Operational Security Planner
US$65,000 – US$136,500 / yr base salary
Posted 1 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Operational Security (OPSEC) & Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Planner”
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- Expected experience
- 5+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- On-Site
- Contract
- Full-time
| Base salary | US$65,000 – US$136,500 / yr |
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CertificationsOPSEC Level II Training, OPSEC Analysis Course, OPSEC Program Managers Course, Joint Information Planners Course, OPSEC Professional Certification
Field of studySecurity Management, Information Management (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Job Title: Operational Security (OPSEC) & Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Planner
Job Category: Intelligence
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%
Type of Travel: Local
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The Opportunity:
Join a team dedicated to advancing national security through innovative irregular warfare and operations expertise. CACI is looking for individuals to join a program that delivers mission-critical advisory, training, and operational support services that help mission partners stay ahead of rapidly evolving global threats. Working across geographic and functional combatant commands, these professionals play a vital role in developing, integrating, and sustaining mission-ready task forces that enhance joint force effectiveness and operational success.
This is an opportunity to contribute to high-impact missions, collaborate with experienced professionals, and support strategic operations that strengthen our nation's defense capabilities around the world. Candidates who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace complex challenges, and are committed to mission excellence will find meaningful opportunities for growth and impact within CACI and on this team
Responsibilities:
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Integrates OPSEC considerations into OIE and IW planning.
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Develops and implements OPSEC plans, policies, and procedures to protect critical information
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Reviews operational plans, products, content (to include public affairs releases) to identify critical information vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation measures across planning and execution.
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Advises planners on FOIA implications and disclosure risk, ensuring information activities and documentation remain compliant while preserving operational advantage.
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Supports assessment and refinement of OIE/IW activities by evaluating OPSEC effectiveness and adjusting protection measures based on evolving threat conditions.
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Coordinates OPSEC assessments and vulnerability analyses
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Processes FOIA requests in accordance with DoD regulations, federal law, and policy within statutory deadlines
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Coordinates with legal counsel, subject matter experts, and other agencies to resolve complex FOIA disclosure issues
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As required, researches and retrieves documents from databases, records systems, and file repositories in response to FOIA requests