Emerging Technologies Protection Program Advisor
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Location: Washington, DC 20011
Description:
Type of Requisition:
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Secret
Public Trust/Other Required:
None
Job Family:
National Security Analysis
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
China Research, Emerging Technologies, National Security, Nonproliferation, Security Research
Certifications:
None
Experience:
4 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
GDIT is seeking a Program Advisor to oversee national security trainings abroad to protect emerging technologies, such as AI, quantum computing, semiconductors, and space tech, from theft by U.S. adversaries for military, economic, and technological advantage.
GDIT partners with the U.S. Department of State's Office of Cooperative Threat Reduction (CTR) to advance the Administration's top national security priorities, including countering China's Military-Civil Fusion strategy to acquire emerging technologies for military advantage.
The Program Advisor will serve as an on-site contractor at the Department of State and assist CTR in developing, implementing, and coordinating national security programs on topics such as: research security, intellectual property protection for commercial and research environments, chain protection measures, and cybersecurity practices to secure science and technologies including AI, quantum information sciences, semiconductors, and space technologies.
The Program Advisor will be responsible for providing programmatic, financial, and technical oversight of assigned activities in several priority areas countries and will work closely with various Department of State offices, relevant interagency groups, technical experts, and other key stakeholders, including foreign governments, to develop and execute program activities. The Program Advisor will provide technical support to relevant policy development and implementation within the Department of State as needed.
This position is contingent on funding.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
GDIT CAREERS
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General Dynamics Information Technology is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
The likely salary range for this position is $102,000 - $138,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Travel Required:
10-25%
Telecommuting Options:
Onsite
Work Location:
USA DC Washington
Additional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation's most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Secret
Public Trust/Other Required:
None
Job Family:
National Security Analysis
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
China Research, Emerging Technologies, National Security, Nonproliferation, Security Research
Certifications:
None
Experience:
4 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
GDIT is seeking a Program Advisor to oversee national security trainings abroad to protect emerging technologies, such as AI, quantum computing, semiconductors, and space tech, from theft by U.S. adversaries for military, economic, and technological advantage.
GDIT partners with the U.S. Department of State's Office of Cooperative Threat Reduction (CTR) to advance the Administration's top national security priorities, including countering China's Military-Civil Fusion strategy to acquire emerging technologies for military advantage.
The Program Advisor will serve as an on-site contractor at the Department of State and assist CTR in developing, implementing, and coordinating national security programs on topics such as: research security, intellectual property protection for commercial and research environments, chain protection measures, and cybersecurity practices to secure science and technologies including AI, quantum information sciences, semiconductors, and space technologies.
The Program Advisor will be responsible for providing programmatic, financial, and technical oversight of assigned activities in several priority areas countries and will work closely with various Department of State offices, relevant interagency groups, technical experts, and other key stakeholders, including foreign governments, to develop and execute program activities. The Program Advisor will provide technical support to relevant policy development and implementation within the Department of State as needed.
This position is contingent on funding.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement foreign assistance strategies and national security programming to protect emerging technologies, supply chains, and international research collaborations from being exploited by U.S. adversaries for military, economic, and technological gains.
- Assist and lead third-party implementers in achieving CTR objectives.
- Review threat reduction project proposals and make recommendations for funding based on geographical and subject matter expertise.
- Support CTR's budget planning process, to include the preparation of documentation for grants, cooperative agreements, and Interagency Agreement documents; financial monitoring; financial reconciliation; and financial close out.
- Conduct research and analysis to support tailored programs to advance national security priorities.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- Represent CTR in technical and policy discussions and working groups.
- Collaborate across the State Department and with partners in the U.S. interagency to align CTR national security programs with U.S. government (USG) nonproliferation priorities and related activities to ensure effective and efficient implementation.
- Brief high-level officials in the Department of State, interagency, foreign governments, and senior industry executives on CTR programmatic activities and related policy perspectives.
- Representing CTR in domestic and foreign meetings as required.
- Other activities as assigned by the ISN/CTR Office Director, Deputy Director, Team Chief, and Deputy Team Chief.
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated prior experience working on USG international nonproliferation, emerging technology protection, scientific, or other WMD nonproliferation and national security programs, including the design, development, implementation, and facilitation of exercises and workshops.
- Possess strong writing skills and experience in analysis, research, strategy development, interagency coordination, and implementing international programs in a culturally sensitive manner.
- Possess and demonstrate outstanding skills in diplomacy, communication, teamwork, stakeholder coordination, and project management.
- International travel will be required, and foreign language skills are a plus.
- Must be able to receive and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
- For the Analyst Level: Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 4+ years' relevant experience, Master's degree and 3+ years' relevant experience, or a Ph.D. An international affairs, national security, foreign policy, or technical background is preferred.
- For the Senior Analyst Level: Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 6+ years' relevant experience, Master's degree and 4+ years' relevant experience, or a Ph.D. and 1+ years' relevant experience. An international affairs, national security, foreign policy, or technical background is preferred.
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
- 401K with company match
- Comprehensive health and wellness packages
- Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
- Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
- Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
- Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
GDIT CAREERS
Opportunity Owned
Discover more at www.gdit.com/careers
General Dynamics Information Technology is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
The likely salary range for this position is $102,000 - $138,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Travel Required:
10-25%
Telecommuting Options:
Onsite
Work Location:
USA DC Washington
Additional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation's most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans