Information Operations Exercise Developer (PSYOP) - COLSA Corporation

COLSA Corporation is seeking candidates for a Information Operations Exercise Developers with Psychological Operations (PSYOP) experience to support the Marine Corps Information Operations Center (MCIOC) in Quantico, VA. The ideal candidate shall plan for and coordinate exercise control groups in support of Information Warfighter Exercises (IWX). Exercise support functions include: scenario design, coordination, preparation, execution, evaluation, analysis, war gaming, and after action reporting across the exercise life cycle. Task may require off-site support and periodic CONUS and OCONUS travel.



Principal Duties and Responsibilities:





+ Support to each IWX (and other exercises) as exercise planners through each stage of the Joint Exercise Life Cycle and then as members of the exercise control group.



+ Provide facilitator/mentor support to the training audience related to planning and execution of PSYOP/MISO through the seven-phase process.



+ Ensure training meets established learning objectives.



+ Fill the role of OPT/Working Group leader during planning



+ Guide the planning process in accordance with USMC and Joint doctrine.



+ Assist with the development and oversight of the master scenario event list.



+ Assist in the facilitation and direction of role players, to include briefing of scripts, overseeing the conduct of lane training, and personnel movements.



+ Provide PSYOP/MISO expertise for all IWX and other training exercise and events.



+ Provide feedback to After-Action Reviews.



+ Assist in the development of and submission of Ad-Hoc Reports.









At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here (https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits/) .





Required SkillsRequired Experience

Required Experience





+ Minimum of a high school diploma with 6-years’ work-related experience.



+ Direct experience in leading PSYOP exercises, exercise control groups, scenario design, preparation, execution, analysis, and wargaming.



+ Experience with after action reporting across exercise life cycles.



+ Experience in development of exercise materials and coordination of exercise support.



+ Psychological Operations Qualification Course graduate.



+ US Citizenship required; Active TS/SCI clearance or current eligibility.



+ Willing and able to travel off-site and OCONUS/CONUS as needed (up to 2 weeks, twice per year).





Preferred Qualifications





+ Bachelor’s degree with 3-years’ work-related experience.



+ Experience with the United States Marine Corps, Marine exercises and training.



+ Information Operations Planning (or similar) course completion.









Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.



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