ABOUT THE TEAM:
Anduril’s Manufacturing Digital Tools & Procedures is seeking a Digital Tools Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. The Manufacturing Digital Tools and Procedures team plays a pivotal role in optimizing manufacturing operations through the implementation and management of procedures and advanced digital solutions. The team ensures that manufacturing processes are efficient, scalable, and integrated with the latest industry standards.

ABOUT THE JOB:
As a Digital Tools Manufacturing Engineer (Business Analyst) you will be involved in the internal deployment and adoption of Anduril’s ProductionOS manufacturing software solutions. The right person for this role has strong technical and analytical skills that can be applied and implemented in a real world environment to drive outcomes for the business.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Work with manufacturing and software leadership to develop and implement novel manufacturing software strategies that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of manufacturing software roadmap with overall business objectives.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices to keep our manufacturing processes at the cutting edge.
• Drive adoption of manufacturing software solutions across the company, and own the feedback loop between the users and the developers.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of manufacturing software standard instructions and best practices.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Software Engineering, User Experience Design, or related field.
• Proven experience in a digital manufacturing environment, including familiarity with MES, ERP, PLM systems and how they interface with each other and with operations.
• High sense of user empathy and the ability to manage and communicate with stakeholders.
• Ability to quickly understand current operations and potential issues on the product line and can speak the language.
• Strength working with manufacturing leadership to conceptualize solutions and gain / understand requirements
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying complex information in an understandable manner.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and lead cross-functional projects.
• Adept at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian NV2 Security Clearance.

ABOUT THE TEAM:
Anduril’s Manufacturing Digital Tools & Procedures is seeking a Digital Tools Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. The Manufacturing Digital Tools and Procedures team plays a pivotal role in optimizing manufacturing operations through the implementation and management of procedures and advanced digital solutions. The team ensures that manufacturing processes are efficient, scalable, and integrated with the latest industry standards.

ABOUT THE JOB:
As a Digital Tools Manufacturing Engineer you will be involved in the internal deployment and adoption of Anduril’s ProductionOS manufacturing software solutions. The right person for this role has strong technical and analytical skills that can be applied and implemented in a real world environment to drive outcomes for the business.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Work with manufacturing and software leadership to develop and implement novel manufacturing software strategies that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of manufacturing software roadmap with overall business objectives.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices to keep our manufacturing processes at the cutting edge.
• Drive adoption of manufacturing software solutions across the company, and own the feedback loop between the users and the developers.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of manufacturing software standard instructions and best practices.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Software Engineering, User Experience Design, or related field.
• Proven experience in a digital manufacturing environment, including familiarity with MES, ERP, PLM systems and how they interface with each other and with operations.
• High sense of user empathy and the ability to manage and communicate with stakeholders.
• Ability to quickly understand current operations and potential issues on the product line and can speak the language.
• Strength working with manufacturing leadership to conceptualize solutions and gain / understand requirements
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying complex information in an understandable manner.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and lead cross-functional projects.
• Adept at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian NV2 Security Clearance.

White Pine Innovations is part of the Seneca Nation Group (SNG) portfolio of companies. SNG is Seneca Holdings’ federal government contracting business that meets mission-critical needs of federal civilian, defense, and intelligence community customers. Our portfolio comprises multiple subsidiaries that participate in the Small Business Administration 8(a) program. To learn more about SNG, visit the website and follow us on LinkedIn.

Our team of talented individuals is what makes us successful. To support our team, we provide a balanced mix of benefits and programs. Your total rewards package includes competitive pay, benefits, and perks, flexible work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and performance and recognition programs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, voluntary benefit programs (critical illness, hospital, and accident), health savings and flexible spending accounts, and retirement 401K plan. One of our fundamental principles is to offer competitive health and welfare benefits to our team members, providing coverage and care for you and your family. Full-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefits and paid leave programs.  We pride ourselves on our collaborative work environment and culture, which embraces our mission of providing financial and non-financial benefits back to the members of the Seneca Nation.

White Pine Innovations is looking to hire a Contract Specialist to support our Department of Defense customer in Alexandria, VA. 

The Contract Specialist serves as one of several contract specialists responsible for conducting highly specialized highly specialized, mission-critical procurements for DoD. This position provides SME-level support across pre-award and post-award contracting functions for complex, non-standard acquisitions—ensuring technical, financial, and regulatory compliance from solicitation through closeout.

Roles & Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Serves as Non-Government Advisor to Contracting Officers, Specialists, or Division
• Ability to manage the full contract lifecycle for complex systems and R&D programs, from acquisition planning through closeout
• Develops acquisition packages: requirements, market research, cost estimates, SOW/specs, strategy
• Prepares/issues solicitations; validate sole-source approvals
• Coordinates technical reviews, audits, and pre-award surveys
• Assesses proposals for compliance and cost/price reasonableness
• Performs cost/price analysis and support/lead negotiations
• Supports or recommend contract awards
• Monitors performance, schedule, deliverables; resolve issues
• Interprets terms; ensures compliance across lifecycle
• Assists with closeout/termination and settlement review
• Supports protests and claims
• Procures for R&D/test/production: services, materials, specialized equipment

Basic Requirements:

• S. Citizen with current or ability to obtain DoD Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in business, contracting, acquisition, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of government acquisition and contracts experience with full lifecycle expertise across complex programs
• Expertise in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) including acquisition planning, source selection, and contract negotiation across multiple contract types (including cost-reimbursement and incentive-based)
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Overhaul and Executive Order 14275
• Experience supporting federal procurement or contract administration
• Ability to perform price/cost analysis and support negotiations
• Familiarity with acquisition lifecycle (pre-award through closeout)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Desired training certs:

• Level II Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification
• Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) certification through the National Contract Management Association (NCMA)

White Pine Innovations is part of the Seneca Nation Group (SNG) portfolio of companies. SNG is Seneca Holdings’ federal government contracting business that meets mission-critical needs of federal civilian, defense, and intelligence community customers. Our portfolio comprises multiple subsidiaries that participate in the Small Business Administration 8(a) program. To learn more about SNG, visit the website and follow us on LinkedIn.

Our team of talented individuals is what makes us successful. To support our team, we provide a balanced mix of benefits and programs. Your total rewards package includes competitive pay, benefits, and perks, flexible work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and performance and recognition programs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, voluntary benefit programs (critical illness, hospital, and accident), health savings and flexible spending accounts, and retirement 401K plan. One of our fundamental principles is to offer competitive health and welfare benefits to our team members, providing coverage and care for you and your family. Full-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefits and paid leave programs.  We pride ourselves on our collaborative work environment and culture, which embraces our mission of providing financial and non-financial benefits back to the members of the Seneca Nation.

White Pine Innovations is looking to hire a Junior Contract Specialist to support our Department of Defense customer in Alexandria, VA. 

The Junior Contract Specialist serves as one of several contract specialists responsible for conducting highly specialized highly specialized, mission-critical procurements for DoD. This position provides specialized support across pre-award and post-award contracting functions for complex, non-standard acquisitions—ensuring technical, financial, and regulatory compliance from solicitation through closeout.

Roles & Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Serves as Non-Government Advisor to Contracting Officers, Specialists, or Division
• Supports a broad variety of acquisition and contract management related tasks
• Develops acquisition packages: requirements, market research, cost estimates, SOW/specs, strategy
• Prepares/issues solicitations; validate sole-source approvals
• Coordinates technical reviews, audits, and pre-award surveys
• Assesses proposals for compliance and cost/price reasonableness
• Performs cost/price analysis and support/lead negotiations
• Supports or recommend contract awards
• Supports the management of contracts: modifications, options, documentation
• Monitors performance, schedule, deliverables; resolve issues
• Interprets terms; ensures compliance across lifecycle
• Assists with closeout/termination and settlement review
• Supports protests and claims
• Procures for R&D/test/production: services, materials, specialized equipment

Basic Requirements:

• S. Citizen with current or ability to obtain DoD Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in business, contracting, acquisition, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of government acquisition experience with full lifecycle expertise across complex programs
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and contracting principles
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Overhaul and Executive Order 14275
• Experience supporting federal procurement or contract administration (internship or entry-level acceptable)
• Ability to perform price/cost analysis and support negotiations
• Familiarity with acquisition lifecycle (pre-award through closeout)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Desired training certs:

• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification
• Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) certification through the National Contract Management Association (NCMA)

At Anduril we are developing multi-domain unmanned systems that will leverage unsupervised autonomy for the delivery of integrated multi-mission capability to our customers. These projects require Integration and Test Engineers with hands-on experience to drive the delivery of hardware-focused capabilities to our customers. Anduril I&T Engineers rapidly develop expertise in new domains in order to architect, design, deliver, support, and evolve next generation capabilities through the entire product life-cycle.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Work within a dynamic team of multidisciplinary engineers and specialists throughout the life of AUV design, integration, and test efforts
• Support design and integration of AUV subsystems and components, including electrical systems and software
• Develop, build and operate physical integration environments to support system maturity efforts
• Write software to automate testing of hardware and software systems, including test frameworks and data analysis tools
• Debug and troubleshoot electrical and software integration issues
• Write, review and execute test plans for internal and customer-facing efforts to test and evaluate AUV platforms and new capabilities
• Provides subject matter expertise to test operations for AUV platforms, including conducting pre-mission testing, vehicle tasking, and data analysis
• Support infield debug, repair, operation, and maintenance of AUVs
• May be in the field up to 20% of the time, supporting nearshore and offshore testing

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A genuine interest and 4+ years experience in software, mechatronic, electrical or systems engineering, with a focus on integration and test
• Proficiency in software development for test automation and data analysis
• Strong experience with Linux, command line interfaces and network debugging
• Knowledge of electronics troubleshooting and hands-on experience using test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes and logic analysers
• Familiarity with embedded systems, sensor integration, or robotics control concepts
• Familiarity with concepts of mechanical engineering and control theory
• Extremely organised and detail-oriented with strong analytical problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
• Experience with subsea operational procedures and equipment (including AUV launch and recovery systems) is advantageous, as is vehicle level testing (any domain)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a NV2 Security Clearance

ABOUT THE ROLE:
As our team continues to quickly grow, we are looking for motivated candidates that are inspired to work within an extremely energetic, creative, and innovative team that is passionate about subsea robotics and exploring the open ocean. We work in a highly dynamic environment where collaboration and idea sharing are a way of life.

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Manufacturing Engineer Team, working in a cutting-edge start-up environment to advance the state-of-the-possible in factory, equipment, and process execution. This is an ideal role for an individual with broad experience and passion for mechanical design and design for manufacturing. The ideal candidate will seek continuous improvement opportunities in both the physical and data space, gaining broad experience within an advanced production environment by designing production fixtures to help the technicians execute build processes efficiently as well as working closely with manufacturing and design engineers to improve product manufacturability.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Own the physical design, prototyping and fabrication of Production equipment.
• Develop novel tooling solutions for fabrication and assembly of structural parts.
• Perform detailed mechanical designs including 3D modelling and 2D drawing creation using NX whilst adhering to engineering standards.
• Select appropriate materials (metals, polymers, composites) based on mechanical properties, environmental conditions (including marine/corrosive environments), cost constraints, and manufacturing processes.
• Execute engineering calculations from first principles (example: lifting analysis, including beam/hook loading and center of gravity calculations).
• Perform FEA simulations to validate structural and dynamic performance of mechanical components before prototyping.
• Use FEA results to optimize designs for weight, cost, and manufacturability (DFM).
• Designing and developing mechanical test equipment including Factory Acceptance Testing in a submerged environment.
• Effectively coordinating your effort to support Production team with mechanical design of fixtures/equipment acting as a subject matter expert in DFM/DFA reviews.
• Select and manage suppliers, ensuring timelines and costs are met.
• Oversee physical assembly and commissioning of designed systems.
• Diagnose and resolve production issues promptly, including equipment malfunctions and process deviations.
• Support the broader Production team by creating and maintaining designs in our PLM (Teamcenter).
• Safety and compliance: Ensure all processes adhere to safety regulations and company policies.
• Designing manufacturing jigs and fixtures capturing design updates, modifications, and improvements to existing manufacturing equipment and aids (including load testing requirements and prescription).

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS, M.Eng or MS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Professional experience working as a Mechanical Engineer with one or more domains and/or technologies of expertise
• 5+ years of experience in a relevant engineering field, preferably mechanical design for manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects from concept to completion.
• Strong skills in NX for 3D modelling and 2D drawing creation.
• Proficiency with FEA in NX, FEMAP or ANSYS.
• Personal experience with physical assembly and commissioning.
• Proficiency in engineering calculations and material selection.
• Proficiency with engineering standards and GD&T.
• Ability to manage suppliers and project timelines effectively.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian NV2 Security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with NX/Teamcenter.
• Experience in the design and development of tooling, jigs, and fixtures.
• Experience in production support within an advanced manufacturing organization.
• Understanding of load testing and prescription for mechanical fixtures.
• Knowledge of corrosion prevention techniques.

COHO Consulting Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced DE Certified HR Staffing Specialist to join our team supporting our Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) Human Resources Directorate (HRD) Hiring Support Services program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Federal HR, with at least 5 years of progressively responsible experience, including expertise in Federal recruitment processes. This position will require a high level of proficiency in HR automated systems such as USA Staffing and a Delegated Examining Certification to certify job announcements and candidate selections. The role offers the flexibility of remote work and is part of a dedicated HR team committed to providing quality services in the staffing process. 

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Oversee and manage the full-cycle staffing process for Federal positions, including preparing and certifying job announcements, evaluating candidate qualifications, conducting interviews, and managing selections.
• Utilize Delegated Examining Certification to certify job announcements and candidate selections in compliance with Federal HR regulations.
• Work with HR leadership and hiring managers to develop staffing strategies and define recruitment needs for Federal positions.
• Leverage HR automated systems (primarily USA Staffing) to track candidate progress, post job announcements, and maintain records of staffing actions.
• Provide expert guidance on Federal HR policies and procedures related to recruitment, staffing, and selection.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of staffing actions, ensuring that all documentation is compliant with Federal regulations and agency policies.
• Collaborate with other HR team members to continuously improve staffing processes and efficiency.
• Stay current with changes in Federal HR policies, laws, and best practices to ensure the organization remains in compliance and up to date with industry standards.

Essential Job Requirements:

• Clearance:
• Must possess a Secret security clearance or eligible to obtain one.

• Education/Certifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field such as Business Administration, Organizational Development, Human Resources Development, or Organizational Psychology.
• Delegated Examining Certification and the ability to certify job announcements and candidate selections.

• Required Knowledge/Experience:
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Federal HR, with at least 4 years focused specifically on Federal talent acquisition and staffing.
• Proven administrative skills with demonstrated experience using HR automated systems, particularly USA Staffing.
• Preferred experience with DCPDS (Defense Civilian Personnel Data System).
• In-depth understanding of Federal staffing and recruitment processes, including knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and policies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with hiring managers, candidates, and team members.
• Ability to manage multiple staffing projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines and regulatory requirements.

Anduril is seeking a Supply Planner to join our team in Sydney, Australia. The Supply Chain team is responsible for planning and sourcing of materials to support rapidly iterating and building of cutting-edge defense hardware for autonomous underwater vehicles (AUV). The Supply Planner will have material flow responsibility spanning the entire value chain from raw materials through finished goods and contributing to the strategic supply network development of Anduril’s product hardware, across their life cycles. They will have full ownership of certain assemblies and product lines, and will be ultimately responsible for sending the correct signals to Purchasing and Manufacturing on what and when to buy or build.

The right person for this role can demonstrate experience working in a fast-paced, resource-limited environment such as defence manufacturing, aircraft maintenance or advanced technology manufacturing environments. This person will be flexible to provide support wherever needed to ensure products are built and shipped under stringent quality standards. If you are someone who thrives in such an environment, then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Own the accurate planning and on-time delivery of both raw material to internal assembly lines as well as finished goods to customers
• Support day-to-day demand signaling, ordering, and inventory management for product lines
• Identify supply issues, flag with the appropriate owners across Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and drive resolution
• Own the reporting and analysis of supply and material health and ensure that stakeholders have the inputs they need to make decisions across Engineering (cut-in dates for new designs), Purchasing (signals on what to buy), Manufacturing (signals on being clear-to-build and what to build), Business Development (supply overview to drive customer contracts)
• Work closely with the Sourcing Engineers and Manufacturing Engineering team to source components, maintain vendor relationships, and develop make vs. buy strategies
• Facilitate discussions with Business Development and Growth teams to review unconstrained forecasts and get to constrained demand plans that are achievable
• Develop and maintain processes for working within MRP and the associated master data
• Support all cost engineering activities to converge the bottoms-up cost curve to product cost, maximizing the total cost of ownership (TCO) across the product lifecycle

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years past experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in either a supply chain or production-type role where complex mechanical and/or electrical assemblies were built
• Demonstrated ability to completely own a value chain from start to finish, coordinating among multiple different internal and external parties to achieve on-time deliveries under stringent quality standards
• Familiarity with developing high-tech products in a high-mix, low-volume environment
• Prior knowledge of Netsuite or a similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (BSME, BSEE) or other related technical degree. Advanced technical degree or MBA strongly preferred
• Eligibility to obtain a NV1 security clearance (status not required at time of hire)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience interacting with SQL databases - storage of information and building custom queries for tracking production and inventory-related metrics
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in any technical field including mechanical/aerospace/manufacturing, electrical, or computer engineering, supply chain, or business with a technical minor or concentration.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and/or Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma principles in action

Anduril’s Quality organization is seeking a Quality Inspector to join our team in Sydney, Australia. The Quality team works with our internal teams, customers and suppliers to ensure the deployment of reliable products that meet all mission requirements. The Quality Inspector will support the Manufacturing/Production teams, and be responsible for learning and executing detailed inspection processes necessary to ensure a quality product in a timely manner. Some of the daily duties will include inspecting incoming materials, equipment, and products to ensure quality specifications are met. Additionally, you'll investigate/ troubleshoot product and production issues, raise non-conformance tickets for triage, support product traceability, take corrective action as well as implement standards/ specifications/ processes cross-functionally with Quality Teams.


WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Work in a modern manufacturing environment on incoming inspection, in-process inspection and end of line inspection.
• Support Material review board processes.
• Propose, develop and implement quality assurance policies and procedures and review with the product quality and manufacturing engineers
• Review and propose continuous improvement projects for productivity gains, quality improvements, and benefits to Anduril's quality policy.
• Support the calibration process of test equipment, jigs and fixtures. Coordinate calibration
• Support internal and external audits on processes and procedures.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with Calibrated equipment (calipers, micrometers, CMM, Scanning, torque, multimeters etc.)
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings (wire diagrams, work instructions, MBD drawings)
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) knowledge, understanding dimension and tolerancing
• Experience with inspection of CNC machined parts, fabricated weldments and mechanical assemblies
• Experience with inspection of Electrical and Electronic Components (PCBs, wire-harnesses)
• Experience in a facility with AS9100, ISO9001 or similar QMS standard
• Experience with communicating in cross functional teams and with suppliers as needed
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Technical or Associates degree in related quality/ mechanical/ aerospace engineering field
• IPC-A-610 or IPC-A-620 Certification
• Experience with Manufacturing processes and their related systems (Jira, MES, ERP, Teamcenter, CAD)
• Experience with auditing processes and procedures in a manufacturing environment
• Detail oriented self starter with minimal oversight - strong ability to communicate with different cross functional teams.
• Knowledge of First Article Inspection requirements and processes
• Knowledge of with Maritime vessel requirements
• Experience with validation and testing assemblies and their components

ABOUT THE JOB

The Procurement Manager owns both Direct and Indirect procurement, leading a team of high-performing Buyers to directly support the Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Facilities teams through successful negotiations, cradle-to-grave order management, and comprehensive supplier management. As the Procurement lead, this individual will be responsible for managing a team of buyers through the use of key metrics to quantitatively evaluate supplier performance. Successful execution of this role will ensure procured material supports the rapid needs of both engineering development programs & production planning requirements in alignment with strategic sourcing initiatives.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead cross-functional projects to achieve cost, quality, and delivery targets.
• Provide hands-on training, coaching and mentorship to develop the skills and expertise of team members.
• Develop and Optimize Processes by establishing and refining procurement processes to drive efficiency and cost savings.
• Establish and drive organizational consistency and expectations through key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Be outcome-driven delivery by ensuring timely and measurable results across sourcing and supplier management initiatives
• Support engineering & manufacturing requirements and program timelines for development & production products.
• Drive indirect procurement by aligning procurement strategies with overall business objectives, leveraging extensive industry experience.
• Identify and execute cost reduction projects.
• Negotiate commercial terms and Master Supply Agreements (MSAs).
• Cultivate strong relationships with key suppliers to enhance value and secure competitive advantages and analyze supplier data and identify areas of opportunity for expanding and/or consolidating the ASL.
• Place purchase orders, manage suppliers, and resolve downstream issues with receiving, finance, and accounting.
• Maintain procurement-related master data in the ERP system and support required annual audits.
• Own procurement process cradle-to-grave.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or related disciplines required.
• 8+ years of supply chain experience in progressive roles.
• Experience with technical procurement.
• Effective written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to read drawings and blueprints.
• Exceptional analytical and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with leading ERP systems
• The ability to obtain and maintain an Australian NV2 Security Clearance.

ABOUT THE ROLE:
As our team continues to quickly grow, we are looking for motivated candidates that are inspired to work within an extremely energetic, creative, and innovative team that is passionate about subsea robotics and exploring the open ocean. We work in a highly dynamic environment where collaboration and idea sharing are a way of life.

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Manufacturing Engineer Team, working in a cutting-edge start-up environment to advance the state-of-the-possible in factory, equipment, and process execution. This is an ideal role for an individual with broad experience and passion for mechanical design and design for manufacturing. The ideal candidate will seek continuous improvement opportunities in both the physical and data space, gaining broad experience within an advanced production environment by designing production fixtures to help the technicians execute build processes efficiently as well as working closely with manufacturing and design engineers to improve product manufacturability.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Own the physical design, prototyping and fabrication of Production equipment.
• Develop novel tooling solutions for fabrication and assembly of structural parts.
• Perform detailed mechanical designs including 3D modelling and 2D drawing creation using NX whilst adhering to engineering standards.
• Select appropriate materials (metals, polymers, composites) based on mechanical properties, environmental conditions (including marine/corrosive environments), cost constraints, and manufacturing processes.
• Execute engineering calculations from first principles (example: lifting analysis, including beam/hook loading and center of gravity calculations).
• Perform FEA simulations to validate structural and dynamic performance of mechanical components before prototyping.
• Use FEA results to optimize designs for weight, cost, and manufacturability (DFM).
• Designing and developing mechanical test equipment including Factory Acceptance Testing in a submerged environment.
• Effectively coordinating your effort to support Production team with mechanical design of fixtures/equipment acting as a subject matter expert in DFM/DFA reviews.
• Select and manage suppliers, ensuring timelines and costs are met.
• Oversee physical assembly and commissioning of designed systems.
• Diagnose and resolve production issues promptly, including equipment malfunctions and process deviations.
• Support the broader Production team by creating and maintaining designs in our PLM (Teamcenter).
• Safety and compliance: Ensure all processes adhere to safety regulations and company policies.
• Designing manufacturing jigs and fixtures capturing design updates, modifications, and improvements to existing manufacturing equipment and aids (including load testing requirements and prescription).

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS, M.Eng or MS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Professional experience working as a Mechanical Engineer with one or more domains and/or technologies of expertise
• 5+ years of experience in a relevant engineering field, preferably mechanical design for manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects from concept to completion.
• Strong skills in NX for 3D modelling and 2D drawing creation.
• Proficiency with FEA in NX, FEMAP or ANSYS.
• Personal experience with physical assembly and commissioning.
• Proficiency in engineering calculations and material selection.
• Proficiency with engineering standards and GD&T.
• Ability to manage suppliers and project timelines effectively.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian NV2 Security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with NX/Teamcenter.
• Experience in the design and development of tooling, jigs, and fixtures.
• Experience in production support within an advanced manufacturing organization.
• Understanding of load testing and prescription for mechanical fixtures.
• Knowledge of corrosion prevention techniques.

At Anduril we are developing multi-domain unmanned systems that will leverage unsupervised autonomy for the delivery of integrated multi-mission capability to our customers. These projects require Integration and Test Engineers with hands-on experience to drive the delivery of hardware-focused capabilities to our customers. Anduril I&T Engineers rapidly develop expertise in new domains in order to architect, design, deliver, support, and evolve next generation capabilities through the entire product life-cycle.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Work within a dynamic team of multidisciplinary engineers and specialists throughout the life of AUV design, integration, and test efforts
• Support design and integration of AUV mechanical subsystems and components, ensuring proper interfaces with electronic and software systems
• Develop, build and operate physical integration environments and test fixtures to support system maturity efforts
• Conduct root cause analysis for mechanical failures and implement corrective actions
• Provide mechanical subject matter expertise to test operations for AUV platforms, including conducting pre-mission testing, vehicle tasking, and data analysis
• Write, review, and execute detailed test procedures to document the step-by-step execution of internal and customer facing efforts to test and evaluate AUV subsystems, platforms and new capabilities
• Support infield debug, repair, operation, and maintenance of AUVs
• May be in the field up to 20% of the time, supporting nearshore and offshore testing

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, a relevant field, or equivalent experience
• A genuine interest and 4+ years of professional experience working with one or more of the above domains and system integration and testing
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in dynamic environments with shifting priorities, competing constraints, and rapid iteration cycles
• Hands-on experience with tools, fabrication techniques, and practical assembly processes
• Experience with mechanical troubleshooting and root cause analysis methodologies
• Extremely organised and detail-oriented
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
• Ability to obtain and maintain a NV2 Security Clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with subsea operational procedures and equipment (including AUV launch and recovery systems), or vehicle level testing (any domain)
• Experience with the design, implementation and support of robotic and/or autonomous systems
• Experience working within the defence, maritime and/or aerospace domains
• Experience with Siemens NX
• Experience with manufacturing processes and DFA/DFM principles
• Experience with Linux and command line interfaces, or basic electrical systems and their integration with mechanical components

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril is fielding the next generation of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) to tackle the extremely challenging demands of subsea exploration. Anduril has brought to market a unique, long-range maritime vehicle leveraging a flexible manufacturing architecture that scales from "large" to "extra-large" vehicle sizes. Today, Anduril is executing on existing contracts while simultaneously developing future capability across its product range.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a Manufacturing Technician to join our growing team in Sydney. In this role, you will work on cutting-edge technology advancing subsea robotics and play a key role in delivering our AUVs to our customers. Working in a multi-disciplinary environment to scale our AUV production system, this role will involve assembling complex electro-mechanical assemblies, performing sub-assembly testing and integrating them into the final product to be ready for service! 

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• • • Work as part of a highly engaged team to build, test, and integrate complex electrical systems into our world class AUVs.
    • Follow detailed electrical and manufacturing documentation to assemble parts to engineering specifications.
    • Fabricate, solder and install wire harnesses with PCBA’s and off-the-shelf components, including advanced sensors.
    • Perform configuration tasks to flash/load correct SW/FW versions onto devices.
    • Process work orders within a digital ERP / MES system for assembly task tracking, performing in-process inspections and accurately reporting quality requirements.
    • Apply a continuous improvement approach to daily work, 5S work areas and safe work practices.
    • Provide direct input and feedback to the Manufacturing and Quality Engineering teams on DFM/A.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years experience in technician roles having worked in a similar environment (Automotive, Aircraft, Maritime, etc.)
• Proficiency in interpreting technical documentation (mechanical drawings, work instructions, equipment schematics, electrical diagrams, etc.)
• Experience performing functional checkouts and tests desirable
• Extremely organized and detail-oriented, seeking the highest quality output in your work
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture focused on team success
• Ability to obtain and maintain a NV2 Security Clearance

Position Summary:
Analytic Services, Inc. (ANSER) is seeking a Senior Budget Analyst to assist the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO). In this role, you will manage day-to-day financial operations of the program and perform complex analytical and administrative duties to support execution, financial analysis, and reporting.

This position requires all job duties be performed full-time onsite at the Mark Center with no hybrid or remote work options.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Prepare/initiate budget execution documentation including Purchase Requests (PRs) and Military Inter-departmental Purchase Requests (MIPRs)
• Manage and monitor program budget execution and perform daily analysis of commitments, obligations, and expenditures
• Assist in the preparation of spend plans and expenditure plans
• Assist in the Dormant Account Quarterly Reviews (DARQ)
• Prepare financial information for briefings, presentations, and status reports
• Develop and maintain financial and budget spreadsheets for analysis and reporting across entire program
• Lead financial meetings to discuss execution data and status of funds
• Perform reconciliations of assigned funds and projects
• Apply concepts of budget, program principles, policies, procedures, standards, terminology, and knowledge of the financial management and business operation systems of the organization, and knowledge of the DoD Financial Management Regulation
• Support the full range of DOD’s complex Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution (PPBE) System to justify/defend/protect/execute resources within the program’s financial portfolio
• Provide funding, forecasting, programming, budget information, comparison of budget plan to execution status, and funds reconciliation, using the required Financial Management tools and systems, and provide frequent status reports/graphs, including obligation/expenditures execution rates, for senior leadership review

Required Qualifications:

• Possess an active TS/SCI security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business administration or similar field of study
• 17+ years of professional work experience.
• Experience with DoD financial system(s) and processes
• Experience initiating/processing Military Interdepartmental Purchase Requests (MIPRs)
• Experience with unliquidated obligation (ULO) research
• Experience with Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) 2-year appropriation accounts\
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite; advanced Excel skills (complex formulas, pivot tables)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in using budget/resource analytic tools, techniques, and processes
• Experience in supporting audits
• Experience with G-Invoicing
• Familiarity with DoD Program Objective Memorandum (POM) submission and budget formulation processes
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret and analyze financial data
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

The Building Engineer I is responsible for maintaining, operating, and troubleshooting building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems, focusing on performing routine maintenance tasks, responding to tenant requests, and ensuring systems operate safely under the guidance of senior engineers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled maintenance, repairs, and inspections of building systems; address service requests, including hot/cold calls, plumbing issues, and lighting repairs.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment malfunctions and escalate issues as needed.
• Replace light fixtures, filters, and other components as required.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections and equipment performance.
• Interact with tenants, contractors, and property managers and work closely with senior engineers and technicians to support smooth building operations and resolve tenant issues.
• Assist with preventive maintenance tasks and contractor oversight.
• Conduct property inspections to identify deficiencies.
• Record equipment readings and ensure assigned building systems are operating according to standards.
• Follow company safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE; ensure compliance with OSHA, NEC, NFC, NFPA regulations; report safety hazards; participate in safety inspections.
• Provide guidance to junior Technicians when needed.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with teammates, leadership team, vendors, tenants, and client employees in a professional manner, keeping the appropriate customer(s) informed/updated as needed.
• Work closely with senior engineers to develop technical skills and participate in professional development programs to grow into advanced roles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED required
• Two to three years of job related experience or commensurate certification/trade experience
• CFC Certification preferred or willingness to obtain as requested; possess engineering and trade licenses required according to local, state, or national requirements
• Basic working knowledge of laptop and phone applications for work order and facility operation systems as well as basic skills with Microsoft Outlook
• Familiar with fire/life safety equipment/procedures
• Proven track record for delivering excellent internal and external customer service; ability to successfully interact/communicate with tenants/vendors/contractors as well as teammates and leadership team
• Familiarity with blueprints and code requirements
• Ability to work after hours, weekends, holidays, and during emergency situations as necessary to meet the needs of the client
• Possess competent knowledge of use and care of tools
• Ability to read and write English in order to understand manuals and procedures, and to write reports.
• Exhibit a willingness to develop familiarity with HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems and gain experience with BAS operation and troubleshooting.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds; perform physically demanding tasks such as stooping, crouching, and kneeling.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

This position is 100% in-office. The role requires working in office during standard business hours. Remote work or telecommuting is not an option for this position.

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Position Summary

ANSER is seeking a Senior Cyber Workforce Integration Analyst to support the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO). In this role you will focus on integrating cyber workforce policy, governance, recruitment, retention, and professional development programs into strategic initiatives.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Provide expertise to inform leadership decisions and support the development and implementation of the DoD Cyber Workforce Strategy
• Integrate cyber workforce policies and programs into DoD strategic plans and implementation initiatives
• Review legislative proposals and develop recommendations for the DoD CIO regarding Cyber Excepted Service, Cyber Workforce, or other CIO equities
• Assist in planning, analysis, development, and promulgation of the DoD Cyber Workforce Strategy
• Monitor and assess implementation progress according to DoD CIO priorities, goals, objectives, and milestones
• Draft responses and prepare briefings for leadership on workforce-related initiatives
• Support governance, recruitment, retention, and professional development processes
• Provide strategic and management insights to inform leadership decisions
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure workforce initiatives align with organizational goals
• Facilitate policy reviews and updates, ensuring compliance with DoD Directives and Instructions
• Contribute to workforce planning and assessment activities to enhance cyber capabilities

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance
• Master’s degree in a related field such as Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Public Policy, Human Resources/Organizational Leadership, National Security Studies, or Cyber Operations 
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in cyber workforce policy, governance, strategy development, or integration of workforce programs within a government or defense organization
• Bachelor's degree with 14 years of relevant experience can substitute for the Master's degree requirement
• Advanced MS Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient in Excel and Outlook
• Experience with Teams and SharePoint development and management

Title: Surgical Assistant
Practice: Northern Virginia Oral Surgery 
Location: Alexandria, VA
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8AM-4:30PM - Tuesday and Fridays temporarily from 8AM-4PM

Position Purpose:

The surgical assistant is responsible for ensuring the compassionate, effective, and efficient delivery of high-quality clinical care for patients while practicing and providing safety in the work environment. The ideal candidate will assist oral surgeons during procedures, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow in a fast-paced environment. This role requires a strong understanding of surgical procedures, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all patients receive the highest quality of care and service
• Communicate with all patients (both in-person and by phone) in a friendly and professional manner.
• Maintain positive, pleasant, and professional relationships between patients, staff members, and surgeons.
• Oral surgeons during surgical procedures and prepare instruments, materials, and equipment needed for various surgical procedures.
• Support efforts that provide a clean and professional environment for all patients, including, but not limited to, ensuring that operatories are clean, supplies are adequate, equipment is maintained, and compliance with all company policies is maintained.
• Monitor patient's vital signs during surgical procedures and provide support as needed.
• Assist with postoperative care, including patient education and follow-up instructions.
• Documentation of patient encounters and surgical procedures accurately.
• Collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork, efficient workflow, and exceptional patient care.
• Attend and participate in regular team meetings.
• Adhere to best practices and established protocols and highest patient safety standards.
• Support monthly office checks:
  1. Crash carts
  2. Fire extinguishers
  3. Emergency preparedness attestations
  4. Attest
  5. Xray unit calibration
  6. Omni-cam calibration
  7. Drug book accuracy Controlled substance inventory
  8. Oxygen tanks are full and hooked up.
  9. Invoices for controlled substances are being printed.
  10. Ensure proper controlled substance safety protocols are adhered to.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required (some college, preferred)
• Previous clinical experience. Experience as an oral surgery assistant or dental assistant is preferred. (Will train the right candidate.)
• Basic life support certification required. Employer will provide training if the candidate is not current.

Performance Requirements:

 Skills/Abilities:

• Strong computer skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize effectively
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical and detail-oriented
• Able to work independently with exceptional initiative and sound judgment
• Positive attitude, change advocate, able to lead by example
• Strong Knowledge of oral surgery procedures
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient care and safety

Work environment/Conditions:

• Fast-paced dental office environment
• Overtime is sometimes required as needed to perform job functions
• Some travel as needed for training and to perform job functions
• Safety procedures required, including protection to minimize the risks from X-rays
• Potential long hours standing.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work.  This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.  OPS’s management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. 

Position Summary

ANSER is seeking a Cyber Workforce Analyst to support the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO). In this role you will focus on on analyzing, developing, and integrating cyber workforce policies, governance, recruitment, retention, and professional development programs into DoD strategic initiatives.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Conduct research and specialized analyses of cyber workforce policies, plans, and processes
• Support development, revision, and staffing of DoD Directives, Instructions, and other policy issuances
• Integrate cyber workforce policies, governance, recruitment, retention, and professional development programs into strategic plans and initiatives
• Review, draft responses, and develop recommendations for the DoD CIO on legislative proposals related to Cyber Excepted Service, Cyber Workforce, and other key CIO initiatives
• Coordinate policy documents and recommendations with DoD Legislative Affairs, Military Services, and Component stakeholders
• Provide expertise to inform leadership decisions regarding workforce planning and policy implementation
• Support assessment and monitoring of workforce program effectiveness
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals
• Facilitate policy updates and ensure compliance with DoD Directives and Instructions
• Contribute to the planning and analysis of workforce initiatives to enhance cyber capabilities

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Public Policy, Human Resources/Organizational Leadership, or related disciples.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cyber workforce policy, governance, strategy development, or integration of workforce programs within a government or defense organization
• Advanced MS Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient in Excel and Outlook
• Experience with Teams and SharePoint development and management

Position Summary:

ANSER is seeking an Industrial Workforce Policy and Strategy Analyst to support the Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS) program within the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy (IBP). The IBAS program is dedicated to ensuring that the Department of Defense is positioned to effectively address industrial base issues and support the National Security Innovation Base.

In this role, you will join a high-performing team that conducts analysis of global defense industrial base capabilities and vulnerabilities. Responsibilities include supporting the evaluation and development of industrial base initiatives, contributing to acquisition documentation, monitoring program execution, and supporting outreach and strategic communications efforts.

Only candidates who live within a commutable distance (100 miles) from Alexandria, VA will be considered.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Serve as a key advisor to the government by creating and executing industrial base workforce development strategies, drafting workforce development policies, and de-conflicting WFD efforts with mission partners/stakeholders providing consistent and detailed oversight at the federal or state level.
• Actively analyze project proposals, providing data-driven recommendations on the best course of action for implementation.
• Evaluate project feasibility, technical capabilities, funding sources, and implementation strategies to inform leadership decisions.
• Support project execution by managing schedules, tracking data, and ensuring alignment across stakeholders.
• Coordinate and deconflict efforts with mission partners to maintain progress and minimize risk.
• Monitor and report on performer progress, providing consistent oversight and actionable insights.
• Act as a central communication hub, representing government interests in virtual and in-person meetings.
• Document meeting minutes, track action items, and ensure follow-through across a distributed team.
• Develop high-quality briefings, correspondence, and analytical products in response to internal and external taskings.
• Facilitate clear, timely information flow across stakeholders while maintaining strong collaboration.
• Operate as a trusted team member while ensuring all final decisions and commitments remain with government personnel.

Required Qualifications:

• Active SECRET security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Economics, Political Science, Labor Studies, Workforce Development, Industrial Relations, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in workforce development at the national or state level with a focus on analyzing the defense industrial base workforce requirements.
• Demonstrated experience with direct engagement with military hardware/software development or sustainment from a U.S. Military Service, Major Command, OSD-level staff, or a defense industrial firm.
• Experience working within the DoD acquisition lifecycle and the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, including the ability to translate complex data into clear written reports, briefings, and presentations for senior leadership.
• Proficiency with modern data collection, analysis, and visualization tools and the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience operating within the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) or a similar senior, strategic-level staff environment
• Proven ability to effectively brief, interact with, and provide counsel to senior military leaders, including Flag and General Officers
• Expertise in applying systems engineering concepts and methodologies to solve complex technical and programmatic challenges
• Experience leading the on-site implementation of relevant project plans and ensuring cost, schedule, and performance objectives are met
• Professional certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) or a recognized equivalent
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) with a track record of driving successful process improvement initiatives"

Position Overview 

Seeking an RMF Sr. Information Security Systems Manager (ISSM) and Subject Matter Expert to support mission critical Office of the Undersecretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW (R&E) capabilities within all facets of the RMF.  This pioneering domain presents unique challenges, necessitating skilled ISSMs to maintain system security and oversee cyber implementation. The role demands accountability for upholding security standards across the organization, navigating the evolving landscape of defense technology and safeguarding sensitive information crucial to national security. To be successful in this position the candidate must possess a firm understanding of statutory guidance such as statutory guidance including 570.01 (Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program), DoWI 8500.01 (Cybersecurity), DoW Directive 8140.03 (Information Systems Security Manager – DoW Cyber Exchange), and NIST 800-37 r2 (Risk Management Framework for Information Systems and Organizations). 

Successful candidates should be able to:

• Expertly Implements and Manages Cybersecurity Controls: Implement and manage controls across all system lifecycle phases, ensuring alignment with DoW 8500.01 and NIST 800-53 requirements to maintain robust security posture, tailored risk mitigations, and full alignment with DoW cybersecurity directives and OVL processes.
• Security Policy Development: Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments and identify potential vulnerabilities and threats to information systems. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and controls to minimize the impact of security incidents.
• Security Planning and Implementation: Collaborate with system administrators, network administrators, and other stakeholders to plan and implement security measures for information systems. This includes establishing security controls and standards for information systems including Continuous Monitoring.
• Incident Response and Management: Develop and implement incident response procedures to reconstitute system operations to address security incidents and breaches.
• Assurance and Resiliency: Ensure compliance with relevant security standards, regulations, and frameworks. Conduct periodic security audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls and identify areas for improvement.
• Security Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and up-to-date security documentation, including security plans, risk assessments, and incident reports. Provide regular reports to management on the status of information security and any identified risks or vulnerabilities.

Work Location: Full-Time Onsite (Mark Center, DMV)

Clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility

Job Responsibilities and/or Success Factors

• Utilize expert knowledge and experience regarding risk management strategies in support of a major DoW program.
• Serve as the primary cybersecurity authority responsible for integrating System Security Engineering (SSE) principles into system design, development, and operational processes to ensure systems are secure by design and aligned with mission requirements.
• Collaborate between the Cyber Risk Assessor/Security Control Assessor and the program as well as DoW senior leadership.
• Reporting of status and metrics for body of evidence and authorization conditions.
• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Conduct risk assessments and identify potential vulnerabilities and threats to information systems, to include threat modeling, attack surface analysis, and mission impact evaluation.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and controls to minimize the impact of security incidents, ensuring alignment with system architecture and engineering design.
• Oversee and validate system security architecture, including authorization boundaries, data flows, trust zones, and external system interfaces (ISAs), ensuring alignment with DoW 8500.01 and NIST 800-53.
• Collaborate with system administrators, network administrators, engineers, and developers to plan, design, and implement security measures for information systems, ensuring security controls are engineered into solutions and not applied post-development.
• Ensure integration of cybersecurity within DevSecOps pipelines, including validation of secure coding practices, automated scanning (SAST/DAST), and software supply chain risk management.
• Develop and implement incident response procedures to reconstitute system operations and address security incidents and breaches.
• Ensure compliance with relevant security standards, regulations, and frameworks while validating technical control implementation effectiveness across the system lifecycle.
• Conduct periodic security audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls and identify areas for improvement, ensuring alignment between control implementation and assessment outcomes.
• Lead and manage Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) activities, including oversight of ACAS, SCAP, STIG compliance, and system telemetry integration to detect and respond to security posture drift.
• Perform and oversee Security Impact Analyses (SIA) for system changes, technology refresh, and new capability integration to determine impact on authorization status and required actions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date security documentation, including security plans, risk assessments, architecture artifacts, and incident reports.
• Provide regular reports to the Government customer on the status of information security, risk posture, and any identified vulnerabilities or operational risks.
• Provide support regarding the DoW’s agile authorization. Experience with Operation Vulcan Logic (OVL) processes a plus.
• Ensure systems are:
• Secure by design
• Continuously monitored
• Objectively assessed
• Defensible to the Authorizing Official (AO)
• Should have a strong background in information security, systems engineering, risk management, and compliance.
• Strong client focus and commitment to continuous improvement, ability to proactively network and establish relationships.
• Manage multiple priorities in a high-paced and fast-changing environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Successful candidates should be able to: (Enhanced Section)

• Expertly implement and manage cybersecurity controls across all system lifecycle phases, ensuring alignment with DoW 8500.01 and NIST 800-53 requirements.
• Apply System Security Engineering (SSE) principles (NIST 800-160) to ensure security is embedded within system architecture, design, and implementation.
• Translate cybersecurity requirements into technical engineering solutions and system configurations.
• Analyze system architectures to identify security gaps, attack vectors, and design weaknesses, and recommend engineering-based mitigations.
• Oversee integration of Zero Trust principles, identity management (ICAM), and encryption solutions within system environments.
• Ensure effective implementation of Continuous Monitoring strategies, including automated data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Interpret assessment results and translate findings into actionable engineering and risk mitigation strategies.
• Support DevSecOps and continuous ATO (cATO) approaches through automation, tooling, and integration of security into development pipelines.

Education and Minimum Qualifications

• Must have an active Top Secret with SCI eligibility
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science/information technology, or other related degree fields (master’s degree is preferred or at least 10 years of related experience)
• At least 10+ years of cybersecurity experience including a senior technical or management role, Project or Program Management experience a plus.
• At least one IAT/IAM or equivalent security certifications ex. CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CISA, or CASP
• Experience working with OSD leadership or Military component or branch.
• Excellent communication/presentation skills briefing senior military and government civilian leadership.
• Experienced with writing policies, guides, procedures.
• Experience in hands on with eMASS, Xacta and/or other GRC tools.
• Experience with Federal and FedRamp A&A Processes.
• Experienced and comfortable advising at the Senior Executive Service (SES) level of customers

Position Overview:
ANSER is seeking a Program Analyst with Trusted & Assured Microelectronics (T&AM) expertise to support the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Critical Technologies (OASD(CT)), including Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (DASD) offices and Critical Technology Area (CTA) program management offices.

In this role, you will provide technical and program management support for T&AM initiatives, develop and maintain technology roadmaps, and support executive-level project operations and stakeholder engagement.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Provide T&AM expertise to support the Principal Director (PD) or Government Lead in strategic planning and roadmap development
• Develop technology roadmaps, identify near-term capability opportunities, and support strategy documents and implementation plans
• Conduct technical assessments; review white papers; respond to DoD and interagency inquiries; and prepare briefings and reports for leadership, Congress, industry, and academia
• Develop technical materials, including guidance, architectures, policy inputs, training support, and engineering recommendations to enable technology transition
• Collect and analyze data on defense investments, workforce, infrastructure, and industry capabilities
• Support CTA funding and industry capability assessments, including quarterly surveys and reporting to OASD(CT) leadership and program managers
• Coordinate with OUSD(R&E), the Intelligence Community, and other agencies to assess international partnerships, emerging research, and adversary activities
• Maintain and enhance centralized data repositories for DoD RDT&E investments to improve visibility and decision-making analytics
• Apply data modeling, integration, and analytics techniques, including AI and natural language processing, to support decision-making
• Gather stakeholder requirements and develop dashboards and real-time decision-support tools for DoD leadership
• Identify and support technology transition opportunities to military services and commercial sectors; advise on transition mechanisms across the Department of Defense
• Provide mission support through data architecture, analytics, and knowledge management, including monthly reporting on data model and dashboard development

Required Qualifications:

• Active Secret clearance
• Master’s degree in a relevant hard science or engineering field (e.g., Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science), or a Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 additional years of relevant experience
• Minimum of 7 years of technical program/project management experience, or related experience in acquisition, procurement, finance, or business operations supporting Government programs
• Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate effectively with senior DoD and U.S. Government leaders, including preparing executive-level briefings and reports
• Experience supporting executive-level project operations and stakeholder coordination
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Familiarity with Advana and data tools/platforms (e.g., Qlik, Databricks), including data architecture, automation, and model development

Preferred Qualifications:

• TS/SCI Clearance
• Experience within OASD(CT), DASD offices, CTA program offices, or similar strategic-level environments
• Experience supporting complex, multi-stakeholder analytics projects
• Knowledge of microelectronics design, deployment, and sustainment for the DoD; experience in technology development or investment analysis in this domain
• Understanding of the DoD acquisition process and Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE)

Position Overview

ANSER is seeking a Program Analyst Nuclear Command Control and Communications (NC3)) to support the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Critical Technologies (OASD(CT)). You will provide engineering, technical, and program management support, help develop and maintain technology roadmaps, and engage with senior leaders across the Department of Defense, Joint Staff, Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs)/University Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs), industry, Combatant Commands (CCMDs), military component acquisition communities, and other federal agencies.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Provide NC3 technical expertise to support strategic planning and program management activities.
• Assist in developing technology roadmaps, implementing strategies, and supporting strategy documents.
• Conduct technical assessments, review research and white papers, respond to DoD inquiries, and prepare reports and presentations for DoD leadership, Congress, industry, and academia.
• Develop technical guidance, high-level architecture, policy, training support, and engineering advisory materials for emerging technology transition.
• Collect and analyze information relevant to the Defense investment portfolio, workforce, infrastructure, and industry capabilities.
• Assist with quarterly surveys on CTA funding and industry capabilities to inform leadership and program managers.
• Coordinate with subcomponents, program offices, and the Intelligence Community (IC) to collect and analyze CTA-related information, including international partnerships and adversary activities.
• Consolidate data into a centralized repository for DoD RDT&E investments to enhance analytics and decision-making.
• Apply data modeling, integration of multiple data sources, AI, natural language processing, and data architecture development.
• Gather stakeholder requirements and design decision-ready dashboards and real-time decision support tools for DoD stakeholders.
• Support technology transition to military services or the commercial sector and advise on transfer instruments.
• Provide mission support through data architecture, modeling, analytics, and knowledge management, and submit monthly status reports on dashboards and data model development.

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance
• Master’s in a relevant hard science/engineering field (Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science) or Bachelor’s in a relevant field.  Will consider a Bachelors degree with an additional 5 years of relevant experience.
• 7 years of technical program/project management experience including experience in acquisition, procurement, finance, or business operations applicable to government programs.
• Knowledge of DoD Nuclear C3 systems, with background in C3 system design or operational implementation.
• Demonstrated analytics skills and ability to communicate with senior DoD and USG leaders, including preparing executive-level briefings and reports; experience in executive-level project, operational, and senior leader stakeholder engagement.
• Familiarity with Advana systems for data architecture, automation, and data model development, or similar tools such as DataBricks.
• Proficiency with modern office tools, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in strategic-level staff environments, including OASD(CT).
• Experience supporting complex analytics projects with multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Understanding of DoD acquisition processes and Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE).

Position Overview

ANSER is seeking a Domestic Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Case Analyst to support the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy (IBP), Global Investment and Economic Security Directorate (GIES). You will monitor, research, and analyze domestic mergers and acquisitions involving major U.S. defense suppliers to assess potential impacts to the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). You will conduct due diligence, prepare analytic products and briefings, identify risks and benefits to the Department of Defense (DoD), and supporting interagency coordination related to M&A reviews.

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Review and assess domestic M&A transactions subject to the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act and DoD Directive 5000.62, including processing non-HSR transactions through the DoD M&A due diligence process.
• Analyze transaction documentation including premerger filings, corporate ownership structures, financial statements, purchase agreements, product and competition data, market share information, technology data, and U.S. Government contracting information.
• Conduct due diligence and fact-finding research to assess potential national security implications, competition impacts, supply chain access risks, and effects on existing or future DoD programs and contracts.
• Prepare case summaries, risk assessments, analytic reports, and briefings describing methodologies, datasets, analysis, findings, and recommendations.
• Coordinate with DoD stakeholders to collect and consolidate comments, conduct interviews, and develop DoD positions on pending M&A transactions.
• Support collaboration and information exchanges with antitrust agencies, including the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), during merger investigations and reviews.
• Manage multiple concurrent cases and analytic decision points while evaluating companies across multiple investment tiers and proposing courses of action.
• Monitor transactions following HSR review to identify emerging risks to the Department and recommend additional actions when necessary.
• Support oversight and monitoring of Consent Orders or similar agreements affecting the Defense Industrial Base.
• Conduct compliance monitoring activities, including stakeholder meetings and site visits to evaluate transaction implementation and mitigation measures.
• Collaborate with investment analysts, legal counsel, transaction parties, and other government stakeholders to support the M&A review process.
• Produce leadership materials including case summaries, action memoranda, and talking points for senior DoD officials.
• Support the development or update of DoD directives, instructions, or policy guidance related to merger review or outbound investment processes.
• Contribute analytic support to emerging policy issues involving mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, investments, and strategic alliances affecting the DIB.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI eligible clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree. Will consider an additional 6 years of relevant experience with an associate’s degree or 3 years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree.
• 4+ years of relevant experience including analysis or research related to mergers and acquisitions, corporate transactions, investment activity, industrial base or national security analysis, financial or economic analysis, regulatory or policy analysis, or research into complex corporate structures, ownership relationships, market competition, or government contracting environments
• Demonstrated experience in at least one of the following focus areas:
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • National Security
  • Business Administration
• Experience researching and analyzing complex corporate structures and investment/acquisition transactions.
• Superior analytic and writing skills with demonstrated ability to prepare reports, assessments, and briefings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) with senior U.S. Government and DoD leadership.
• Experience monitoring, auditing, or enforcing government regulatory requirements.
• Experience preparing forecasts, analyzing economic or industry trends, assessing regulatory environments, and identifying potential risks.
• Experience developing and analyzing metrics, performance measures, requirements, reports, and recommendations related to organizational management, policy/procedures, and business systems.

Position Overview:

ANSER is seeking a Program Analyst – Trusted & Assured Microelectronics (T&AM) to support the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Critical Technologies (OASD(CT)), including Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (DASD) offices and Critical Technology Area (CTA) program management offices.

In this role, you will provide technical and program management support, contribute to the development of technology roadmaps, and support executive-level project operations and stakeholder coordination across the Department of Defense, Joint Staff, FFRDCs/UARCs, industry, Combatant Commands (CCMDs), and other federal agencies.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Provide T&AM subject matter support to the Principal Director (PD) or Government Lead in strategic planning and roadmap development
• Support development of technology roadmaps, identify near-term capability opportunities, and contribute to strategy documents and implementation plans
• Assist with technical assessments; review white papers; respond to DoD and interagency inquiries; and prepare briefings and reports for leadership, Congress, industry, and academia
• Support development of technical materials, including guidance, architectures, policy inputs, training support, and engineering recommendations for emerging technologies
• Collect and analyze data related to defense investments, workforce, infrastructure, and industry capabilities
• Support CTA funding and industry capability assessments, including quarterly surveys and reporting to OASD(CT) leadership and program managers
• Coordinate with OUSD(R&E), the Intelligence Community, and other agencies to gather and assess information on international partnerships, emerging research, and adversary activities
• Contribute to maintaining centralized data repositories for DoD RDT&E investments to improve visibility and analytics
• Apply data modeling, integration, and analytics techniques, including AI and natural language processing, to support decision-making
• Assist with stakeholder engagement and requirements gathering to support development of dashboards and decision-support tools
• Support identification and documentation of technology transition opportunities to military services and commercial sectors across the Department of Defense
• Contribute to data architecture, analytics, and knowledge management activities, including monthly status reporting on data models and dashboard development

Required Qualifications:

• Active Secret security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant hard science or engineering field (e.g., Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science)
• Minimum of 5 years of technical program/project management experience, or related experience in acquisition, procurement, finance, or business operations supporting Government programs
• Knowledge of microelectronics design, deployment, and sustainment for the DoD; experience in technology development or investment analysis in this domain
• Strong analytical and communication skills, including experience preparing executive-level briefings and reports for senior DoD and U.S. Government leaders
• Experience supporting project operations and stakeholder coordination
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Familiarity with Advana and data tools/platforms (e.g., Qlik, Databricks), including data architecture, automation, and model development

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience within OASD(CT), DASD offices, CTA program offices, or similar strategic-level environments
• Experience supporting complex analytics efforts involving multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Active TS/SCI Clearance

Position Overview:

ANSER is seeking a Senior Program Analyst – Trusted AI & Autonomy (TAA) to support the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Critical Technologies (OASD(CT)), including Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (DASD) offices and Critical Technology Area (CTA) program management offices.

In this role, you will provide technical and program management support, lead development of technology roadmaps, and support executive-level project operations and stakeholder coordination across the Department of Defense, Joint Staff, FFRDCs/UARCs, industry, Combatant Commands (CCMDs), and other federal agencies.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Provide subject matter expertise in Trusted AI & Autonomy to support the Principal Director (PD) or Government Lead in strategic planning and roadmap development
• Develop technology roadmaps, identify near-term capability opportunities, and support strategy documents and implementation plans
• Conduct technical assessments; review white papers; respond to DoD and interagency inquiries; and prepare briefings and reports for leadership, Congress, industry, and academia
• Develop technical materials, including guidance, architecture, policy inputs, training support, and engineering recommendations to enable technology transition
• Collect and analyze data related to defense investments, workforce, infrastructure, and industry capabilities
• Support CTA funding and industry capability assessments, including quarterly surveys and reporting to OASD(CT) leadership and program managers
• Coordinate with OUSD(R&E), the Intelligence Community, and other agencies to assess international partnerships, emerging research, and adversary activities
• Maintain and enhance centralized data repositories for DoD RDT&E investments to improve visibility and analytics
• Apply data modeling, integration, and analytics techniques, including AI and natural language processing, to support decision-making
• Gather stakeholder requirements and develop dashboards and real-time decision-support tools for DoD leadership
• Identify and support technology transition opportunities to military services and commercial sectors; advise on transition mechanisms across the Department of Defense
• Provide mission support through data architecture, analytics, and knowledge management, including monthly reporting on data model and dashboard development

Required Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility/adjudication
• Master’s degree in a relevant hard science or engineering field (e.g., Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science)
• Demonstrated knowledge and familiarity with Trusted AI & Autonomy systems, including design, development, and implementation within the defense ecosystem
• Minimum of 10 years of technical program/project management experience, or related experience in acquisition, procurement, finance, or business operations supporting Government programs
• Strong analytical and communication skills, including experience preparing executive-level briefings and reports for senior DoD and U.S. Government leaders
• Experience supporting executive-level project operations and stakeholder coordination
• Familiarity with Advana and data tools/platforms (e.g., Qlik, Databricks), including data architecture, automation, and model development

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience within OASD(CT), DASD offices, CTA program offices, or similar strategic-level environments
• Experience supporting complex analytics efforts involving multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Advanced experience in the design, development, or implementation of AI and autonomy systems within the defense ecosystem

Position Summary

ANSER is seeking a Performance Metrics Analyst to support the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Counternarcotics and Global Threats (ODASD (CN&SP)). The ODASD (CN&SP) advances the Department of Defense’s (DoD) mission to counter drug trafficking, transnational organized crime, and threat finance networks.

In this key role you support ODASD (CN&SP) by developing and implementing performance measurement frameworks for DoD counterdrug and counter-threat programs. You will ensure leadership has access to actionable insights to evaluate program effectiveness and inform strategic decisions. You will integrate data-driven methodologies to align performance outcomes with national security objectives.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Design and implement performance measurement frameworks and indicators
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data across program portfolios
• Develop dashboards, reports, and performance summaries
• Assess alignment of initiatives with DoD strategic objectives
• Evaluate effectiveness of CD/CTOC/CTF programs
• Provide recommendations to improve program performance
• Analyze impact of new policies on program outcomes
• Support development of performance plans and evaluation criteria
• Advise leadership on performance management strategies
• Conduct return on investment (ROI) analyses
• Prepare executive-level briefings and reports
• Collaborate with stakeholders across DoD and interagency partners
• Participate in strategic planning and assessment activities
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret (SCI) Clearance
• Master’s degree preferably data analytics, public policy, statistics, economics, or related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in performance analysis or program evaluation
• Experience and knowledge of performance measurement frameworks and methodologies
• Prior experience supporting DoD or federal performance management initiatives
• Experience analyzing and interpreting complex datasets
• Experience developing KPIs, metrics, and evaluation criteria
• Knowledge of national security strategies and program alignments
• Experience communicating program performance and metrics findings to senior leadership
• Experience conducting ROI and effectiveness assessments
• Proficiency in data visualization and reporting tools

Position Summary

ANSER is seeking a Policy Analyst to support the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Counternarcotics and Global Threats (ODASD (CN&SP)). The ODASD (CN&SP) advances the Department of Defense’s (DoD) mission to counter drug trafficking, transnational organized crime, and threat finance networks.

In this key role you will develop and assess policies related to counterdrug, counter-transnational organized crime, and counter-threat finance missions. You will provide strategic analysis of the global security environment and advise senior leaders on policy implications affecting DoD programs and partnerships and play a key role in shaping policies that align with U.S. national security objectives.

 Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Analyze international political-military developments and policy impacts
• Assess implications of U.S. and international agreements on DoD programs
• Develop policy recommendations for CD/CTOC/CTF initiatives
• Support interagency and international coordination efforts
• Evaluate national security policy issues and stakeholder impacts
• Draft policy documents, reports, and strategic assessments
• Provide decision-support analysis for program investments
• Coordinate with Combatant Commands and Defense Agencies
• Support development of security cooperation strategies
• Prepare executive-level briefings and decision materials
• Conduct research on emerging global threats and trends
• Analyze program alignment with national drug control strategies
• Participate in working groups and policy forums
• Advise leadership on policy risks and opportunities
• Support real-time decision-making in dynamic environments

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret (SCI) Clearance
• Master’s degree preferably international relations, public policy, national security, or related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in defense policy or national security analysis
• Strong understanding of international relations and security cooperation
• Experience supporting DoD or interagency policy development
• Familiarity with CD/CTOC/CTF mission areas and strategies
• Experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders and agencies
• Experience briefing senior leadership or government and military officials
• Familiarity with DoD organizational structure and processes

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to analyze complex geopolitical environments

Position Summary

ANSER is seeking a Budget Analyst to support the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Counternarcotics and Global Threats (ODASD (CN&SP)). The ODASD (CN&SP) advances the Department of Defense’s (DoD) mission to counter drug trafficking, transnational organized crime, and threat finance networks.

In this key role you will oversee financial planning, programming, and execution for DoD counterdrug and counter-threat programs. You will directly contribute to resource allocation decisions across Combatant Commands, Military Departments, and Defense Agencies. The analyst ensures that funding strategies align with national security priorities and comply with federal and DoD financial regulations.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Analyze program and budget requirements across CD/CTOC/CTF portfolios
• Develop and review Program Objective Memoranda (POM) inputs
• Prepare budget justification materials and resource packages
• Evaluate budget execution data for accuracy and compliance
• Conduct cost analysis, forecasting, and financial modeling
• Support reprogramming actions and funding adjustments
• Monitor monthly execution across DoD components
• Assist in program audits and financial reviews
• Develop briefings and recommendations for senior leadership
• Perform feasibility and efficiency studies for program investments
• Support workload modeling and resource prioritization
• Analyze long-term funding strategies and impacts
• Coordinate with stakeholders across DoD and interagency partners
• Utilize ERP systems and financial databases for analysis
• Provide real-time analysis and decision support in dynamic environments

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret (SCI) Clearance
• Master’s degree preferably in finance, economics, business, public administration, or similarly related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in DoD or federal budget/financial management
• Expert knowledge of DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process
• Demonstrated understanding of federal budgeting, appropriations, and authorizations
• Experience with Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and Treasury policies
• Proficiency with DoD financial ERP systems and manpower databases
• Previous experience presenting information related to cost estimation and financial analysis to senior leaders
• Ability to present complex financial data to senior leaders
• Experience supporting audits and compliance reviews

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to operate independently and advise senior leaders (SES/General Officer level)
• Experience translating complex technical topics into plain language
• Familiarity with DoD PPBE processes
• Excellent communication and briefing skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to adapt quickly in high-pressure, ambiguous environments

Position Summary

ANSER is seeking a Legislative Affairs Analyst to support the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Counternarcotics and Global Threats (ODASD (CN&SP)). The ODASD (CN&SP) advances the Department of Defense’s (DoD) mission to counter drug trafficking, transnational organized crime, and threat finance networks.

In this key role you will provide expert analysis of legislative actions, congressional requirements, and policy impacts affecting DoD counterdrug (CD), counter-transnational organized crime (CTOC), and counter-threat finance (CTF) programs and play a critical role in bridging DoD priorities with congressional oversight and statutory authorities.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Analyze congressional legislation, policies, and regulatory requirements impacting CD/CTOC/CTF missions
• Assess DoD legislative proposals for accuracy, compliance, and policy alignment
• Prepare congressional notification packages and supporting documentation
• Draft responses to congressional inquiries and correspondence
• Support preparation of congressional testimony and briefing materials
• Develop background materials for senior leader engagements with Congress
• Coordinate legislative matters across DoD and interagency stakeholders
• Track and interpret legislative developments affecting national security programs
• Draft responses to audits from oversight bodies (e.g., IG, GAO)
• Provide strategic recommendations on legislative impacts to programs
• Support development of proposed legislative changes
• Translate complex technical issues into clear, actionable language
• Assist in preparing executive-level reports and decision documents
• Participate in working groups and interagency coordination efforts
• Support senior leadership with real-time legislative analysis

 Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret (SCI) Clearance
• Master’s degree preferably in public policy, political science, national security, or similarly related field
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience supporting DoD, federal agencies, or equivalent organizations
• In-depth knowledge of U.S. legislative processes and DoD authorities
• Experience preparing congressional testimony, correspondence, and legislative proposals
• Familiarity with DoD Inspector General and Government Accountability Office processes
• Strong understanding of national security policy and interagency coordination
• Experience translating complex technical topics into plain language
• Familiarity with DoD PPBE processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to operate independently and advise senior leaders (SES/General Officer level)
• Experience translating complex technical topics into plain language
• Familiarity with DoD PPBE processes
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments

Position Overview:

ANSER is seeking a Senior Program Analyst – Energy Resilience to support the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Critical Technologies (OASD(CT)), including Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (DASD) offices and Critical Technology Area (CTA) program management offices.

In this role, you will provide technical and program management support, lead development of technology roadmaps, and support executive-level project operations and stakeholder coordination across the Department of Defense, Joint Staff, FFRDCs/UARCs, industry, Combatant Commands (CCMDs), and other federal agencies.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Provide subject matter expertise in energy resilience to support the Principal Director (PD) or Government Lead in strategic planning and roadmap development
• Develop technology roadmaps, identify near-term capability opportunities, and support strategy documents and implementation plans
• Conduct technical assessments; review white papers; respond to DoD and interagency inquiries; and prepare briefings and reports for leadership, Congress, industry, and academia
• Develop technical materials, including guidance, architectures, policy inputs, training support, and engineering recommendations to enable technology transition
• Collect and analyze data related to defense investments, workforce, infrastructure, and industry capabilities
• Support CTA funding and industry capability assessments, including quarterly surveys and reporting to OASD(CT) leadership and program managers
• Coordinate with OUSD(R&E), the Intelligence Community, and other agencies to assess international partnerships, emerging research, and adversary activities
• Maintain and enhance centralized data repositories for DoD RDT&E investments to improve visibility and analytics
• Apply data modeling, integration, and analytics techniques, including AI and natural language processing, to support decision-making
• Gather stakeholder requirements and develop dashboards and real-time decision-support tools for DoD leadership
• Identify and support technology transition opportunities to military services and commercial sectors; advise on transition mechanisms across the Department of Defense
• Provide mission support through data architecture, analytics, and knowledge management, including monthly reporting on data model and dashboard development

Required Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI
• Master’s degree in a relevant hard science or engineering field (e.g., Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science)
• Demonstrated knowledge and familiarity with energy resilience and contested logistics technologies (e.g., POL storage, energy and battery storage, forward manufacturing)
• Minimum of 10 years of technical program/project management experience, or related experience in acquisition, procurement, finance, or business operations supporting Government programs
• Strong analytical and communication skills, including experience preparing executive-level briefings and reports for senior DoD and U.S. Government leaders
• Experience supporting executive-level project operations and stakeholder coordination
• Familiarity with Advana and data tools/platforms (e.g., Qlik, Databricks), including data architecture, automation, and model development

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience within OASD(CT), DASD offices, CTA program offices, or similar strategic-level environments
• Experience supporting complex analytics efforts involving multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Experience with design, development, or implementation of AI and autonomy systems within the defense ecosystem

Position Overview:

ANSER is seeking a Senior Technical Program Analyst – Critical Tech & RDT&E (Research, Development, Test, & Evaluation) to support the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Critical Technologies (OASD(CT)), supporting Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (DASD) offices and Critical Technology Area (CTA) program management offices. In this role, you will provide engineering, technical, and program management support, develop and maintain technology roadmaps, and support executive-level project operations and senior leader stakeholder engagement.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Provide subject matter expertise in relevant technical fields to assist the Principal Director (PD) or Government Lead in strategic planning and roadmap development
• Support development of technology roadmaps, identify short-term capability opportunities, and assist with strategy documents and implementation plans
• Conduct technical assessments of programs, review white papers and research, respond to DoD and interagency inquiries, and prepare briefings and reports for leadership, Congress, industry, and academia
• Develop technical materials including guidance, architectures, policy inputs, training support, and engineering recommendations to enable technology transition
• Collect and analyze data on defense investments, workforce, infrastructure, and industry capabilities
• Support CTA funding and industry capability assessments, including quarterly surveys and reporting to OSD(CT) leadership and program managers
• Coordinate with OUSD(R&E), the Intelligence Community, and other agencies to assess international partnerships, emerging research, and adversary activities
• Maintain and enhance centralized data repositories for DoD RDT&E investments to improve visibility and analytics for decision-making
• Apply data modeling, integration, and analytics techniques, including AI and natural language processing, to support decision-making
• Gather stakeholder requirements and develop dashboards and real-time decision-support tools for DoD leadership
• Support PDs and Government Leads on technology transition opportunities to military services and commercial sectors; advise on transition mechanisms across the Department of Defense
• Provide mission support through data architecture, analytics, and knowledge management, including monthly reporting on data model and dashboard development

Required Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI
• PhD in a relevant hard science or engineering field (e.g., Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science). 
• 7 years of experience in the Scientific, Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) sector for Industry, Academia, or Government relevant to the technical focus of the office
• Demonstrated analytics skills and ability to communicate effectively with senior DoD and U.S. Government leaders, including preparing executive-level briefings and reports
• Ability to provide executive-level project, operational, and senior leader stakeholder engagement and coordination
• Familiarity with Advana systems and data tools/platforms (e.g., Qlik, Databricks), including data architecture, automation, and model development
• Knowledge of critical technologies and RDT&E programs for the DoD; experience in technology development or investment analysis

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating within OASD(CT), DASD offices, or CTA program management offices, or a similar strategic-level staff environment
• Experience supporting complex, multi-stakeholder analytics projects
• Strong knowledge of AI and autonomy systems within the Defense ecosystem

Position Overview:

ANSER is seeking a Program Analyst – Critical Technologies Programs to support the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Critical Technologies (OASD(CT)), including Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (DASD) offices and Critical Technology Area (CTA) program management offices.

In this role, you will provide technical and program management support, contribute to technology roadmap development, and support executive-level project operations and stakeholder engagement across the Department of Defense, Joint Staff, FFRDCs/UARCs, industry, Combatant Commands (CCMDs), and other federal agencies.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise to support the Principal Director (PD) or Government Lead in strategic planning and roadmap development
• Develop technology roadmaps, identify near-term capability opportunities, and assist with strategy documents and implementation plans
• Conduct technical assessments; review white papers; respond to DoD and interagency inquiries; and prepare briefings and reports for leadership, Congress, industry, and academia
• Develop technical materials, including guidance, architectures, policy inputs, training support, and engineering recommendations to enable technology transition
• Collect and analyze data on defense investments, workforce, infrastructure, and industry capabilities
• Support CTA funding and industry capability assessments, including quarterly surveys and reporting to OASD(CT) leadership and program managers
• Coordinate with OUSD(R&E), the Intelligence Community, and other agencies to assess international partnerships, emerging research, and adversary activities
• Maintain and enhance centralized data repositories for DoD RDT&E investments to improve visibility and analytics
• Apply data modeling, integration, and analytics techniques, including AI and natural language processing, to support decision-making
• Gather stakeholder requirements and develop dashboards and real-time decision-support tools for DoD leadership
• Support identification and documentation of technology transition opportunities to military services or the commercial sector
• Provide mission support through data architecture, analytics, and knowledge management, including monthly reporting on data model and dashboard development

Required Qualifications:

• Active Secret security clearance
• Master’s degree in a relevant hard science or engineering field (e.g., Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science)
• 7+ years of technical program/project management experience, or related experience in acquisition, procurement, finance, or business operations supporting Government programs (OR Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of applicable experience)
• Strong analytical and communication skills, including experience preparing executive-level briefings and reports for senior DoD and U.S. Government leaders
• Experience supporting executive-level project operations and stakeholder coordination
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Familiarity with Advana and other data tools/platforms (e.g., Qlik, Databricks), including data architecture, automation, and model development

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience within OASD(CT), DASD offices, CTA program offices, or similar strategic-level environments
• Experience supporting complex analytics projects with multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams

Position Overview

ANSER is seeking an Associate Domestic Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Case Analyst to support the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy (IBP), Global Investment and Economic Security Directorate (GIES). You will assist with monitoring, researching, and analyzing domestic mergers and acquisitions involving major U.S. defense suppliers to assess potential impacts to the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Assist with conducting due diligence, preparing analytic products and briefings, identifying risks and benefits to the Department of Defense (DoD), and supporting interagency coordination related to M&A reviews.
• Support the review and assessment of domestic M&A transactions subject to the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act and DoD Directive 5000.62, including assisting with processing non-HSR transactions through the DoD M&A due diligence process.
• Review and summarize transaction documentation including premerger filings, corporate ownership structures, financial statements, purchase agreements, product and competition data, market share information, technology data, and U.S. Government contracting information.
• Conduct research and fact-finding activities to support due diligence assessments related to national security implications, competition impacts, supply chain access risks, and effects on existing or future DoD programs and contracts.
• Assist in preparing case summaries, risk assessments, analytic reports, and briefings describing methodologies, datasets, analysis, findings, and potential recommendations.
• Support coordination with DoD stakeholders to collect and consolidate comments, gather relevant information, and assist in developing DoD perspectives on pending M&A transactions.
• Assist with collaboration and information exchanges with antitrust agencies, including the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), during merger investigations and reviews.
• Track and organize multiple concurrent cases and analytic inputs while supporting senior analysts in evaluating companies across multiple investment tiers.
• Assist in monitoring transactions following HSR review to identify potential emerging risks to the Department.
• Support oversight and monitoring activities related to Consent Orders or similar agreements affecting the Defense Industrial Base.
• Assist with compliance monitoring activities, including preparing materials for stakeholder meetings and supporting site visits to evaluate transaction implementation and mitigation measures.
• Collaborate with investment analysts, legal counsel, transaction parties, and other government stakeholders to support the M&A review process.
• Assist in preparing leadership materials including case summaries, action memoranda, and talking points for senior DoD officials.
• Provide research and analytical support for the development or update of DoD directives, instructions, or policy guidance related to merger review or outbound investment processes.
• Contribute research and analytic support to emerging policy issues involving mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, investments, and strategic alliances affecting the DIB.
• Contribute analytic support to emerging policy issues involving mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, investments, and strategic alliances affecting the DIB.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI eligible clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 2+ years of relevant experience including analysis or research related to mergers and acquisitions, corporate transactions, investment activity, industrial base or national security analysis, financial or economic analysis, regulatory or policy analysis, or research into complex corporate structures, ownership relationships, market competition, or government contracting environments
• Demonstrated experience in at least one of the following focus areas:
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • National Security
  • Business Administration
• Experience researching and analyzing complex corporate structures and investment/acquisition transactions.
• Superior analytic and writing skills with demonstrated ability to prepare reports, assessments, and briefings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) with senior U.S. Government and DoD leadership.
• Experience monitoring, auditing, or enforcing government regulatory requirements.
• Experience preparing forecasts, analyzing economic or industry trends, assessing regulatory environments, and identifying potential risks.
• Experience developing and analyzing metrics, performance measures, requirements, reports, and recommendations related to organizational management, policy/procedures, and business systems.

Position Overview

ANSER is seeking an Associate Global Investment Advisor within the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy (IBP), Global Investment and Economic Security Directorate (GIES). In this role you will assist with managing reviewing, mitigating, and monitoring of foreign investments involving critical technologies and supply chain concerns within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Assist with review of CFIUS Joint Voluntary Notices and Declarations, including transaction documents, corporate ownership structures, cybersecurity and physical security policies, and USG contracting information.
• Support analysis and due diligence on foreign investment transactions to help identify potential risks to the DIB.
• Conduct research and fact-finding on foreign ownership, technology transfer, supply chain vulnerabilities, network resiliency, and cybersecurity risks, both independently and with guidance from DoD stakeholders.
• Analyze open-source and classified information to support the preparation of policy recommendations for DoD leadership.
• Assist in drafting case summaries, talking points, action memos, and supporting documentation for DoD leadership and interagency committees.
• Contribute to research on emerging investment trends, technology security policies, and evolving CFIUS guidance.
• Support DoD and interagency working groups by compiling data, tracking issues, and helping identify potential foreign investment risks in the DIB.
• Assist with preparation of Risk-Based Assessments (RBA) and mitigation terms under guidance from senior analysts.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility/adjudication
• Bachelor’s degree
• 2 years’ experience in global investments advising
• Experience preparing and conducting business analyses and studies, needs assessments, requirements analysis/definition, and cost/benefit analyses to align business systems, solutions, and initiatives
• Experience and/or understanding of preparing forecasts, analyzing trends, and reporting regulations and business conditions
• Experience developing and analyzing metrics, performance measurements, requirements, reports, and recommendations related to management, organizational structure, policy/procedures, and business systems
• Experience identifying potential business risks, including business performance, economic case analysis, internal control, and enterprise risk assessment

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and social skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated experience advising within the Department of Defense (DoD), Industrial Base Policy, or a similar strategic-level staff environment
• Proven experience briefing, interacting with, and providing counsel to senior military leaders, including Flag and General Officers
• Experience supporting on-site implementation of project plans and process improvement initiatives to ensure objectives are met
• Professional certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher), or equivalent, with a track record of driving successful process improvement initiatives

Position Overview: 

ANSER is seeking a Mitigation Manager to provide Mitigation/Compliance and Enforcement Analysis within the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy (IBP) Global Investment and Economic Security Directorate (GIES). In this role you will be part of a team that reviews transactional documents, regulations, government contracts, and real estate contracts; provides legal reviews of mergers and acquisitions, business/corporate law, regulations, finance, international trade, national security, litigation, and technology; and collaborates with Investment Analysts to draft complex agreements such as National Security Agreements and written briefing packages for senior government officials.  

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Review transactional documents, regulations, government contracts, and real estate contracts under supervision, identifying key issues and summarizing findings for senior team members.
• Support legal and regulatory reviews related to mergers and acquisitions, corporate law, finance, international trade, national security, litigation, and technology.
• Assist Investment Analysts in drafting and editing agreements such as National Security Agreements and preparing briefing materials for senior government officials.
• Collaborate with Investment Analysts, Team Telecom Analysts, and other stakeholders to gather information, track action items, and support ongoing casework.
• Support compliance monitoring activities for CFIUS agreements and orders to help ensure identified risks are mitigated. Activities may include:
• Assisting with coordination and communication with agreement parties
• Supporting the review of compliance documentation and submissions
• Conducting preliminary analysis of compliance data and escalating issues as needed
• Contributing to compliance reports and enforcement documentation
• Participating in meetings with DoD and interagency stakeholders
• Assist in the drafting and review of CFIUS-related documents, including waivers, amendments, and other supporting materials.
• Support compliance monitoring efforts through preparation for site visits, stakeholder meetings, and related activities; may include limited travel.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of policies, standard procedures, and internal documentation with guidance from senior staff.
• Work with cross-functional teams, including business operations and cybersecurity professionals, to support compliance and risk assessment efforts.
• Prepare draft case summaries, talking points, and action memos for internal review.
• Track and summarize developments in investment security and technology policy, including CFIUS-related updates.
• Support Case Managers and senior team members in completing risk assessments and developing mitigation recommendations.

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree 
• 3 years’ relevant mitigation/compliance and enforcement analysis 
• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility/adjudication 
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience to apply analytic methodologies and principles to address client needs, evaluate project objectives, and contribute to the implementation of strategic direction  
• Ability to perform and assist with analyst functions including data collection, interviewing, data modeling, project testing, and creation of performance measurements to support project objectives  
• Experience conducting activities in support of project team’s objectives  
• Ability to manage junior staff and work closely with team members including Analysts, Task Leads, or Project Manager 
• Competent with modern office tools, including the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills 
• Experience assisting with preparation of executive-level briefings and reports 
• Demonstrated experience operating within the Department of Defense (DoD), the Industrial Base Policy or a similar, strategic-level staff environment 
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively to support project completion 

Position Overview

ANSER is seeking an Associate Strategic Planning & Program Analyst to provide operations and analysis support within the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy (IBP), Global Investment and Economic Security Directorate (GIES). In this role, you will support GIES leadership in strategic planning, program management, and transformation initiatives. You will assist with data analysis, project tracking, and the preparation of briefings and reports to inform leadership decision-making.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Assist with strategic planning, program management, and implementation support for GIES missions, economic security initiatives, and the National Defense Strategy (NDS).
• Support the development and maintenance of project plans, roadmaps, and plan of actions and milestones (POAMs) for strategic projects.
• Conduct data collection, research, and basic analysis to inform program and project recommendations.
• Assist senior leadership with preparation of reports, briefings, and other communications for internal and external audiences, including DoD leadership, analysts, interagency stakeholders, allies, and Congress.
• Support process improvement, transformation, and governance initiatives within GIES.
• Contribute to the development of metrics, performance measures, and reporting tools for strategic initiatives.
• Assist with tracking program progress, deliverables, and project outcomes.
• Support coordination of interagency and cross-functional activities related to strategic initiatives.
• Help draft documentation, presentations, and white papers to communicate program goals, status, and recommendations.
• Conduct initial research and due diligence to support analyses of program options and recommendations.
• Support leadership in identifying and assessing potential business or program risks.
• Assist with preparing decision support materials for leadership consideration.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI eligible clearance
• Bachelor’s degree
• 2 years’ relevant experience in strategic planning, project/program management, organizational transformation, or analysis support, including:
• Supporting senior leadership with strategic planning, project tracking, and program implementation activities.
• Conducting research, data collection, and preliminary analysis to inform decision-making.
• Assisting with development of project plans, roadmaps, POAMs, and reporting tools.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience supporting multiple tasks or projects across complex organizations.
• Experience supporting project objectives through activities such as interviews, data gathering, or basic analyses.
• Experience assisting with the management or coordination of staff or team activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
• Experience operating within the Department of Defense (DoD), Industrial Base Policy, or a similar strategic-level staff environment.
• Experience supporting project implementation, process improvement, or transformation initiatives.
• Experience preparing briefings, presentations, or reports for senior leadership.
• Professional certification such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher), or equivalent is a plus.

Position Summary

ANSER is seeking a China Corporate & Investment Risk Analyst to support the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy (IBP), Global Investment and Economic Security Directorate (GIES). In this role you will support the development, research, and coordination of the Department of Defense Section 1260H program identifying Chinese military companies.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Conduct open-source and classified research, coordinate with DoD and interagency stakeholders, and produce analytic and policy products supporting the development and maintenance of the 1260H list and related policy activities.
• Support coordination of the annual FY2021 National Defense Authorization Act Section 1260H requirement and associated list development with DoD and interagency stakeholders.
• Conduct open-source research on companies for potential inclusion on the 1260H list, including analysis of ownership structures, affiliations, and business activities.
• Conduct classified research to support due diligence and analytic assessments of companies under review.
• Assist with drafting company due diligence memoranda, analytic summaries, and supporting documentation for 1260H list consideration.
• Support development and documentation of processes related to 1260H list publication, updates, and related review procedures.
• Assist with the development and coordination of processes supporting 1260H notice and appeals activities.
• Coordinate and track correspondence related to the 1260H program involving inquiries from listed companies, Congress, and interagency stakeholders.
• Support preparation of responses to congressional inquiries, reporting requirements, and stakeholder requests related to the 1260H program.
• Coordinate inputs across GIES organizations and relevant DoD stakeholders to support program responses and reporting requirements.
• Analyze statutes, congressional actions, and legislative developments for potential impacts to GIES programs and the 1260H effort.
• Support development of policy documents, guidance, and supporting materials related to foreign investment risk analysis and industrial base security.
• Assist in drafting policy recommendations, briefing materials, and analytic reports for senior DoD leadership.
• Contribute research and analysis supporting DoD initiatives related to foreign investment review, supply chain resilience, and risk monitoring methodologies.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI eligible clearance
• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 years of experience in one of the following focus areas: International Affairs, Diplomacy, Economics, Finance, National Security, or Business Administration
• Superior analytic and writing skills with demonstrated ability to prepare reports, assessments, and written products.
• Experience conducting business analysis, research studies, or requirements analysis to support policy, regulatory, or organizational initiatives.
• Experience analyzing trends, regulatory developments, and business conditions and identify potential business or policy risks.
• Experience developing or analyzing metrics, performance measures, reports, and recommendations related to management, organizational structure, policy, or business systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in international affairs or China-related economic or security analysis.
• Chinese (Mandarin) language proficiency.
• Experience researching corporate ownership structures, international investment activity, or foreign company affiliations.
• Experience developing analytic reports, metrics, and assessments supporting policy or risk analysis.
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) with senior U.S. Government and DoD leadership.
• Ability to identify potential risks related to business performance, economic conditions, internal controls, or enterprise risk factors.

Position Summary

ANSER is seeking a Congressional Requirements & Correspondence Analyst to support the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy (IBP), Global Investment and Economic Security Directorate (GIES). In this role you will coordinate, analyze, and prepare responses to congressional letters, inquiries, and reporting requirements affecting GIES. You will support leadership by assessing congressional actions and statutes, coordinating inputs across stakeholders, and producing high-quality analytic and written products for senior Department of Defense leadership.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Coordinate, consolidate, and draft responses to congressional letters, inquiries, and reporting requirements for GIES.
• Coordinate and collect inputs from GIES directorates and DoD stakeholders to support timely and accurate congressional responses.
• Track congressional correspondence, inquiries, and taskings to ensure responses meet required deadlines and internal review processes.
• Analyze statutes, congressional actions, and legislative proposals to assess potential impacts on GIES programs and activities.
• Prepare summaries and analytic assessments of congressional developments affecting the Defense Industrial Base and economic security initiatives.
• Conduct business and policy analyses to support leadership decision-making and organizational priorities.
• Assist with requirements analysis and needs assessments related to congressional reporting and legislative engagement activities.
• Develop and analyze metrics and performance measures related to congressional engagement, reporting requirements, and organizational performance.
• Prepare analytic reports, briefings, and written products for senior DoD leadership.
• Analyze regulatory developments, business conditions, and policy trends affecting GIES mission areas.
• Identify potential business, policy, or enterprise risks related to congressional requirements and legislative developments.
• Support development of recommendations related to management practices, organizational structure, policy, and business systems.
• Maintain records and documentation related to congressional correspondence, responses, and reporting requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility/adjudication
• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 years of relevant experience in one of the following focus areas: Congressional Affairs, National Security, Economics, Finance, or Business Administration
• Experience preparing and managing congressional responses, correspondence, or legislative engagement activities.
• Experience analyzing statutes, congressional actions, and other legislative matters for potential impact on GIES.
• Superior analytic and writing skills with demonstrated ability to prepare reports, briefings, and written products.
• Expertise with modern office tools, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.
• 5+ years of experience in one of the following focus areas: Congressional Affairs, National Security, Economics, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) with senior U.S. Government and DoD leadership.
• Prior experience working on Defense Industrial Base Policy (IBP) or Global Investment and Economic Security Directorate (GIES) issues.

Position Summary
ANSER is seeking a Data Analyst to support the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO) in providing technical guidance and analysis for cyber workforce statutory and policy reporting. In this role, you will leverage data analytics, business intelligence, and reporting expertise to support decision-making, improve compensation programs, and enhance workforce visibility and insights.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Conduct studies and analyses of cyber compensation trends in the private and public sectors at occupational and work role levels.
• Support analytic capabilities for tracking cyber personnel and positions across the workforce.
• Provide recommendations to improve existing compensation programs, including Market Supplement and Supplemental Policy Oversight and Management.
• Provide technical expertise in designing, enhancing, and evaluating the cyber compensation program.
• Support data acquisition, governance, privacy protection, and sustainment of workforce data models.
• Implement enhancements to data models to align with emerging policy and program requirements.
• Support the full lifecycle of data engineering activities, including manpower, personnel, and qualification data sources, improving accessibility and quality of DCWF data.
• Sustain and enhance Business Intelligence (BI) analytics dashboards to support data-driven decisions and oversight.
• Incorporate persona-based input and scoping into analytics dashboard development efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., data analytics, information systems, computer science, statistics, or similar)
• 5 years of professional experience in data analytics, workforce analysis, or related roles supporting federal, military, or defense organizations. Experience should include:
• Conducting workforce or compensation data analyses
• Supporting BI dashboards and reporting for policy or program oversight
• Working with structured data sources and data governance practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Prior experience working at the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) level
• Advanced MS Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient in Excel and Outlook
• Experience with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint development and administration
• Ability to manage competing priorities and workloads in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects from conception to completion
• Highly motivated professional with strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Position Overview: 

ANSER is seeking a Economic Security and Strategic Engagement Analyst to support the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy (IBP) Global Investment and Economic Security Directorate (GIES). In this role you will work with allies, partners, industry, and congress to address economic security and foreign investment risks. 

Day to Day Responsibilities: 

• Provide interdisciplinary qualitative and quantitative analyses of international issues and a range of key microeconomic and macroeconomic elements of the industrial base. Specific research and analyses will focus on critical new and emerging technologies of interest to DoD and its near-peer competitors /adversaries.
• Provide scoped microeconomic and macroeconomic research and analysis utilizing both open source and classified databases.
• Prepare fully informed reports/briefings that describe the methodology utilized, datasets included, and results of each analysis effort conducted; along with specific recommendations identified throughout the effort.
• Support the development of economic security policies and economic security studies relating to the DIB.
• Provide program support to newly established working group/task force related to supply chain resilience and limiting risk to national security and economic security.
• Develop and provide program support to realistic and relevant scenarios (e.g. wargaming) based on Government-provided guidance, intelligence, and operational requirements.
• Plan, Develop, Execute and Participate in wargames.
• Develop and draft DoD Directives and Instructions concerning new or amended processes by which DoD can further refine its examination of proposed foreign investment transactions, anticipatory supply chain resilience, and monitoring and evaluation of current and future risk review methodologies.

Required Qualifications: 

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility/adjudication  
• Bachelor’s degree 
• 5 years’ relevant economic security and strategic engagement experience 
• Significant experience in one of the following focus areas: International Affairs, Diplomacy, Economics, Finance, National Security, or Business Administration. 
• Demonstrated analytics skills and ability to communicate (oral or written) with senior DoD and USG leaders and experience preparing executive-level briefings and reports 
• Experience preparing and conducting strategic analyses and studies, needs assessments, requirements analysis/definition and cost/benefit analyses to align business systems, solutions and initiatives.   
• Ability to prepare forecasts, analyze trends, reporting regulations, and business conditions, and identify potential business risks 
• Experience developing and analyzing metrics, performance measurements, requirements, reports and recommendations related to management, organizational structure, policy/procedures and business systems. 
• Experience identifying potential business risks including, but not limited to, business performance, business and economic case analysis, internal control, and enterprise risk assessment. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree in relevant area 
• Experience in International Affairs, Diplomacy, Economics, Finance, National Security, or Business Administration 
• Experience operating within the Global Investment and Economic Security Directorate (GIES) or a similar senior, strategic-level staff environment 
• Ability to work independently and manage projects from concept through completion 

Position Overview

ANSER is seeking an Economic Security Policy Analyst to support the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy (IBP), Global Investment and Economic Security Directorate (GIES). In this role you will work with allies, partners, industry, and Congress to address economic security and foreign investment risks. You will support partner capability and capacity building for economic security and help identify and mitigate foreign investment risks within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses of international and industrial base issues, focusing on critical new and emerging technologies relevant to DoD and near-peer competitors.
• Perform microeconomic and macroeconomic research using open-source and classified databases.
• Prepare reports and briefings that document methodology, data sources, analysis results, and specific recommendations.
• Support development of economic security policies, studies, and initiatives related to the DIB.
• Provide program support to working groups or task forces focused on supply chain resilience and risk mitigation.
• Assist in designing and executing realistic scenario exercises (e.g., wargaming) based on government guidance, intelligence, and operational requirements.
• Support planning, execution, and participation in wargames and related simulation exercises.
• Contribute to drafting DoD Directives and Instructions for processes addressing foreign investment review, supply chain resilience, and risk monitoring methodologies.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI eligible clearance
• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 years’ relevant economic security experience
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in one of the following areas: International Affairs, Diplomacy, Economics, Finance, National Security, or Business Administration
• Experience communicating effectively (written and oral) with senior DoD and USG leaders
• Experience distilling complex industrial base, global investment, and economic security issues into clear written reports and oral presentations for senior leadership
• Experience preparing and conducting business analyses, needs assessments, requirements analysis/definition, and cost/benefit analyses to align business systems and initiatives
• Experience with forecasts, trend analysis, regulatory reporting, and identifying potential business risks
• Experience developing and analyzing metrics, performance measurements, requirements, reports, and recommendations related to management, organizational structure, policy/procedures, and business systems
• Experience identifying potential business risks, including business performance, economic case analysis, internal controls, and enterprise risk assessment
• Expertise with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Experience in International Affairs, Diplomacy, Economics, Finance, National Security, or Business Administration
• Experience supporting GIES or similar senior DoD-level organizations
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects from concept through completion

Position Overview

ANSER is seeking a Global Investment Advisor within the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy (IBP), Global Investment and Economic Security Directorate (GIES). In this role you will manage review, mitigation, and monitoring of foreign investments involving critical technologies and supply chain concerns within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Review CFIUS Joint Voluntary Notices and Declarations, including transaction documents, corporate ownership structures, cybersecurity and physical security policies, and USG contracting information.
• Conduct analysis and due diligence on foreign investment transactions, provide actionable recommendations, and support DoD leadership and interagency decision-making
• Conduct due diligence and fact-finding research independently and with DoD stakeholders to assess foreign ownership risks to the DIB, including technology transfer, supply chain vulnerabilities, network resiliency, and cybersecurity.
• Analyze open-source and classified information on transaction parties to support actionable policy recommendations for DoD leadership.
• Author analysis papers on foreign ownership risks and advise the interagency Committee on recommended actions.
• Produce case summaries, talking points, and action memos for DoD leadership.
• Support evolving investment trends, technology security policies, and CFIUS policy developments.
• Provide analytical support to DoD and interagency working groups, including non-notify cases, to identify foreign investment risk in the DIB.
• Draft and deliver Risk-Based Assessments (RBA) and mitigation terms as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility/adjudication
• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 years’ experience in global investments advising
• Experience preparing and conducting business analyses and studies, needs assessments, requirements analysis/definition, and cost/benefit analyses to align business systems, solutions, and initiatives
• Experience and/or understanding of preparing forecasts, analyzing trends, and reporting regulations and business conditions
• Experience developing and analyzing metrics, performance measurements, requirements, reports, and recommendations related to management, organizational structure, policy/procedures, and business systems
• Experience identifying potential business risks, including business performance, economic case analysis, internal control, and enterprise risk assessment

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and social skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated experience advising within the Department of Defense (DoD), Industrial Base Policy, or a similar strategic-level staff environment
• Proven experience briefing, interacting with, and providing counsel to senior military leaders, including Flag and General Officers
• Experience supporting on-site implementation of project plans and process improvement initiatives to ensure objectives are met
• Professional certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher), or equivalent, with a track record of driving successful process improvement initiatives

Position Overview: 

ANSER is seeking a Strategic Planner to provide Operations and Analysis Support Services with the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy (IBP) Global Investment and Economic Security Directorate (GIES). In this role you will support GIES senior leadership in conducting strategic planning, analysis, project, and program management activities.

Day to Day Responsibilities: 

• Provide strategic planning, program management, and implementation support to the GIES missions, economic security and adversarial capital initiatives, and the National Defense Strategy (NDS).   
• Provide change management, transformation and integration, facilitation, and management efforts; writing, editing, and conducting briefings to support senior leadership and specific audiences (e.g., DoD senior leadership, analysts, technical experts, interagency, allies and partners, Congress). 
• Establish, reform, and optimize GIES strategic, transformation, governance, business, and communication processes to build and develop GIES optimized strategic functions.  
• Design and implement new GIES strategic capabilities to support the design and implementation of GIES and DIB transformation and strategic capabilities, short-term through long-term transformation processes, analysis methodologies, and controls. 
• Perform program plan development, management, and reporting activities for multiple missions and strategic projects to implement the NDS and GIES strategic goals and authorities. Support the development of project plans, roadmaps, plan of actions and milestones (POAMs) related to GIES strategic activities.  
• Support GIES Senior Leadership with conducting analyses, due diligence, data analytics, tracking, and other duties and responsibilities as it pertains to strategic planning, transformation, and implementation activities. 
• Assist the GIES Principal Director, the GIES Front Office and project teams, and DoD senior leadership with the development of various strategic communications, outreach, change management and transformation programs, processes, and documentation (i.e., Decision Briefings/White Papers, roadshows, conferences, speaking engagements and presentations). 

Required Qualifications: 

• TOP SECRET/SCI eligible 
• Bachelor’s degree 
• 5 years’ relevant experience in strategic planning, project/program management, transformation, communications, and decision support.
• Demonstrated knowledge, experience, and ability to develop solutions, recommendations, or outcomes across multiple complex tasks and/or organizations.  
• Experience evaluating options in the context of project objectives and contribute to the implementation of strategic direction.  
• Experience supporting project objectives through activities such as conducting interviews, gathering data, and developing project objective recommendations. 
• Ability to direct the activities of Management Consultants or other staff as necessary. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Strong interpersonal/social skills 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to direct the activities of Management Consultants or other staff as necessary. 
• Demonstrated experience operating within the Department of Defense (DoD), the Industrial Base Policy or a similar, strategic-level staff environment 
• Proven ability to brief, interact with, and provide counsel to senior military leaders, including Flag and General Officers 
• Experience supporting on-site implementation of project plans and process improvement initiates ensuring objectives are met. 
• Professional certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) a Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) or a recognized equivalent with a track record of driving successful process improvement initiatives. 

Position Overview: 

ANSER is seeking a Mitigation Manager to provide mitigation/compliance and enforcement analysis for the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy (IBP) Global Investment and Economic Security Directorate (GIES). In this role you will review transactional documents, regulations, government contracts, and real estate contracts.  You will provide legal reviews of mergers and acquisitions, business/corporate law, regulations, finance, international trade, national security, litigation, and technology; and collaborate with Investment Analysts to draft complex agreements such as National Security Agreements and written briefing packages for senior government officials.  

 Day to Day Responsibilities: 

• Review transactional documents, regulations, government contracts, and real estate contracts. 
• Support legal reviews of mergers and acquisitions, business/corporate law, regulations, finance, international trade, national security, litigation, and technology.  
• Collaboratively work with Investment Analysts on drafting complex agreements such as National Security Agreements and written briefing packages for senior government officials.  
• Collaboratively work with Investment Analysts and Team Telecom Analysts, transaction parties, counsel, equity holders, and senior counsel. 
• Provide compliance monitoring for the implementation of CFIUS agreements and orders to ensure risks identified in a transaction are appropriately mitigated:
  • coordinating and communicating with agreement parties on compliance concerns  
  • interviewing monitored party nominations  
  • evaluating parties' compliance  
  • analyzing legal and policy case compliance concerns and providing recommendations for DoD decisions  
  • preparing and supporting necessary compliance reports and enforcement documentation  
• Negotiation and drafting of CFIUS legal documents, to include waivers, joinders, amendments, and terminations.  
• Execute CFIUS and Team Telecom compliance monitoring through site visits, DoD stakeholder meetings and visits, and other meetings for the purpose of compliance monitoring
• Develop, maintain, and execute policies and standard procedures for the CFIUS interagency process and for DoD monitoring of foreign investment risk associated with product integrity, supply assurance, collocation, and technology transfer.
• Support compliance monitoring function with business operations professionals and cybersecurity expertise. 
• Produce case summaries, talking points, and action memos for DoD leadership.  
• Support evolving investment and technology security policy developments, and CFIUS policy developments as required.  
• Work with Case Managers to finish RBAs and develop mitigation terms in coordination with the Business Transaction Specialist, Cybersecurity Specialist, Senior Engineer, and DoD Stakeholders. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Active TS/SCI clearance 
• Master's Degree.
• 6 or more years’ relevant mitigation/compliance and enforcement analysis 
• Experience providing solutions to an organization’s challenges through the application of knowledge gained through similar prior engagements.  
• Experience in directing the activities of specialists or other staff as needed on activities
• Four years of relevant legal experience with Transactional Law, mergers and acquisitions, Corporate Law, contract negotiation, data protection and privacy law, cybersecurity, national security, or military law.    

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Juris Doctorate Degree.
• Strong interpersonal/social skills 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills 
• Demonstrated experience operating within the Department of Defense (DoD), the Industrial Base Policy or a similar, strategic-level staff environment 
• Proven ability to brief, interact with, and provide counsel to senior military leaders, including Flag and General Officers 
• Experience supporting on-site implementation of project plans and process improvement initiates ensuring objectives are met 
• Professional certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) a Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) or a recognized equivalent with a track record of driving successful process improvement initiatives. 

Position Summary
ANSER is seeking a Senior Cyber Excepted Service (CES) Workforce Policy Analyst to support the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO). In this role, you will provide expert guidance on CES-related human resources policies, recruitment, and staffing processes, supporting DoD Component leaders, HR offices, and the workforce. You will develop policy guidance, advise stakeholders, and coordinate workforce management initiatives across the enterprise.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Advise DoD Components on procedural and regulatory requirements governing CES recruitment and staffing.
• Support CES component stakeholders throughout staffing processes, tailoring guidance to diverse audiences.
• Review and verify CES personnel actions, including coding and processing, using current automated HR tools in compliance with statutory and regulatory guidance.
• Evaluate requests for special salary rates, recruitment bonuses, retention incentives, allowances, and other authorities.
• Review, develop, or revise CES staffing policies, supplemental guidance documents, and issue papers.
• Research and analyze interrelationships between federal personnel systems (e.g., GS, FWS, DCIPS, Demos) and CES requirements.
• Respond to component inquiries and coordinate staff actions across Workforce Innovation Directorate (WID) teams.
• Assist government leadership staff in stakeholder communications, meetings, and correspondence.
• Prepare briefings, multimedia presentations, white papers, and informational memoranda.
• Coordinate joint efforts with other groups and maintain accountability for assigned tasks.

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance
• PhD in a related field with 20 years of relevant experience or Master’s degree in a related field with 28 years of relevant experience
• Extensive experience in federal HR, recruitment, staffing, or workforce policy related to CES or similar personnel systems
• Strong expertise in analyzing and advising on complex HR policies, processes, and automated HR tools

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of federal HR experience (preferably within DoD) with deep knowledge of CES recruitment and staffing policies
• Expert understanding of Title 5, Title 10, and Department of Defense personnel policies
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for representing DoD CIO positions
• Prior experience at the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) level
• Advanced MS Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient in Excel and Outlook
• Experience with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint development and administration
• Ability to work independently and manage projects from conception to completion
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Experience supporting IT or cyberspace activities within military services, Defense Agencies, or Field Activities

Position Summary

ANSER is seeking a Senior Cyber Workforce Analyst to support the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO) at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA. In this role you will provide subject matter expertise in cyber workforce policy, governance, recruitment, retention, and professional development programs supporting DoD cyber workforce initiatives. In this role you will conduct research and policy analysis, develop recommendations for senior leadership, and help integrate cyber workforce programs into strategic plans and enterprise-level implementation efforts.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Conduct research and specialized analysis of DoD cyber workforce policies, plans, and governance processes.
• Support development, revision, and staffing of DoD Directives, Instructions, and other formal policy issuances.
• Assist with integrating cyber workforce policy, governance, recruitment, retention, and professional development programs into strategic planning and implementation initiatives.
• Provide subject matter expertise to review legislative proposals and draft responses or recommendations for the DoD CIO related to the Cyber Excepted Service (CES), cyber workforce policy, and related initiatives.
• Coordinate policy documents, briefings, and recommendations with DoD Legislative Affairs, Military Services, and other DoD Component stakeholders.
• Analyze workforce policies and programs to identify opportunities for improvement in cyber workforce recruitment, development, and retention.
• Develop briefing materials, analytical reports, and policy recommendations for senior DoD leadership.
• Support cross-component coordination to ensure alignment between cyber workforce policies and broader DoD workforce strategies.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility/adjudication
• Master’s degree in public policy, cybersecurity policy, national security studies, public administration, workforce development, or a related field
• 12 years of relevant professional experience, including experience supporting DoD or federal workforce policy development, cyber workforce strategy, or related governance initiatives
• Demonstrated experience analyzing workforce policies, drafting policy recommendations, and supporting development or revision of DoD directives, instructions, or similar policy documents
• Experience supporting or advising senior leadership on cyber workforce initiatives, talent management programs, or workforce modernization efforts
• Familiarity with the Cyber Excepted Service (CES), the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF), or related cyber workforce policy initiatives
• Experience coordinating policy or program initiatives across multiple stakeholders, including DoD Components, Military Services, and legislative affairs offices
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills with experience preparing executive-level briefings and report

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) or similarly senior DoD-level organizations
• Demonstrated experience supporting congressional or legislative engagement related to workforce or cyber policy
• Advanced Microsoft Word and PowerPoint skills; strong Excel and Outlook proficiency
• Experience with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint development and administration
• Ability to work independently and manage projects from concept through completion
• Highly motivated professional capable of managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong collaboration skills with experience working across multiple organizations and stakeholder groups

Position Summary
ANSER is seeking a Senior Training Specialist Expert to support the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO) in developing and delivering cyber workforce training. In this role, you will provide technical guidance, create learning materials, and administer programs designed to enhance knowledge and skills across the workforce, managers, and HR practitioners.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Develop and update training modules to provide cyber workforce upskilling and professional development opportunities.
• Create video training and other multimedia products to increase program awareness across the Workforce Innovation Directorate.
• Design and deploy training materials explaining cyber occupational structures, employment, placement, and compensation to HR practitioners.
• Provide technical advice and guidance to enhance training content and delivery methods.
• Administer knowledge and skills enhancement programs, such as rotational programs, to support workforce development.
• Coordinate with program stakeholders to ensure training aligns with organizational goals and cyber workforce initiatives.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements to materials and delivery approaches.

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., cybersecurity, information systems, human capital management, or similar)
• 10 years of professional experience in workforce training, learning and development, or related roles supporting federal, military, or defense organizations. Experience must include:
• Designing and delivering technical or cyber-focused training programs
• Developing instructional materials and multimedia content
• Supporting workforce skill development initiatives for employees and managers

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Prior experience working at the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) level
• Advanced MS Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient in Excel and Outlook
• Experience with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint development and administration
• Ability to manage competing priorities and workloads in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects from conception to completion
• Highly motivated professional with strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Position Summary

ANSER is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to support the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO) at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA. In this role you will provide technical and analytical expertise supporting cyber workforce statutory and policy reporting requirements. In this role you will analyze cyber workforce compensation trends, develop data-driven insights, and enhance analytic capabilities used for strategic workforce planning and oversight.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Analyze cyber workforce compensation trends across public and private sectors at occupational and work-role levels.
• Support development and sustainment of analytic capabilities used to track cyber personnel and workforce positions.
• Provide technical recommendations to enhance cyber compensation programs, including Market Supplement and related policy oversight.
• Assist in the design, evaluation, and improvement of cyber workforce compensation program initiatives.
• Support data acquisition, governance, privacy protection, and data model sustainment.
• Implement enhancements to data models based on emerging policy and programmatic requirements.
• Support the full lifecycle of data engineering activities related to manpower, personnel, and qualification data sources.
• Develop and maintain Business Intelligence (BI) dashboards to enable data-driven decision-making and leadership oversight.
• Scope and implement analytics dashboard enhancements incorporating persona-based user input.

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, information systems, computer science, statistics, or a related field
• 10 years of relevant professional experience in data analytics, workforce analytics, or data engineering
• Experience supporting data analysis, reporting, and visualization initiatives
• Experience working with workforce, personnel, or organizational data sets
• Knowledge of data governance, privacy protection, and data management best practices
• Ability to translate complex analytical findings into clear recommendations for leadership
• Currently reside within a reasonable commuting distance from Alexandria, VA (55 miles). 

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) or similar senior-level DoD organizations
• Experience with Business Intelligence tools and dashboard development
• Advanced Microsoft Word and PowerPoint skills; strong Excel and Outlook proficiency
• Experience with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint development and administration
• Ability to work independently and manage projects from concept through completion

Position Overview

ANSER is seeking a Senior Economic Security Advisor to support the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy (IBP), Global Investment and Economic Security Directorate (GIES). In this role you will provide subject matter expertise to advance GIES’s mission of protecting the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). You will support CFIUS, 1260H List, domestic M&A antitrust reviews, outbound investment, international engagement, data analytics, and future DoD economic security initiatives.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Review CFIUS and non-notified missions, 1260H List companies, domestic M&A, Team Telecom, ICTS, outbound investment, and FCC license applications, including corporate ownership structures, foreign influence, cybersecurity, physical security, and USG contracting information.
• Lead and manage research and analysis of emerging technologies relevant to GIES risk assessments.
• Conduct due diligence and fact-finding research independently and with DoD stakeholders to evaluate foreign participation risks to communications, network resiliency, supply chains, personal data, and cybersecurity.
• Identify industry and engineering trends, evaluate technology-driven risks with national security implications, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Propose, implement, and refine office policies and risk frameworks to address scientific, engineering, and technology-based threats.
• Develop methods to identify trends and patterns affecting foreign investment and risk assessment.
• Support telecommunications and technology security policy development.
• Prepare reports, analytic summaries, and policy recommendations for senior leadership.
• Lead technologically focused research and analysis initiatives as directed.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI eligible clearance
• Master’s degree
• 12 years’ experience in economic security advising
• Experience and/or understanding of economic security topics, including international trade, supply chain assurance, foreign investment policy, technology development, export control, intelligence analysis, war gaming, risk management, and the CFIUS process
• Experience supporting evolving GIES programs and initiatives to meet diverse mission requirements
• Experience providing policy assessments, establishing pilot programs, and developing white papers or recommendation presentations
• Experience supporting senior leadership with strategic planning, analysis, project management, and program management
• Experience establishing, reforming, and optimizing strategic, governance, business, and communication processes to build GIES operational functions

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated experience within DoD, Industrial Base Policy, or a similar strategic-level staff environment
• Proven experience briefing, interacting with, and providing counsel to senior military leaders, including Flag and General Officers
• Experience supporting on-site implementation of project plans and process improvement initiatives
• Professional certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher), or equivalent, with a track record of driving successful process improvement initiatives

Position Overview:
ANSER is seeking a senior level Workforce Policy Analyst to support the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO). In this role you will provide technical advice and guidance on an array of Cyber Excepted Service (CES) related matters to DoD Component leaders, HR offices, and the general workforce.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Advise and/or assist CES component stakeholders throughout the staffing process, tailoring communication to address multiple audiences.
• Advises component POCs on the proper coding and/or processing of CES personnel actions, using the current automated tools, in accordance with HR statutory and regulatory guidance.
• Review and verify justifications for requesting use of special salary rates, recruitment bonuses, retentions, allowances, and other authorities.
• Review and provide input to the development and/or revision to CES staffing related policies and procedures.
• Develop associated CES supplemental guidance documents, issue papers, and products that facilitate successful CES oversight.
• Research and evaluate the interrelationships between various federal personnel systems (e.g. General Schedule (GS), Federal Wage System (FWS), Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS), Demonstration Projects (Demos)) and unique components of each system.
• Research and draft responses to component inquiries.
• Assist in coordinating staff actions across the WID staff.
• Assist the Government Leadership staff when they coordinate/communicate, including calls, responding to email, and interfacing, with stakeholders or their staff at all levels within DoD.
• Coordinate joint efforts with other groups and offices and maintain accountability of all assigned tasks.
• Prepare and assist in the development of briefings, multimedia presentations, white papers, and informational memoranda.

Required Qualifications:

• Active Secret Clearance.
• Master’s degree from an accredited university.
• 15 years of progressive experience directly related to federal workforce policy.  Will consider an additional 2 years of direct experience in federal workforce policy and analysis for a total of 17 years with a bachelor’s degree.
• 7+ years’ experience in federal human resources, recruiting or workforce planning within the DoD.
• 1 year of hands on experience with excepted service requirements and federal job classification.
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of Title 5, Title 10 and Department of Defense personnel policies.
• Advanced MS Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient Excel and Outlook application skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills to represent the interests and positions of DoD CIO.
• Highly motivated professional and capable of managing demanding workload while prioritizing and managing competing priorities.
• Experience with Teams and SharePoint development and management.
• PMP Certification
• Prior experience supporting IT or cyberspace activities with the military services and / or Defense Agencies and Field Activities.