--- title: 'Cyber Planner at AnaVation' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/cyber-planner-anavation-fort-meade-9nadg8gcqnv7' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-26' --- # Cyber Planner at AnaVation - **Company:** AnaVation - **Location:** Fort Meade, MD - **Compensation:** $89k–$196k - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-10-19 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-26 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/anavationllc/231616e6-f0af-40d7-afcf-f870d9dc9d90 ## Job description Be Challenged and Make a Difference In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture. Description of Task to be Performed: AnaVation is seeking a Cyber Planner to support one of our cybersecurity programs in the National Capital Area. The Cyber Planner will independently support cyberspace operational planning and fires integration across operational planning activities. The position will apply demonstrated experience with multiple internal organizations processes, capability pairing, and cyber threat mitigation to develop planning products, coordinate operational requirements, and provide recommendations to planners and leadership. The successful candidate will independently execute assigned planning activities and coordinate across multiple organizations to integrate cyberspace capabilities into operational plans and exercises. This position supports cyberspace operational planning activities in accordance with established organizational planning processes and guidance. Responsibilities include: Independently develop and coordinate assigned portions of cyberspace operational plans and supporting planning products. Integrate OCO capabilities into DoW planning efforts. Develop and coordinate OPLANs, OPORDs, FRAGOs, CONOPS, courses of action, concepts of support, and related planning products. Conduct and support target nomination, target development, validation, prioritization, deconfliction, and assessment activities. Coordinate cyber capability pairing and synchronization with operational objectives and targeting requirements. Integrate intelligence, operations, targeting, cyber capability, and technical inputs into operational planning. Support fires coordination and targeting boards, including preparation of briefings, recommendations, and decision-support products. Participate in exercises, crisis-action planning, and current-operations activities. Coordinate with multiple internal and external components and relative partners. Analyze cyber capabilities, threats, vulnerabilities, and operational constraints and incorporate findings into planning recommendations. Identify operational capability gaps and develop recommendations for requirements, capability development, and planning priorities. Serve as a liaison between technical SMEs and operational planners to facilitate understanding and employment of cyber capabilities. Develop lessons learned, assessments, point papers, briefings, and other products for operational and leadership audiences. Support the transition of approved future-operations planning products into current operations. Support applicable cyberspace operations review and approval processes in accordance with governing policy and guidance. Required Qualifications: - Clearance: U.S. Citizen; TS/SCI w/ Poly. - Education: Bachelor’s Degree, Cyberspace Operational Planners Course (COPC), or related experience. - Certifications: Required - Location: Full-time on-site in MD. - Experience and knowledge: - 7+ years of relevant experience supporting DoW, military, intelligence, cyberspace operations, targeting, or operational planning activities. - Demonstrated experience integrating cyberspace capabilities into DoW related planning. - Experience developing or substantially contributing to OPLANs, OPORDs, FRAGOs, CONOPS, courses of action, concepts of support, and related planning products. - Experience supporting the targeting cycles, including target nomination, development, validation, prioritization, deconfliction, and assessment. - Experience supporting target boards, activities, exercises, crisis-action planning, or current operations. - Experience coordinating and synchronizing operational, targeting, and cyber capability inputs across multiple organizations. - Knowledge of cyberspace operations and the integration of offensive cyberspace capabilities into operations. - Knowledge of cyber threat environments, adversary capabilities, attack methods, vulnerabilities, and operational effects. - Understanding of targeting methodologies, capability pairing, target systems analysis, target materials, and collateral-effects considerations. - Knowledge of fires, targeting organizations, command relationships, and interorganizational coordination. Preferred Qualifications: - Clearance: Active TS/SCI w/Poly. - Education: Advanced degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, National Security, or a related field. - Certification: DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II or applicable equivalent certification. - Experience and Knowledge: - Demonstrated experience independently integrating OCO capabilities into future operations planning. - Experience with target development, target systems analysis, capability pairing, or advanced targeting. - Experience working in SAP/STO or other controlled-access operational environments, where applicable. - Experience developing senior-level briefings, decision papers, lessons learned, and operational assessments. - Experience supporting DoD exercises and operational planning events. - Relevant military education, cyber/targeting training, or equivalent professional development. ## Benefits Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents 100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting Competitive Pay Generous paid leave and holiday package Tuition and training reimbursement Life and AD&D Insurance ## About AnaVation AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team. If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you! AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. ## About AnaVation ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: AnaVation is a leading provider of investigative and intelligence collection, cloud and big data, and full spectrum cyber solutions to the U.S. federal government. - **Entity Type**: Private (Partnership) - **Headquarters**: Chantilly, Virginia, United States - **Founded**: 2013 - **Founders**: Charles Quillin (CEO) and Todd Graham (Co-Founder & Partner, Law Enforcement) ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: IT Services and IT Consulting, Cybersecurity, Cloud & Big Data, Intelligence - **Target customers**: U.S. federal government (civilian, defense, and intelligence communities) - **Mission or purpose statement**: "AnaVation will provide innovative solutions to our customers, a culture that engages our employees, and unmatched value to both." ## Products & Services AnaVation delivers mission-critical services and solutions, primarily to the government, organized around key technical domains: - **Investigative & Intelligence Collection**: Analytical and processing services for mission support. - **Cloud & Big Data**: Engineering and architecture for secure cloud migration, data processing, and analytics. - **Full Spectrum Cyber**: Offensive and defensive cybersecurity, including architecture, engineering, and operations. - **Software & Systems Engineering**: Development of custom applications, systems integration, and lifecycle management. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not disclosed (Private company) - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue estimated between **$5M–$25M**. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Profile as a trusted partner to the U.S. federal government; partnership structure owned by founders/partners. - **Growth Signals**: - Headcount of approx. 151 employees (+4.4% YoY). - 2,432 LinkedIn followers (+20.1% yearly growth). - Named a **Washington Business Journal Best Places to Work winner for 11 consecutive years (2016–2026)**. - Strong talent pipeline from top defense contractors (Booz Allen Hamilton, Peraton, Leidos) and universities (George Mason University, University of Maryland). ## Competitive Advantages - **Deep Government Focus**: Specialized expertise in the "hard problems" of national security, intelligence, and defense. - "**Idea of the Possible**" Culture: Emphasizes high-trust relationships, innovation, and solving complex technical challenges for customers. - **Employee-Centric Model**: Founders focus on "taking care of employees and customers" as a core business philosophy. - **Long-Term Stability**: A proven track record over a decade, with consistent recognition as a top workplace. ## Strategic Focus - **Mission Success**: Continuously investing in "Innovation" and "Service Excellence" to solve customer challenges. - **Workforce Development**: Prioritizing employee growth, technical skill development, and certifications. - **Expanding Technical Capabilities**: Seeking talent in AI, cybersecurity, cloud engineering, and software development to meet evolving national security needs. ## Why Work Here - **Culture & Values**: Rated 4.6/5.0 on employer review sites (Work-Life: 4.7, Culture: 4.7). The culture is described as collaborative, mission-driven, and supportive. - **Work from Home / Remote**: Many roles are listed as **Full Time On-site** (e.g., Chantilly, VA; Huntsville, AL; Linthicum Heights, MD), with some **Hybrid** options available. - **Notable Perks**: - Generous company-funded medical coverage (100% dental and vision for employees and families). - 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting. - Paid training and certifications ("Life Long Learning"). - Career development programs and recognition (kudos, rewards, bonuses). - **Engineering Culture**: Focus on solving "hard problems" with a stimulating environment, time, and tools for excellence. ## Sources 1. [anavationllc.com - About](https://anavationllc.com/about/) 2. [anavationllc.com - Life at AnaVation](https://anavationllc.com/life-anavation/) 3. [anavationllc.com - Careers](https://anavationllc.com/careers/) 4. [LinkedIn – AnaVation LLC](https://linkedin.com/company/anavation-llc) 5. 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