NSW Wargame Planner

CeLeen, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is currently seeking a highly qualified NSW Wargame Planner who will advise and assist in the development of wargame plans, designs, capabilities, and operational concepts for approval by Commander Naval Special Warfare Command based on existing and newly directed policies from all levels of government.

The SOF Exercise Designer IV (Wargame Planner) shall support NSWC N5 through performance of tasks such as:

• Advise and assist in the development of wargame plans, designs, capabilities, and operational concepts for approval by Commander Naval Special Warfare Command based on existing and newly directed policies from all levels of government.
• Collaborate with commands, activities, institutions, and industries at all echelons to follow the latest trends, innovations, and advances in technology and intelligence; and to understand their implications for NSW plans, policy, and programs.
• Provide advice, analysis, and recommendations regarding emerging technology, innovative techniques, and evolving organizations as they pertain to NSW programs, policy, and plans.
• Organize, plan, and facilitate wargames and planning exercises as directed by Commander, Naval Special Warfare Command.
• Develop and provide Project Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M) and conduct Initial Concept Briefs (ICB) for assigned projects; due dates and suspense timelines will be mutually agreed upon between the contractor and Government representatives appropriate to the instant projects. The contractor shall prepare and brief draft POAM which fully define proposed approaches to requirements.

Expected salary range: $110,000 - $120,000

Work Environment:

• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone and printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment).
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
• Ability to work in confined areas.
• Ability to work in remote and rural environments.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
• Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle in environments including city, highway, and rural roads CONUS and OCONUS.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel:

• 0% - 10% / Minimal travel expected: Offsites, meetings, training, conference, etc.

CeLeen, an operating firm of Command Holdings, a Pequot company, is a tribally-owned firm providing management consulting services to U.S. government agencies.

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.

At CeLeen, our employees are the embodiment of our success as a firm. Our team is comprised of a tenacious group of diverse professionals located across the globe. It includes military veterans and spouses of active duty troops, former federal employees, policy experts, academics, attorneys, and technical and business experts, all of whom share a strong work ethic and the skills to succeed in both collaborative and independent environments. CeLeen is invested in the long-term success of both our clients and colleagues for the right reasons. Our dedication to putting good government into practice is underpinned by a merit-based culture that measures success by productivity and credibility.

CeLeen will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to HR at [email protected].

CeLeen is an Equal Opportunity Employer – we do not discriminate based on age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected class. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph Protection Act.

CeLeen's Affirmative Action Program is available to any employee or applicant for employment for inspection upon request, to the extent required by federal regulations. The Affirmative Action Program can be accessed during normal business hours by making an appointment with HR at [email protected].

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Current, active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience regarding executive decision making, policy development, operational planning, wargaming and planning exercises, as well as experience in executive government correspondence.
• Prior SOF (O5-O6, E9, CW5)
• Minimum 18 years of special operations experience
• Demonstrate recent experience and familiarity with current professional knowledge of the full range of Special Operations, Naval Special Warfare, and Joint Military Operations. 
• Minimum of 6 years of recent experience serving in a command, senior enlisted advisor, or primary staff billet in a SOF (USSOCOM/TSOC), Service, Joint Staff, OSD, or 3-4 Star level Service/GCC HQs
• Graduate of Service or Joint ILE or Enlisted equivalent
• Completion of Service or Joint Senior Professional Military Education or Enlisted equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in exercise and scenario design and management  
• Minimum of 8 years of experience conducting joint and coalition operations and training
• Minimum of 4 years of experience with Service, SOF, and Joint doctrine, planning, operations, training, and exercises
• Minimum of 4 years of experience developing operational products to support GCC and TSOC SOF/CT exercises  
• Minimum of 4 years of experience researching and integrating current intelligence and operations to develop complex scenarios, studies, and analysis related to SOF core activities for all geographic areas  
• Minimum of 4 years of experience to communication exercise design details with operational level exercise planners, staffs, and commanders; interagency partners, and partner nation exercise planners
• Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver’s license (proof of which will be required after hire) and ability to qualify for and maintain WWC liability insurance through a clean driving record.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. CeLeen will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree.
• Graduate of Advanced Military Studies.
• Availability within three weeks of offer date.

Benefits

CeLeen offers a competitive benefits plan including:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance