Chemical Security & Elimination Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Red Gate Group•Fort Belvoir, VA

60d

About The Position

The Red Gate Group is seeking a Chemical Security & Elimination Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA). In this mission-critical role, you will help strengthen global defenses against chemical weapons and materials by advising partner nations, shaping capability development, and guiding complex threat reduction initiatives. You will apply deep chemical defense expertise, interagency awareness, and program management skill to ensure security, elimination, and incident response efforts support the National Defense Strategy, Combatant Command objectives, and Global Threat Reduction (GTR) priorities. Your insights will directly influence operational planning, acquisition strategy, and international capacity building in some of the most sensitive and consequential mission areas.

Requirements

5+ years of relevant CWMD/CBRN experience and/or education.
Demonstrated foundational understanding of chemistry fundamentals (e.g., Basic CBRN Defense School, Basic EOD, Hazmat Technician).
Familiarity with operation/theory of CBRN detection and identification systems, including IMS, PID, FTIR, Raman, GC/MS, LC/MS, etc.
Knowledge of CWAs (including 4th Generation Agents), PBAs, emerging threats, and delivery systems.
Ability to integrate chemical safety, security, and elimination into operational risk frameworks.
Experience producing technical, senior-ready written products and instructional content.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and independent work capability.
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
Active DoD SECRET clearance

Nice To Haves

10+ years of CWMD/CBRN experience.
Advanced understanding of chemistry (e.g., Civil Support Team, Master EOD, Hazmat Specialist).
Formal operator training on advanced CBRN detection and identification systems.
Experience with: DOD, DHS, DOE, National Laboratories, Interagency coordination, International threat reduction and capacity-building programs
Knowledge of U.S. and international regulations related to the transport of dangerous goods (IATA, CFR 49, ADR, etc.).
Understanding of chemical forensics, emerging agent trends, and chemical security policy.
TS/SCI eligibility highly desired.

Responsibilities

Serve as a technical, analytical, and strategic advisor
Develop and deliver high-level briefings translating complex chemical threat issues into actionable guidance for senior DoD officials.
Conduct vulnerability assessments, training needs analyses, and capability evaluations for partner nations.
Lead requirements definition and strategy development for: Chemical security & elimination missions, Chemical UXO response, Site and transportation security, Post-interdiction counter-smuggling activities
Develop and review SOWs, WBSs, IGCEs, source selection criteria, and technical proposal evaluations.
Support development of programmatic documentation, including POM inputs, spend plans, performance metrics, and reporting requirements for OSD and DTRA.
Coordinate with analysts on budget development, sustainment plans, cost/performance trade-off analysis, and regulatory/QA compliance.
Advise project officers on strategy alignment with: U.S. National Strategies, Geographic Combatant Command plans, GTR priorities, Interagency partner initiatives
Engage with U.S. Government, contractors, foreign governments, and international stakeholders to advance mission execution.
Support and participate in OCONUS partner-nation engagements (travel approx. 25%).
Write mission-impact products including decision papers, action memos, talking points, and technical briefs.
Review deliverables and provide expert comments that improve project execution and sustainment.
Develop trip books and detailed post-engagement reports.