seminars, and strategy war games, and provide required SOF subject matter expertise to events related to the future operating environment and interoperability of SOF.
• Provide geopolitical subject matter experts (SMEs) to conduct strategic studies and assessments for the analysis, assessment, and synchronization of the command strategic documents and to increase situational awareness.
• Augment J5 Operations Officer and/or Senior Leadership in the execution of daily J5 taskings and management functions.
• Conduct and prepare executive‑level, research‑based strategic level studies, assessments, and papers to analyze, assess, and synchronize command strategic documents.
• Develop and coordinate future plans, policy and strategy, and present and effectively advise USSOCOM leadership on how to leverage U.S. Government, interagency, and private‑sector capacity in support of the command mission.
• Provide expert knowledge of strategic theory, SOF strategic roles and missions, and experience with the various national‑level strategic documents.
• Provide expert knowledge of the mission, organization and interrelationships of DOD, Joint Staff, and interagency working groups and other government agencies/activities.

• Senior Service College and/or Master's Degree, preferably in strategic studies, political science, International Affairs/Relations or other related field
• Active TS clearance; SCI eligible

Lukos has been delivering professional services to the Federal Government for 15 years. We help a variety of federal agencies in areas such as national security, homeland security, international development, training, analytics, healthcare, and other professional services. Since our founding, we have grown to support all military services and multiple federal civilian agencies. Lukos is ancient Greek for "wolf"—an apt symbol for the qualities of cunning, aggression, patience, teamwork, and resilience that define our approach to national security.

We take care of our pack by offering competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and federal holidays.

Lukos is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or national origin.