Strategic Planning Analyst V (Strategic Communications)

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

Enterprise Communication & Messaging

Develop, refine, and distribute strategic communications that enhance awareness of AFIN operations, cybersecurity risks, enterprise changes, and user responsibilities

Translate complex cyber, network, and mission ‑ assurance topics into clear, accessible messaging for diverse audiences across the Air Force

Maintain consistent communication channels between 688 CW, 690 CYCS/AMAC, Cyber Unit Commanders, CFPs, ISSOs, CLs, 17X/Sq CCs, MCCCs, and mission partners

Cyber Awareness & Education

Create educational materials, guidance, and updates that strengthen user understanding of cybersecurity best practices and enterprise processes

Support initiatives that empower Airmen to confidently navigate and defend the AFIN

Promote proactive cyber hygiene and reinforce the user’s role as a vital asset in AFIN defense

Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination

Serve as a liaison between units supporting the AFIN and the broader Air Force community to improve information flow and operational transparency

Coordinate messaging with technical, operational, and leadership stakeholders to ensure accuracy, alignment, and mission relevance

Facilitate communication pathways that enhance collaboration and reduce information gaps across the enterprise

Program Development & Support

Contributes to the continued evolution of the Strategic Communications program, established to train CFPs of previous, continuous, and future AMAC operations

Support communication strategies that reinforce enterprise processes, standardization, and compliance across the AFIN

Identify emerging communication needs and develop new products, campaigns, or outreach efforts to address them

Required Skills & Competencies

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify technical concepts

Understanding of Air Force cyberspace operations, AFIN structure, and cybersecurity principles

Ability to engage diverse audiences—from technical cyber professionals to general AFIN users

Experience in strategic communication, public affairs, cyber operations, or IT service management is highly beneficial.

Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate information needs and craft timely messaging.

Collaboration skills to work effectively across units, commands, and mission partners.

Education & Experience

Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent related experience

10+ years of DoW /Cyber work experience

Certifications

Required: IAT II/IAM II = Sec+ (CE), Sec X (CE)

Desired: CIS M, CISSP, PMP

Security Clearance

Required: TS/SCI

Other (Travel, Work Environment, DoD 8570 Requirements, Administrative Notes, etc.)

Day Shift. This is a 24/7/365 mission and extended hours/days may be required