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Exercise Planner SME

TEKsystems
$55.00 - $70.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Hawaii, Honolulu
Nov 07, 2025
Aloha! One of our DOD clients is seeking an Exercise Planner. Description Advise and manage the customer on networks and information systems for force projection in support of exercises and real-world missions in the theater of operations. Prepare and brief senior leaders on network architectures, integration challenges/solutions, and potential risks or resource gaps affecting mission command capabilities. Maintain familiarity with all OPLANs involving the customer, aligning planned communications networks for each exercise to an OPLAN. Provide recommendations on future and emerging capabilities. Develop WAN and LAN architectures based on unit MTOE equipment and GOTS/COTS solutions. Document networks, considering redundant nodes, chokepoints, and risks. Subject modifications to the change control board (CCB). Collaborate with stakeholders and coalition partners to develop communication plans for exercises. Organize disparate units for the implementation of established network plans. Lead periodic TIWGs, addressing network and server architectures, communications security, simulation and common operational integration, firewall ports, protocols and services, tactical terminals, spectrum requests, and more. Write base orders, signal annexes, and concepts of operation (CONOP) to define mission requirements. Provide expertise for deployable Army communications networks for exercises and real-world operations. Conduct exercise site surveys and plan conferences to integrate mission networks across geographically disparate areas within the Asia Pacific region. Integrate situational awareness on operational tactical networks throughout the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC). Track authorized service interruptions to strategic networks and advise on mitigating actions. Provide and identify network life-cycle support, including requirements, architecture, engineering, design, integration, Risk Management Framework (RMF), SIPRNet Connection Approval Process, installation, operation, and maintenance. Provide technical integration with current cybersecurity defense capabilities within the theater environment. Participate in theater exercise planning and development conferences aligned with the JELC process, supporting the home theater. Support exercise execution, including on-site participation and establishing/operating tactical networks with shifts lasting 10-12 hours per day, potentially involving rotating shifts and a callback contingency. Other duties as assigned. Additional Skills & Qualifications* Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or similar field. At start date, must possess the following certifications in ACTIVE status: oSecurity+ CE oCISSP OR CISM Minimum of 10 years of IT technical experience, with a minimum of 5 years of IT Management experience. Experience with the following: oArmy tactical communications systems oMission Partner Environment enclave oOPLANS Ability to conduct Joint level network planning. Ability to travel OCONUS within the Asia Pacific region as required. Minimum of 3 years' experience tracking and reporting project status. Advanced experience with developing project/program tasking, to support teams and ensure objectives are met with top quality and levels of performance. Skilled in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Detail-oriented and highly organized, with excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills for dealing with diverse military and civilian stakeholders. Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires U.S. Citizenship. All applicants must have current DoD Secret clearance day one and prior to entry on duty, with the ability to pass an SSBI background investigation to up-scope their clearance to Top Secret. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Honolulu, HI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $70.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Honolulu,HI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.