Support DHS cyber exercise planning, execution, and operational support as a Junior Exercise Planner focused on HSEEP-aligned activities.

Assist senior planners and federal client leads with coordination and execution of cyber exercises aligned to DHS Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) principles.
Support creation of exercise planning materials, including scenario outlines, planning meeting notes, exercise conduct documents, and inputs to after-action materials.
Contribute to drafting exercise life cycle documents under guidance, including scenario components intended to test cyber incident response plans.
Help develop sections of after-action reports and contribute to improvement plan recommendations.
Support facilitation of requirement-gathering sessions with business owners and government stakeholders.
Perform initial research and analysis related to customer needs and cybersecurity process evaluation requirements.
Provide administrative, coordination, and documentation support throughout the exercise life cycle.

Basic familiarity with exercise development, design, conduct, or analysis (academic, internship, or professional experience acceptable).
Exposure to HSEEP methodology.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, with emphasis on Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Customer-service mindset and ability to support multiple concurrent tasks.
Capability to respond to information requests in a timely and organized manner.
Attention to detail and willingness to follow established processes.
Demonstrated teamwork, adaptability, and eagerness to learn.
Foundational understanding of cybersecurity concepts (coursework or professional experience).
Bachelor’s degree (preferably in cybersecurity, IT, political science, emergency management, or related discipline).
1+ years of relevant experience (internships or academic project work acceptable).
Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance (program-specific requirement can be adjusted as needed).
U.S. Citizenship Required.

Years of Experience: 1+ years of related experience
May vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree
Security clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance (program-specific requirement can be adjusted)

Cybersecurity Exercise Planner (Junior)

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