CO-OPL-003 Partner Integration Planner

Provides specialized denial and deception operations and collection of cybersecurity information that may be used to develop intelligence.

Performs in-depth joint targeting and cybersecurity planning process. Gathers information and develops detailed Operational Plans and Orders supporting requirements. Conducts strategic and operational-level planning across the full range of operations for integrated information and cyberspace operations.

Works to advance cooperation across organizational or national borders between cyber operations partners. Aids the integration of partner cyber teams by providing guidance, resources, and collaboration to develop best practices and facilitate organizational support for achieving objectives in integrated cyber actions.

Knowledges 41

Code	Description	Work Roles
K0001	Knowledge of computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies.	52
K0002	Knowledge of risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk).	52
K0003	Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and ethics as they relate to cybersecurity and privacy.	52
K0004	Knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy principles.	52
K0005	Knowledge of cyber threats and vulnerabilities.	52
K0006	Knowledge of specific operational impacts of cybersecurity lapses.	52
K0108	Knowledge of concepts, terminology, and operations of a wide range of communications media (computer and telephone networks, satellite, fiber, wireless).	11
K0109	Knowledge of physical computer components and architectures, including the functions of various components and peripherals (e.g., CPUs, Network Interface Cards, data storage).	15
K0350	Knowledge of accepted organization planning systems.	3
K0362	Knowledge of attack methods and techniques (DDoS, brute force, spoofing, etc.).	9
K0377	Knowledge of classification and control markings standards, policies and procedures.	7
K0379	Knowledge of client organizations, including information needs, objectives, structure, capabilities, etc.	7
K0392	Knowledge of common computer/network infections (virus, Trojan, etc.) and methods of infection (ports, attachments, etc.).	9
K0395	Knowledge of computer networking fundamentals (i.e., basic computer components of a network, types of networks, etc.).	10
K0400	Knowledge of crisis action planning for cyber operations.	3
K0403	Knowledge of cryptologic capabilities, limitations, and contributions to cyber operations.	5
K0408	Knowledge of cyber actions (i.e. cyber defense, information gathering, environment preparation, cyber-attack) principles, capabilities, limitations, and effects.	3
K0411	Knowledge of cyber laws and legal considerations and their effect on cyber planning.	3
K0414	Knowledge of cyber operations support or enabling processes.	4
K0417	Knowledge of data communications terminology (e.g., networking protocols, Ethernet, IP, encryption, optical devices, removable media).	10
K0422	Knowledge of deconfliction processes and procedures.	3
K0431	Knowledge of evolving/emerging communications technologies.	11
K0432	Knowledge of existing, emerging, and long-range issues related to cyber operations strategy, policy, and organization.	3
K0435	Knowledge of fundamental cyber concepts, principles, limitations, and effects.	5
K0436	Knowledge of fundamental cyber operations concepts, terminology/lexicon (i.e., environment preparation, cyber-attack, cyber defense), principles, capabilities, limitations, and effects.	8
K0444	Knowledge of how Internet applications work (SMTP email, web-based email, chat clients, VOIP).	11
K0455	Knowledge of information security concepts, facilitating technologies and methods.	3
K0465	Knowledge of internal and external partner cyber operations capabilities and tools.	6
K0499	Knowledge of operations security.	8
K0501	Knowledge of organization cyber operations programs, strategies, and resources.	3
K0504	Knowledge of organization issues, objectives, and operations in cyber as well as regulations and policy directives governing cyber operations.	3
K0506	Knowledge of organization objectives, leadership priorities, and decision-making risks.	3
K0507	Knowledge of organization or partner exploitation of digital networks.	6
K0508	Knowledge of organization policies and planning concepts for partnering with internal and/or external organizations.	3
K0511	Knowledge of organizational hierarchy and cyber decision-making processes.	6
K0512	Knowledge of organizational planning concepts.	3
K0514	Knowledge of organizational structures and associated intelligence capabilities.	3
K0538	Knowledge of target and threat organization structures, critical capabilities, and critical vulnerabilities	3
K0585	Knowledge of the organizational structure as it pertains to full spectrum cyber operations, including the functions, responsibilities, and interrelationships among distinct internal elements.	3
K0598	Knowledge of the structure and intent of organization specific plans, guidance and authorizations.	6
K0599	Knowledge of the structure, architecture, and design of modern digital and telephony networks.	5

Skills 10

Code	Description	Work Roles
S0218	Skill in evaluating information for reliability, validity, and relevance.	8
S0249	Skill in preparing and presenting briefings.	8
S0296	Skill in utilizing feedback to improve processes, products, and services.	9
S0297	Skill in utilizing virtual collaborative workspaces and/or tools (e.g., IWS, VTCs, chat rooms, SharePoint).	7
S0185	Skill in applying analytical methods typically employed to support planning and to justify recommended strategies and courses of action.	3
S0186	Skill in applying crisis planning procedures.	3
S0213	Skill in documenting and communicating complex technical and programmatic information.	3
S0250	Skill in preparing plans and related correspondence.	5
S0326	Skill to distinguish between notional and actual resources and their applicability to the plan under development.	2
S0360	Skill to analyze and assess internal and external partner cyber operations capabilities and tools.	6

Abilities 16

Code	Description	Work Roles
A0013	Ability to communicate complex information, concepts, or ideas in a confident and well-organized manner through verbal, written, and/or visual means.	14
A0066	Ability to accurately and completely source all data used in intelligence, assessment and/or planning products.	12
A0070	Ability to apply critical reading/thinking skills.	9
A0089	Ability to function in a collaborative environment, seeking continuous consultation with other analysts and experts—both internal and external to the organization—to leverage analytical and technical expertise.	13
A0085	Ability to exercise judgment when policies are not well-defined.	9
A0082	Ability to effectively collaborate via virtual teams.	7
A0074	Ability to collaborate effectively with others.	6
A0067	Ability to adjust to and operate in a diverse, unpredictable, challenging, and fast-paced work environment.	3
A0068	Ability to apply approved planning development and staffing processes.	3
A0077	Ability to coordinate cyber operations with other organization functions or support activities.	4
A0081	Ability to develop or recommend planning solutions to problems and situations for which no precedent exists.	3
A0090	Ability to identify external partners with common cyber operations interests.	5
A0094	Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies, and guidance relevant to organization cyber objectives.	6
A0096	Ability to interpret and understand complex and rapidly evolving concepts.	4
A0098	Ability to participate as a member of planning teams, coordination groups, and task forces as necessary.	5
A0105	Ability to tailor technical and planning information to a customer’s level of understanding.	7

Tasks 34

Code	Description	Work Roles
T0571	Apply expertise in policy and processes to facilitate the development, negotiation, and internal staffing of plans and/or memorandums of agreement.	2
T0581	Assist and advise interagency partners in identifying and developing best practices for facilitating operational support to achievement of organization objectives.	3
T0582	Provide expertise to course of action development.	5
T0601	Collaborate with other team members or partner organizations to develop a diverse program of information materials (e.g., web pages, briefings, print materials).	2
T0627	Contribute to crisis action planning for cyber operations.	3
T0629	Contribute to the development, staffing, and coordination of cyber operations policies, performance standards, plans and approval packages with appropriate internal and/or external decision makers.	1
T0635	Coordinate with intelligence and cyber defense partners to obtain relevant essential information.	2
T0665	Develop or participate in the development of standards for providing, requesting, and/or obtaining support from external partners to synchronize cyber operations.	2
T0666	Develop or shape international cyber engagement strategies, policies, and activities to meet organization objectives.	1
T0669	Develop strategy and processes for partner planning, operations, and capability development.	1
T0670	Develop, implement, and recommend changes to appropriate planning procedures and policies.	3
T0671	Develop, maintain, and assess cyber cooperation security agreements with external partners.	1
T0699	Facilitate interactions between internal and external partner decision makers to synchronize and integrate courses of action in support of objectives.	2
T0700	Facilitate the sharing of “best practices” and “lessons learned” throughout the cyber operations community.	1
T0712	Identify and manage security cooperation priorities with external partners.	1
T0764	Provide subject matter expertise to planning efforts with internal and external cyber operations partners.	2
T0729	Inform external partners of the potential effects of new or revised policy and guidance on cyber operations partnering activities.	1
T0732	Integrate cyber planning/targeting efforts with other organizations.	2
T0739	Maintain relationships with internal and external partners involved in cyber planning or related areas.	3
T0747	Monitor and evaluate integrated cyber operations to identify opportunities to meet organization objectives.	2
T0759	Contribute to the review and refinement of policy, to include assessments of the consequences of endorsing or not endorsing such policy.	1
T0760	Provide subject matter expertise to planning teams, coordination groups, and task forces as necessary.	2
T0763	Conduct long-range, strategic planning efforts with internal and external partners in cyber activities.	4
T0766	Propose policy which governs interactions with external coordination groups.	1
T0772	Prepare for and provide subject matter expertise to exercises.	3
T0784	Provide cyber focused guidance and advice on intelligence support plan inputs.	2
T0787	Provide input for the development and refinement of the cyber operations objectives, priorities, strategies, plans, and programs.	2
T0795	Provide planning support between internal and external partners.	2
T0817	Serve as a conduit of information from partner teams by identifying subject matter experts who can assist in the investigation of complex or unusual situations.	1
T0818	Serve as a liaison with external partners.	1
T0823	Submit or respond to requests for deconfliction of cyber operations.	2
T0825	Synchronize cyber international engagement activities and associated resource requirements as appropriate.	1
T0826	Synchronize cyber portions of security cooperation plans.	1
T0836	Document lessons learned that convey the results of events and/or exercises.	3