(514) Influence, Deception, and Perception Management Activities Staff Officer V

Company Summary

Arlo Solutions (Arlo) is an information technology consulting services company that specializes in delivering technology solutions. Our reputation reflects the high quality of the talented Arlo Solutions team and the consultants working in partnership with our customers. Our mission is to understand and meet the needs of both our customers and consultants by delivering quality, value-added solutions. Our solutions are designed and managed to not only reduce costs, but to improve business processes, accelerate response time, improve services to end-users, and give our customers a competitive edge, now and into the future. 

Position Overview 

The Influence, Deception, and Perception Management Activities Staff Officer V will work as a contractor to support the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Intelligence and Security (OUSD(I&S)) Sensitive Activities & Special Programs (SASP).  

Work Location: Pentagon, Arlington, VA

Clearance:  TS/SCI Clearance

Job Responsibilities and/or Success Factors

Strategy Development and Implementation:

• Develop and implement comprehensive strategies and plans for DoW influence, deception, and perception management-related operations, activities, and investments.


• Ensure alignment of strategies with broader DoW objectives and policies. 

Oversight and Governance:

• Assist leadership in conducting oversight and governance, including staff assistance visits and compliance inspections, for influence, deception, and perception management-related operations.


• Ensure adherence to DoW standards and best practices in all related activities. 

Policy and Coordination:

• Develop and coordinate staff packages with time-sensitive requirements to enable DoW influence, deception, and perception management-related operations.


• Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure cohesive policy development and implementation. 

Reporting and Communication: 

• Produce and disseminate detailed reports and briefings on influence, deception, and perception management-related operations for Congress and Senior Executive Branch officials.


• Communicate strategic objectives and operational outcomes effectively to key stakeholders. 

Program Management:

• Manage and oversee the execution of influence, deception, and perception management programs, ensuring effective resource allocation and programmatic success.


• Identify opportunities for program enhancement and drive continuous improvement initiatives. 

Education and Minimum Qualifications 

• Must be a US Citizen with an active TS/SCI Clearance.


• Master’s Degree


• Minimum of 15 years of experience with policy development, program oversight, guidance, capabilities development, or resourcing requirements within the Department of War.


• Minimum of 15 years of experience in an influence, information operations, or deception position within the DoW or Intelligence Community.


• Strong strategic, analytical, and communication skills. 


• Proven ability to manage complex programs and lead teams in a high-stakes environment.


• Demonstrated expertise in influence, deception, and perception management strategies. 

AAP Statement

We are proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, we evaluate qualified candidates in full consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other protected status.