Job Title: Joint Interface Control Officer

Job Category: Intelligence

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:

As a Joint Interface Control Officer (JICO) supporting the SCOPES Program at USSOUTHCOM, you will support the Joint Task Force–Western Hemisphere (JTF-WHEM) JDN Cell as a lead technical advisor for Joint Tactical Data Link (TDL) operations and Joint Domain Network (JDN) integration. You will plan, coordinate, and manage Multi-TDL Architecture (MTA) to enable secure, reliable, and interoperable command and control (C2) communications among U.S., coalition, and partner nation forces. Your expertise will ensure the effective integration of tactical data links, optimize network performance, and provide commanders with the situational awareness and decision advantage required to support multi-domain operations.

Responsibilities

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• Plan, establish, manage, and maintain Joint Tactical Data Link (TDL) and Multi-TDL Architecture (MTA) networks supporting theater-level command and control operations.

• Coordinate with Joint, Service, coalition, and partner nation stakeholders to ensure interoperability, resolve interface conflicts, and optimize tactical data link performance.

• Develop and maintain Tactical Data Link requirements, Information Exchange Requirements (IERs), Interface Control Plans (ICPs), and supporting operational documentation.

• Provide technical expertise on Link-16, Link 22, Mode 5 IFF, MADL, TTNT, C2BMC, GCCS, JRE, ADSI, Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), and other tactical data link systems.

• Support operational planning, exercises, and real-world operations by integrating tactical data link capabilities into Joint Domain Network (JDN) architectures.

• Monitor network performance, identify interoperability issues, and recommend corrective actions to maintain reliable and resilient C2 communications.

• Advise senior leaders on tactical data link architecture, emerging capabilities, cryptographic modernization, and best practices to enhance multi-domain operational effectiveness.

Qualifications

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Required:

• Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.

• 8+ years of experience serving as a mid-level or senior staff officer supporting Combatant Commands, Joint Task Forces, Service Component Headquarters, or equivalent operational headquarters with Tactical Data Links (TDLs) and theater-level command and control architectures.

• Demonstrated expertise in Multi-TDL Architecture (MTA), Link-16, Link 22, Mode 5 IFF, MADL, TTNT, C2BMC, GCCS, JRE, ADSI, Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), and related tactical data link systems.

• Experience developing TDL architectures, Information Exchange Requirements (IERs), interface control documentation, and joint or coalition interoperability solutions.

Desired:

• JID-TC Joint Interface Control Officer certifications (JT-101, JT-102, JT-201).

• Joint Domain Network (JDN) training or certifications (JDN-102, JDN-201).

• Experience supporting multinational operations, joint exercises, and theater-level command and control integration within a Combatant Command environment.

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

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There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$82,100-$172,400

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.