Continuity of Operations - Co-op

Overview

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.

The COOP Specialist will provide technical and programmatic support to ensure continuity of operations (COOP) planning, assessment, and implementation across an intelligence agency enterprise. The role supports evaluation of DoD and IC efforts for COOP, analyzing their impact on client systems and mission resilience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of COOP-related initiatives to determine implications for client systems and operations.

• Support the review and evaluation of strategic direction for systems participating in COOP architectures.

• Advise leadership on COOP best practices, compliance standards, and risk mitigation approaches.

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to align COOP strategies across the enterprise.

• Develop briefings, reports, and recommendations for leadership and mission owners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, emergency management, or related discipline.

• Experience supporting continuity of operations planning, assessments, or exercises for DoD or IC customers.

• Familiarity with COOP policies, directives, and architectures (e.g., FCD-1, DoDI 3020 series).

• Strong analytical and communication skills, with ability to interface with senior government stakeholders.

• Must possess a TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

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.   

The target salary range for this position is up to $155,000.

Applicants must meet eligibility requirements for a U.S. Government security clearance. Only US Citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, LMI will only consider applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances, due to the nature of the work.