Operations Analyst; SOCOM

Position: Operations Analyst (SOCOM)
About the Role

Culmen International is seeking an Operation Analyst for USSOCOM support at Mac Dill, AFB in Tampa, FL. The Operations Analyst will support USSOCOM Directorates by applying scientific methods and structured problem-solving to evaluate, model, and optimize special operations. This role demands data-driven insights, risk-assessment capabilities, and strategic coordination to advise senior military leadership.

USSOCOM requires comprehensive program support encompassing:

* Strategic planning and resource planning

* Gathering, analyzing, and validating information

* Coordination and liaison activities with communications

* Budget execution support, including funding document processing and invoice review

* Technical and application assessment support

What You'll Do in Your New Role

* The Operations Analyst shall assist the government in developing and analyzing organizational plans and metrics to identify, manage, and direct resources to support the SOCOM Information Environment (SIE) mission strategies and priorities

* The candidate will analyze best practices in IT industry to identify opportunities for improvement based on existing process to ensure the SIE remains competitive

* Will assist the government in gathering, analyzing, and validating information exchange requirements to develop and coordinate comprehensive communications plans.

* Conduct coordination and liaison activities with communications planners and mission partners.

* Force Structure Analysis:
Develop and refine analytical models (e.g., SCRAAM) to evaluate the capability and capacity of Special Operations Forces (SOF) against Department of Defense mission requirements

* Operational Modeling:
Translate complex operational problems into structured analytic models to measure risks, costs, and effectiveness of Special Operations concepts

* Data Synthesis:
Integrate data from intelligence reporting, operational assessments, and global planning inputs to assess second- and third-order effects in various operational environments

* Executive Communication:
Translate quantitative and qualitative data into visually digestible, executive-level briefings and reports for DoD stakeholders

Required Qualifications

* Relevant experience supporting related Government agency

* Experience supporting USSOCOM or similar DoD organizations

* Familiarity with SOCOM compliance requirements

* Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

* Ability to engage effectively with senior Government stakeholders

* Active Top Secret Clearance

Desired Qualifications

About the Company

Culmen International is committed to enhancing international safety and security, strengthening homeland defense, advancing humanitarian missions, and optimizing government operations. With experience in over 150 countries, Culmen supports our clients to accomplish critical missions in challenging environments.

* Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, premiums for employees are 100% paid by Culmen, and dependent coverage is available at a nominal rate (including same or opposite sex domestic partners)

* 401k - Vested immediately and 4% match

* Life insurance and disability paid by the company

* Supplemental Insurance Available

* Opportunities for Training and Continuing Education

* 12 Paid Holidays

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