Joint Information Advantage Intern

Description

Joint Information Advantage Intern (JIA-I)

Primary Location: Ft. Bragg, NC?

Must be a U.S Citizen

Security Clearance:?Secret  

Job Summary / Description

Are you interested in supporting some of the nation's most capable military professionals while contributing to a mission of national importance? Join Obsidian Solutions Group (OSG) and help prepare U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF) and other military personnel for operations in complex and evolving environments. Obsidian Solutions Group is seeking an experienced Special Operations Forces (SOF) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the development, coordination, and execution of specialized training, exercises, and operational support programs for the United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC), Marine Forces Special Operations Command (MARSOC), their subordinate units, and other Department of Defense (DoD) organizations. The Joint Information Advantage (JIA) Intern / Subject Matter Expert (SME) serves as an operational advisor, instructor, and training development specialist, leveraging SOF experience to integrate advanced research, analysis, and information exploitation capabilities into military planning, training, and operational environments. Working in coordination with the Joint Information Advantage Program Lead (JIA-PL), unit operations and training personnel, curriculum developers, and fellow instructors, the JIA Intern/SME supports the Joint Network Analysis & Targeting (JNAT), Joint Specialized Instruction and Training Support (JSITS), and JIA programs. The position contributes to the design, development, execution, and assessment of individual and collective training, ensuring instructional programs remain aligned with operational requirements, command priorities, and mission readiness objectives. The JIA Intern will receive specialized training and instructor qualification in applicable JNAT methodologies to support course delivery, training and exercise integration, as we as pre-deployment and operational training requirements. The position applies established instructional development methodologies, including the Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement, and Evaluate (ADDIE) model, alongside Agile project management principles to support curriculum development, instructional effectiveness, and continuous program improvement. 

Specific Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Joint Information Advantage Program Lead (JIA-PL), unit Operations and Training Chiefs, course managers, instructors, and analysts to develop, execute, and improve training programs aligned with operational requirements.  
• Support the planning, development, execution, and assessment of individual, staff, and collective training events across the JNAT, JSITS, and JIA programs.  
• Apply SOF and Conventional Force operational experience and subject matter expertise to integrate research, analysis, and information exploitation methodologies into military planning, training, and exercise environments.  
• Conduct classroom instruction, practical exercises, and field-based training in support of SOF and joint military organizations.  
• Complete required instructor qualification and standardization training to support the delivery of JTOSR, JNAT, and applicable JIA courses.  
• Collaborate with unit leadership, students, instructors, and subject matter experts to identify training requirements, operational capability gaps, and mission-specific learning objectives.  
• Support curriculum development and instructional design activities, including the preparation and refinement of lesson plans, instructional materials, practical exercises, and student evaluations.  
• Apply established instructional design methodologies, including ADDIE, to evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements to instructional programs.  
• Conduct assessments of student performance, instructional effectiveness, and training outcomes to support continuous program improvement.  
• Provide operational expertise and instructional support during training exercises, mission planning activities, and other events requiring specialized SOF knowledge.  
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure training programs remain aligned with applicable policies, regulations, operational requirements, and established quality assurance standards.  
• Participate in planning meetings, coordination activities, and customer briefings at Fort Bragg, Camp Lejeune, and other locations as required 

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of professional experience supporting Special Operations Forces (SOF) organizations in operational, analytical, training, or exercise environments. Qualifying experience may include military service, government civilian employment, or contractor support.  
• Demonstrated experience conducting or supporting Open-Source Research (OSR), Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT), or related Publicly Available Information (PAI) research and analysis in support of military or government operations.  
• Working knowledge of SOF organizational structures, operational planning processes, mission requirements, and information-related capabilities.  
• Experience supporting the planning, execution, or assessment of military operations, training events, or exercises.  
• Ability to integrate research and analytical findings into operational planning, decision-making, and mission support activities.  
• Familiarity with military instructional methodologies, training development processes, or adult learning principles.  
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex operational and technical concepts effectively to military, government, and contractor audiences.  
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in dynamic operational environments.  

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior military service in the 37-series Psychological Operations (PSYOP) career field, particularly with operational experience supporting Army and Joint Special Operations Forces.  
• Prior military service in the 38-series Civil Affairs (CA) or 18-series Special Forces (SF) career fields.  
• Extensive civilian or contractor experience directly supporting US Army, Marine Corps, USASOC, MARSOC, JSOC, or other SOF organizations.  
• Experience conducting OSR/OSINT in support of SOF operational planning, information-related capabilities, or mission execution.  
• Familiarity with applicable OSR/OSINT authorities, policies, oversight requirements, and operational risk management practices.  
• Experience serving as a military instructor, Operations and Training Chief, course manager, curriculum developer, or operational SME.  
• Familiarity with the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP), Joint Planning Process (JPP), or other military operational planning frameworks.  
• Experience developing or evaluating military Programs of Instruction (POIs), lesson plans, practical exercises, and student assessments.  
• Familiarity with the ADDIE instructional design model and Agile project management methodologies.  
• Experience supporting joint or multinational military operations.  
• Current Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) eligibility. 

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Garrison?work environment including but not limited to:? 
• routine field/tactical environments? 
• occasional extended working hours will be required? 
• schedule: M-F 0700 to 1700?normal some reverse operations may occur 

Travel

• Domestic travel may be required for training and program coordination. 
• Up to 15-25% 

Company Description

Obsidian Solutions Group LLC (OSG) is a fast-growing professional services firm based in Fredericksburg, VA. We create value for our customers by delivering technology-enabled & mission-oriented technical solutions that solve complex problems, protecting people, information, and assets. Our core capabilities are in providing Enterprise IT, Intelligence Analysis, Production & Development and Knowledge-Based Professional Services Solutions that enable the customer’s mission. Obsidian Solutions Group LLC is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business.

A career at Obsidian Solutions Group means you are able to put your expertise, credentials, and talents to great use working with customers in the DOD and Intelligence Community, while enjoying the excitement of working in a fast-growing organization committed to making a difference for our customers and in our community. Contribute independently and collaboratively alongside our amazing team of doers and thinkers. Obsidian Solutions Group is small enough to offer a family atmosphere yet large enough to deliver a highly competitive compensation package. We hire and retain the best in the industry, offering exceptional benefits that protect the well-being of our employees, their spouses and domestic partners, and their families.

Our corporate philosophy is centered on hiring and retaining employees with the requisite skills, professional experience, personal commitment, and ethical standards necessary to foster a culture of operational excellence necessary to surpass our customer’s expectations.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Obsidian Solutions Group is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, protected veteran status, and any other non-merit factor, or any other characteristic protected by law.