Defensive Cyberspace Operations Advisor - Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Opportunity (Part-Time): Defensive Cyberspace Operations Advisor - Subject Matter Expert (SME) Bottom Line Up Front: Hoplite Group is seeking an experienced Defensive Cyberspace Operations (DCO) Advisor to support a U.S. Government advising effort focused on the U.S. European Command (USEUCOM) Area of Responsibility (AOR). The advisor will assess partner-nation cyber defense capabilities, operational readiness, and institutional gaps and recommend practical improvements to mission assurance and sustained defensive cyberspace operations. Location: Remote support (CONUS) and forward engagements (OCONUS) as part of a U.S Government advising effort. Level of Effort: ​​​​​​​Non-Travel months: Approximately 20-30 hours of remote monthly support. OCONUS Engagement months: Approximately 80–100 hours/month Travel: Anticipate quarterly OCONUS engagements, Initial travel anticipated January 2027 Availability: Immediate Objective: Strengthen partner nation's ability to translate defense strategy into operationally relevant cyber missions and plans, integrate defensive cyber operations (DCO) into all-domain operations, and develop the institutions needed to generate and sustain those capabilities. Assist partner nation in drafting cyber policy and doctrine. Advisor Responsibilities: Assess partner-nation defensive cyberspace operations capabilities, processes, organizational structures, and operational readiness. Examine how DCO capabilities are integrated into joint and all-domain operat