PSYOP Capability Developer

Overview

LMI is seeking a PSYOP Capability Developer with a minimum of an active SECRET clearance and at least 3 years of demonstrated experience to support the United States Army Special Operations Command.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors-helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

This position requires an active Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

The PSYOP Capability Developer supports the modernization, integration, and resourcing of Psychological Operations (PSYOP) capabilities across U.S. Army Special Operations Command. The role focuses on identifying operational capability gaps, developing requirements, and synchronizing doctrine, organization, training, materiel, leadership and education, personnel, facilities, and policy (DOTMLPF-P) solutions to enhance USASOC's ability to conduct influence and information operations in support of Multi-Domain Operations (MDO).

The position requires close collaboration with operational PSYOP units, U.S. Army Special Operations Forces (ARSOF) enterprise stakeholders, joint and interagency partners, and the acquisition community to translate operational requirements into resourced programs, systems, and capabilities.

Capability Development and Requirements Integration

• Identify and assess capability gaps impacting ARSOF Psychological Operations missions across strategic, operational, and tactical levels.
• Develop and refine capability requirements aligned with USASOC priorities and Army modernization initiatives.
• Produce capability development documents including Initial Capability Documents (ICDs), Capability Development Documents (CDDs), and other requirements artifacts.

DOTMLPF-P Analysis

• Conduct DOTMLPF-P analysis to evaluate current PSYOP capabilities and identify modernization opportunities.
• Recommend integrated solutions across doctrine, training, materiel, and organizational structures to improve influence and information operations.

Program Integration and Resourcing

• Support the planning, programming, budgeting, and execution (PPBE) process for PSYOP modernization initiatives.
• Coordinate with USASOC G8, Army Futures Command, and Program Executive Offices to align capability requirements with funded programs.
• Assist in developing program objective memorandums (POM) and resourcing strategies.

Operational and Technical Integration

• Integrate emerging technologies into PSYOP capabilities including:
  
  • Data analytics and artificial intelligence
  • Information environment analysis tools
  • Digital influence platforms
  • Social media exploitation tools
  • Cyber-enabled influence capabilities
• Ensure PSYOP capabilities are aligned with joint and Army Multi-Domain Operations concepts.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting U.S. Special Operations Forces or Information Operations programs.
• Knowledge of capability development processes within the Department of Defense.
• Familiarity with DOTMLPF-P analysis and Army capability requirements development.
• Experience coordinating across operational units, acquisition organizations, and strategic stakeholders.
• Understanding of the information environment and influence operations.
• Active Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in Psychological Operations (PSYOP), Military Information Support Operations (MISO), Information Operations (IO), or influence activities.
• Experience with Army modernization processes including JCIDS and PPBE.
• Familiarity with data-driven influence operations, digital media analysis, or information warfare capabilities.
• Experience supporting Special Operations modernization initiatives.

Target Salary Range: $85,760 - $147,291

Disclaimer:

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.

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