Cybersecurity Exercise Planner (Junior)

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Process and Operational Efficiency

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Client Service, Microsoft Office 365, WritingCertifications:

NoneExperience:

1 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Cyber Exercise Planner (Junior)

Opportunity to join a mission‑critical DHS program delivering cyber exercise planning, execution, and operational support. The exercises program is responsible for developing, designing, conducting, and analyzing exercises and workshops at the state, federal, regional, private sector, and international level. Exercises range from tabletop exercises that identify policy and process gaps to full‑scale exercises that help test response procedures and cross‑sector coordination.

In this junior‑level role, you will support the development of realistic cyber scenarios, help evaluate stakeholder preparedness, and contribute to insights that strengthen DHS's national cybersecurity mission. You’ll collaborate with senior planners and gain hands‑on experience in supporting cyber preparedness activities across the nation.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

• Assist senior planners and federal client leads in coordinating and executing cyber exercises in alignment with DHS Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) principles.
• Support development of exercise planning materials, including scenario outlines, planning meeting notes, exercise conduct documents, and after‑action inputs.
• Contribute to drafting exercise life cycle documents under guidance, including scenario components designed to test cyber incident response plans.
• Assist in developing after‑action report sections and improvement plan recommendations.
• Support facilitation of requirement‑gathering sessions with business owners and government stakeholders.
• Conduct initial research and analysis of customer needs and cybersecurity process evaluation requirements.
• Provide general administrative, coordination, and documentation support throughout the exercise life cycle.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Basic familiarity with exercise development, design, conduct, or analysis (academic, internship, or professional experience acceptable).
• Exposure to Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) methodology.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer‑service mindset and willingness to support multiple concurrent tasks.
• Ability to respond to requests for information 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).

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND 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).

SECURITY CLEARANCE

• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance (program-specific requirement can be adjusted as needed).

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career in intelligence at GDIT and you’ll find opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for securing the mission.

The likely salary range for this position is $74,375 - $100,625. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Hybrid

Work Location:

USA VA Arlington

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most. 

 

Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes. 

 

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