Are you a seasoned professional with expertise in cyberspace operations, fires, and targeting? Looking to step into a supervisory role that directly supports national defense objectives? The U.S. Department of the Navy is seeking a dynamic leader for the position of Supervisory Program Analyst (Deputy Chief of Fires) within the Joint Forces Headquarters-Cyberspace (JFHQ-C) at U.S. Fleet Cyber Command.
This senior-level role offers the chance to shape cyberspace fires strategy, lead a talented team, and contribute to critical missions supporting Combatant Commanders.
Key Details at a Glance
- Position Title: Supervisory Program Analyst – Deputy Chief of Fires
- Agency: Department of the Navy – United States Fleet Forces Command
- Location: Fort Meade Naval Facilities, Maryland (1 vacancy)
- Salary: $148,935 – $195,200 per year (2025 Cyber Excepted Service pay table with Targeted Local Market Supplement)
- Grade/Level: GG-14
- Appointment: Permanent, Full-time
- Application Period: Open from December 22, 2025, to January 4, 2026
- Security Clearance: Top Secret/SCI required (with Counterintelligence polygraph)
What You’ll Do
As Deputy Chief of Fires in the Fires and Targeting Branch, you’ll play a pivotal role in planning and coordinating cyberspace operations. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and supervising a team of military and civilian personnel
- Managing portfolio oversight for all JFHQ-C (Navy) fires support functions
- Developing and coordinating cyberspace fires to align with operational imperatives
- Synchronizing and deconflicting cyber effects and targeting efforts
- Advising planners on integrating joint standards into cyber operations
- Briefing senior leaders on assessments and recommending innovations to address evolving cyber threats
- Setting priorities, schedules, and work plans for subordinates
This is a hands-on leadership position in a fast-paced, high-impact environment supporting 24/7 operations when needed.
Who Should Apply
Ideal candidates bring senior-level experience in:
- Developing techniques, tactics, procedures (TTPs), and operational instructions for cyber fires
- Providing recommendations to optimize fires/targeting operations and investments
- Applying policies to coordinate staff and resources effectively
- Briefing senior leaders on cyber operational assessments and improvements
No specific education requirement — emphasis is on proven, directly relevant experience in management/program analysis within cyber or related fields.
Additional Requirements:
- U.S. Citizenship
- Ability to obtain/maintain Top Secret/SCI clearance and pass CI polygraph
- Drug testing (pre-employment and random)
- Cyberspace Workforce qualification (Advanced level)
- Occasional travel (up to 20%), including CONUS/OCONUS
Perks:
- Telework eligible (part-time or ad-hoc)
- Comprehensive federal benefits package
- Potential incentives (recruitment, relocation, or student loan repayment)
How to Apply
This is a public notice flyer — applications are not accepted via USAJOBS standard process. To be considered:
- Email your resume (limited to 2 pages) to: roderick.d.whatley.civ@us.navy.mil
- Subject Line: DE-12854502-26-SLL GG14
- Deadline: January 4, 2026
Ensure your resume clearly demonstrates relevant experience, including dates, duties, and accomplishments. Illegible or incomplete submissions won’t be considered.
For the full official announcement and details, visit the source: https://cybereffects.usajobs.gov/job/852622900