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The Commercial Strategy Operations Manager SETA will work as part of an exciting team to provide expert business, technology advancement, and commercialization support in a demanding, and fast-paced professional services environment. Primary objectives are to deliver operations management support to the Commercial Strategy program and successfully serve DARPA’s mission. The successful candidate will be an experienced pipeline operations manager in dual-use technologies, and exhibit a deep commitment to advancing national and economic security. Work closely with Commercial Strategy's leadership and DARPA's Technical offices, PMs, and other various stakeholder to build a strong commercialization pipeline and support ongoing commercialization efforts. Responsibilities include: Program...
The System Administrator implements technical controls to support the Cybersecurity Program, which ensures secure operations in network and computing environments at various classification levels. The System Administrator is also responsible for providing mentorship and guidance for junior system administrators troubleshooting and performing end-user support services for classified systems. In this role, you will report to the Operations Manager while designing, building, installing and configuring physical and virtual servers/systems, virus updates, patching, maintenance, and performance tuning. As the System Administrator, you will be expected to collaborate with team members to develop creative, secure, and innovative solutions for complex technical issues. You will also support...
SPA seeks a passionate and dedicated professional interested in providing technical, data-driven support combined with strategy-informed operations research analysis. The ideal candidate will have a passion for solving challenging, unstructured, and time-critical problems in both leadership and supporting roles. The candidate will participate in analyses, assessments, and workshops that integrate technical, operational, and programmatic aspects across various elements of the Department of Defense. Will support cross-functional, high-performance teams conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis, including wargaming, to inform decision makers at the highest levels of the government, including the Secretary of Defense, Congress, and the White House. Candidates can expect to manage...
The candidate will apply a strong technical background and a proactive attitude in support of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), and will be motivated to learn DARPA process, procedures, and culture; passionate about advanced R&D; and have strong communications and presentation skills. Utilize technical skills to understand the complex problems associated with DARPA programs, while simultaneously providing the necessary management support to execute the day-to-day requirements. The candidate will support periodic (monthly or bi-weekly) performer assessments to analyze programmatic, technical, and schedule risks; assist in the development of risk mitigation strategies; and communicate findings to the Program Manager. Assist with program administration, including...
The Analyst will serve as a senior strategic advisor and trusted agent for a high profile client organization, focusing on rigorous efforts to strengthen the submarine manufacturing and sustainment industrial base, with a focus on understanding and assessing engagement with Australian industrial base stakeholders. The Analyst will apply expert level familiarity with defense manufacturing, shipbuilding programs, strategic planning and international engagement to help identify, develop, and execute new strategies and initiatives to support submarine and mairtime industrial base development. In this role, you will navigate complex stakeholder relationships across government and private industry, manage standup and execution of new initiatives, perform detailed analysis of industrial base...
The candidate will support the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in addressing scientific and technical frameworks for investments in high-risk, high-reward research and development (R&D) projects. The candidate will assist Tactical Technology Office (TTO) executive leadership and program managers in developing and initiating new efforts, and in overseeing subsequent project execution and transition. A key element of this is proactive communication, both written and oral, with key stakeholders. The candidate is expected to function as part of a strongly collaborative scientific and technical team, but also to act independently to complete time-critical tasks. Tasks include scientific and technical analysis, development of broadly understandable explanatory documentation...
We are seeking a dedicated Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) analyst with at least 3 years of experience to provide support to the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Integrated Combat Systems Department (V). MBSE analysts will apply MBSE principles and tools to create models that communicate complex system concepts and support the system design and engineering process. You must have the ability to work from NSWC Dahlgren 3-4 days per week on average.
- Apply best practices to support financial plans and policies, accounting practices, and procedures. - Create new program forecasts and EACs. - Manage financial structure/revenue setup for and attend internal project kick-off meetings. - Develop and maintain customer financial reports and deliverables. - Assist with cash flow by approving expenses, ensuring invoices are submitted to clients in a timely manner, and analyzing the DSO to look for ways to improve processes and procedures. - Work with the Division Business Manager to track and report cost, revenue, and profits, as well as conducting monthly variance analysis on actuals. - Participate in the development and maintenance of an annual waterfall to include active programs and pipeline opportunities. - Manage and...
With minimal supervision, the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) maintains day-to-day Cybersecurity posture and continuous monitoring of classified information systems. The ISSM conducts reviews and technical inspections to identify and mitigate potential security weaknesses and ensure that all security features applied to a system are implemented and functional. In this role, you will report to the CISO while preparing and maintaining security Assessment and Authorization (A&A) documentation, performing audits, leading incident response activities, interfacing with Government personnel, and maintaining a thorough understanding of NIST 800-53 controls and other Government directed actions. As the ISSM, you will be expected to collaborate with SPA and Government members to...
About the Position Prospective canditates must contribute, participate, and assist with identifying issues, opportunities for improvement, efficiencies, and/or innovation, recommended plans and assist in the execution of approved approaches. Key duties associated with this position include but are not limited to the following:- Ensure all assigned actions are completed and disseminated to appropriate personnel within timelines and track/account for all actions and taskers using an acceptable method approved by the customer.- Develop on-the-job training for government personnel focused on talent management disciplines as determined by the customer.- Facilitate contracting and acquisition training offerings with external organizations.- Schedule candidate interviews to include...
SPA seeks a Senior Executive Assistant who can work on high-visibility or mission critical aspects of programs and perform all functional duties independently. Will provide direct support to client SES. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting more senior positions and/or performing functional duties under the oversight of more senior positions. The candidate will also provide support for various administrative functions for the client's Chief of Staff, who is responsible for all administrative functions across the client's organization. The candidate will manage and track internal and external taskers; manage and coordinate executive leaders and/or team calendars; arrange and coordinate travel, and facilitate preparation for travel authorizations and vouchers;...
The candidate will provide support to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with contract financial analysis, portfolio coordination, and Federal planning, programming, budget, and execution (PPBE) support. Will work collaboratively and independently with the SPA team, our clients, and their partners/stakeholders to provide program and financial analysis support with experience working with complex data sets, process development, and project management to support the development of communications materials, and assisting in the preparation of documents such as responses to leadership briefings, senior level engagements, and internal briefings. Manage Contract portfolio to support the work of the National Risk Management Center (NRMC) as a whole. Maintain and update contract workbooks...
The successful candidate will provide support to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with contract financial analysis, portfolio coordination, and Federal planning, programming, budget, and execution (PPBE). Will be expected to work collaboratively and independently with the SPA team, our clients, and their partners/stakeholders to provide program and financial analysis support with experience working with complex data sets, process development, and project management to support the development of communications materials. Assist in the preparation of documents such as responses to leadership briefings, senior-level engagements, and internal briefings. Manage contract portfolio to support the work of the National Risk Management Center (NRMC) as a whole. Maintain and update contract...
Provide support for various secretarial and administrative functions for CBP customer Front Office to assist with the effective running of office functions. Assist with reception responsibilities, answering phones, greeting visitors, and following relevant security, sign-in, and escort procedures. Maintain meeting room schedules, assist with meeting set-up/breakdown (which may include assistance with food/beverage set-up) as well as clean up. Perform a wide variety of general clerical work, including production, photocopying, filing, scanning, and mailings from inception to completion. Maintain inventory of office supplies and keep common office areas clean and stocked with supplies--this includes copy/supply/mail areas, pantries, conference rooms, meeting rooms, huddle rooms, and all...
The Monitioring and Compliance Analyst will support the Department of Energy's Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC) with technical and program support services for Economic Security and Global Investments (ESGI) mission to ensure investments are free of Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) vulnerabilities and influence. The analyst will provide technical and program support to ESGI in overseeing continuous monitoring of MESC awarded funds and work with stakeholders to ensure the terms and conditions of the awards are met; establish workflows and develop standard operating procedures for open source continuous-monitoring capabilities; coordinate with MESC General Counsel and relevant stakeholders to outline and support the establishment of a legal framework for continuous...
In-depth demonstrated experience commensurate with the designated level in the following areas: Responsible for assisting in documenting and refinement of CONOPs by considering capabilities and tools delivered to Combat Mission Teams assigned to Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ-C) and identify potential deficiencies or Operations Security (OPSEC) concerns for review. You will utilize current CMT Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) or propose modifications or new TTPs for adoption, to ensure access vectors are able to be utilized. Work with units to understand and recommend possible OCAs for operations, capturing the expected outcomes, limitations, and extent of those operations. Use and assist in the design of cyber target representative networks to effectively assess the...
We are seeking a smart, energetic, and dedicated individual who is actively pursuing a Master’s or Ph.D. degree in data science, computer science, or related technical discipline to work alongside an SPA mentor in support of DTRA Research & Development programs concerning Nuclear Technologies. The successful intern will be a quick learner and key contributor to analysis, projects, presentations, and discussions. This position is for the Detection Division, which has portfolios that include detection, radiacs, handheld and remote sensors, communication gear, some virtual reality, operational testing of new technologies, and AI/ML efforts. This internship is primarily in office work with occasional telework allowed. Timeline for this job opportunity: We are currently accepting...
We are seeking a smart, energetic, and dedicated individual who is either an advanced undergraduate (declared major) or actively pursuing a Masters or PhD degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, CS, or a related field to work alongside an SPA mentor in support of data/algorithm development and analysis for DTRA Research & Development programs. The successful intern will be a quick learner and key contributor to analysis, projects, presentations and discussions. This internship is primarily in office work with occasional telework allowed. Timeline for this job opportunity: We are currently accepting applications for this paid internship and will make offers contingent on the ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance for a summer 2025 start date.
Data Exploitation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are essential elements of NATO’s digital transformation, enabling faster, data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency. These technologies are crucial for building a more adaptive and responsive NATO, ready to meet the challenges of Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) and a rapidly evolving security landscape. As NATO's command dedicated to future warfare, SACT leads efforts to explore, develop, and integrate latest technologies into military capabilities to transform the Alliance. NATO has recognized wargaming as a critical enabler for future warfare development. It is essential for planning and decision-making, simulating complex military scenarios to provide strategic, operational, and tactical insights. Allied Command...
We are seeking a smart, energetic, and dedicated individual who is actively pursuing a Masters or PhD degree in Particle or Nuclear Physics to work alongside an SPA mentor in support of DTRA Research & Development program concerning fundamental research into space weather and radiation environments. The successful intern will be a quick learner and key contributor to analysis, projects, presentations, technical reports, and discussions. This internship is primarily in office work with occasional telework allowed. Timeline for this job opportunity: We are currently accepting applications for this paid internship and will make offers contingent on the ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance for a summer 2025 start date.