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 Senior Contract Specialist to support our Department of Defense customer in Alexandria, VA. 

The Senior Contract Specialist should be a Subject Matter Expert in Life Cycle acquisitions to support DoD. This position conducts highly specialized, mission-critical procurements for the agency. The SME advises/supports pre-award and post-award contracting functions for a variety of complex requirements, including services, supplies, Research and Development (R&D), and encompasses a mixed portfolio of Grants, Cooperative Agreements, Intragovernmental, Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business technology Transfer (STTR) programs, and Technology Investment agreements.

Roles & Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Serves as Non-Government Advisor to Contracting Officers, Specialists, or Division
• Manages the full contract lifecycle for complex systems and R&D programs, from acquisition planning through closeout
• Thorough understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Overhaul and Executive Order 14275
• Leads procurement planning, including market research, requirements development, and acquisition strategy for major programs
• Develops and executes source selection processes, including solicitation preparation, proposal evaluation, and preproposal activities
• Negotiates contract terms, conditions, and pricing, and leads contract award decisions
• Performs contract administration, including funding actions, modifications, performance monitoring, and issue resolution
• Advises program officials on procurement strategies, statement of work development, and contracting approaches
• Applies innovative and compliant contracting solutions to address complex or limited cost/pricing data scenarios
• Supports protests and claims
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders and external agencies to support contract execution and performance

Basic Qualifications:

• S. Citizen with current or ability to obtain DoD Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree required
• 12+ years of government acquisition and contracting 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)
• Strong experience in contract administration, including performance management, modifications, terminations, and closeout
• Proven ability to develop requirements, conduct market research, build cost estimates, and prepare solicitation packages
• Advanced analytical skills to resolve complex contracting issues and develop effective, compliant solutions
• Proficient in cost/price analysis and establishing pre-negotiation positions
• In-depth knowledge of acquisition regulations, contract types, and source selection procedures
• Strong negotiation skills with senior government, industry, and technical stakeholders
• Ability to complete more complex tasks with minimal guidance
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to travel to support client needs

Desired training certs:

• Level III 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)

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 – 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 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

The Counter-Weapons of Mass Destruction (C-WMD) Staff Officer I will support the Counter Proliferation and Weapons of Mass Destruction Directorate within the Sensitive Activities & Special Programs (SASP) Office under the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Intelligence and Security (OUSW(I&S)). This role involves providing comprehensive support in the preparation and coordination of briefings, reports, and policy recommendations related to counterproliferation efforts of chemical, biological, and nuclear weapons.

Work Location:  Pentagon, Arlington, VA

Clearance:  TS/SCI

Job Responsibilities and/or Success Factors

Briefing and Reporting:

• Prepare detailed briefings and staff packages for OUSW(I&S) leadership on counterproliferation of WMD and delivery systems.
• Evaluate commercial technologies and prepare compatibility studies to reduce the need for further R&D or duplication of efforts.

Policy and Framework Development:

• Assist in developing processes and frameworks within the DoW and broader interagency and Intelligence Community (IC).
• Provide recommendations on the appropriate Title authorities (e.g., Title 10, Title 50) for applications and their use.

Representation and Coordination:

• Represent C-WMD at various working-level meetings and conferences, taking notes, and preparing meeting minutes or after-action reports.
• Develop and coordinate staff packages and technical mission integration efforts within DoW and across the IC.

Strategic Planning:

• Develop OSW staffing packages with time-sensitive requirements for senior leadership approval, including the Secretary of War and National Security Council.
• Make recommendations to senior leadership on potential paths forward based on meeting discussions and evaluations.

Education and Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen with an active TS/SCI Clearance.
• Associate degree required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience producing reports and briefings in DoW or the Intelligence Community.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working to counter the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their delivery systems.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex technologies and frameworks.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to prepare comprehensive briefings and reports.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

Your Impact:

• Responsible for safety of passengers and crew, and oversees all flights accepted
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with flight crew, dispatch and partners
• Actively shares flight knowledge with team members and serves as a resource to discuss transport, flight operations, and other work-related topics
• Follows all regulations, manuals, and company policies during flights
• Completes flight documentation accurately and promptly
• Supervises loading of aircraft, refueling and ensures safe weight and balance
• Adheres to proper Crew Resources Management (CRM) technique
• Actively participates in the Life Link III Safety Management System
• Responsible for pertinent information regarding all flights, including NOTAMs, TFRs, and weather information
• Work cohesively as a unit to accomplish all Life Link III assignments including patient transfers  
• Responsible for maintaining qualifications as required in CFRs
• Proactively pursues professional growth and supports the learning and development of others

Your Qualifications:

• Commercial pilot certificate and instrument rating for category and class of aircraft
• Current FAA Class I or II Medical Certificate
• 2000 total flight hours or meets CAMTS equivalency
• 1500 hours Helicopter flight hours
• 1000 hours PIC in category
• 500 hours of rotorcraft turbine time
• 200 hours of cross country
• 50 hours of unaided night can be accepted with a minimum of 100 hours of aided night
• 50 hours of hood or actual time instrument time in flight in category.  (Simulator time does not count.) A pilot that is dual qualified in fixed wing with 100 hours of actual instrument time can reduce this requirement to 25 hours.
• Able to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in HAA operations
• Prior Search and Rescue Experience
• ATP Certificate
• Bachelor’s degree

What We Offer:

• Base Pay Rate: $53.74 - $67.11 per hour, based on experience
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage starting the first of the month following date of hire
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match
• 401k with employer match fully vested
• Generous paid leave and paid time off to foster work/life balance
• Life, disability, critical illness, and accident insurance
• Tuition/Training reimbursement program
• 12-hour shifts with a 7 on 7 off schedule
• Annual $100 boot reimbursement
• Company use of aircraft to obtain ATP