Common Operational Picture (COP) & Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES) Manager

TL;DR

Common Operational Picture (COP) & Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES) Manager: Managing 24/7 operational activities to maintain situational awareness and enable rapid response across the INDOPACOM area of responsibility (AOR), with an accent on integrating command and control (C2) systems, supporting real-world crisis response, and ensuring timely intelligence and operational coordination. Focus on overseeing real-time monitoring of operations and intelligence, managing the integrity of COP and C2 systems, drafting operational orders, and preparing and delivering daily operational briefings to senior leadership.

Location: Onsite in Honolulu, HI, USA

Company

hirify.global enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions, providing thought leadership through independent analysis and delivering practical solutions.

What you will do

• Oversee real-time monitoring of operations and intelligence to ensure uninterrupted situational awareness.
• Manage the integrity, configuration, and reliability of COP and C2 systems (e.g., GCCS-J, CPOF, JADOCS, Palantir MSS).
• Draft, review, and disseminate operational orders (OPORDs, EXORDs, WARNORDs, FRAGORDs).
• Prepare and deliver daily operational briefings to senior leadership, including operational picture and threat assessments.
• Coordinate with subordinate units and U.S. government agencies to execute operations and ensure unity of effort.
• Provide timely updates and accurate reporting to the JOC Director and Operations Officer.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in National Security, Operations Management, Information Systems, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in joint/combined command operations, crisis action centers, or C2 management.
• Advanced proficiency with COP and C2 systems (e.g., GCCS-J, JADOCS, CPOF), including configuration and troubleshooting.
• Adept with Palantir MSS and other integrated AI platforms.
• Demonstrated experience drafting operational and execution orders and delivering executive-level briefings.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree and/or relevant command center experience.
• Experience in interagency/multinational information sharing or coalition operations.
• Familiarity with U.S. and allied operational reporting protocols.

Culture & Benefits

• hirify.global values collaboration, integrity, and initiative.
• The company is client focused in all that they do.
• Established for the purpose of public service and not for profit.
• Success is measured by the impact of service.
• Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, seeking individuals from broad backgrounds.