Deputy STILO (Special Programs)

University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

4d•$67,128 - $88,914•Onsite

About The Position

The Deputy STILO (Special Programs) assists the ARL:UT Scientific and Technical Intelligence Liaison Officer (STILO) in managing the ARL:UT STILO program under OPNAV Instruction 3880.6B and assists the Operational Security (OPSEC) Manager with the ARL:UT OPSEC program under the DoD OPSEC Program Manual, 5205.02. The role gathers and shares intelligence relevant to ARL:UT research and personnel, assesses threats to sensitive research, and provides intelligence support for foreign travel and contacts. It also supports special programs, contractual security requirements, secure supply chain management, and security controls during sea tests. The position is based at the Pickle Research Campus in standard office conditions. Some weekend, evening, and holiday work and possible interstate or intrastate travel are required. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and must meet government eligibility requirements for access to classified information; employment is contingent on receiving access eligibility within the period specified in the job offer.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Seven years of demonstrated relevant experience in security, intelligence operations, engineering, or a similar field.
Experience assessing foreign threat capabilities, weapons systems, emerging technologies, and military equipment.
Experience publishing Science and Technology (S&T) intelligence updates.
Ability to work and communicate with internal and external clients from varied backgrounds and technical disciplines.
Ability to work independently with sensitive and classified information.
Ability to work under minimal supervision, self-initiate activities, and meet timelines.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to project requirements; continued eligibility, including successful completion of sponsor-required security polygraph examinations, is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
Immediate eligibility for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements.
Five years of experience providing intelligence to Research, Development, and Engineering (RD&E) at a University Affiliated Research Center, Federally Funded Research and Development Center, or Naval organization.
Experience translating engineering or acquisition requirements into intelligence collection requirements.
Experience supporting Navy intelligence requirements and technology as an intelligence officer or analyst.
Experience working with the U.S. Intelligence Community.
Familiarity with the DoD 5000 series Acquisition Management framework.

Responsibilities

Gather relevant Intelligence Community information applicable to ongoing research efforts and ARL:UT personnel and disseminate it to appropriate personnel.
Anticipate intelligence threats to ongoing research and recommend measures to protect sensitive research activities.
Provide intelligence support to the Senior Management Official, University Key Management Personnel, the FSO, and CSSO for foreign travel and contacts involving ARL:UT personnel and University of Texas System cleared personnel.
Review and submit foreign travel reporting documentation for personnel cleared for SCI and/or SAP access.
Serve as an Alternate OPSEC program manager and assist the OPSEC Manager in executing and evaluating OPSEC awareness, education, and training programs.
Ensure ARL:UT policies and procedures meet OPSEC requirements and protect critical information.
Establish and manage program-specific OPSEC plans for sensitive ARL:UT programs.
Liaise between ARL:UT and external agencies for formal intelligence support requests.
Assist the STILO in managing contractual requirements for multi-lab contractual agreements.
Coordinate meetings and VTCs for technical labs and sponsors, and provide logistical support for ARL-hosted SCI and SAP meetings with outside agencies.
Support the CSSO in managing JWICs connectivity and coordinating technology refreshes.
Perform contract reviews and closeouts, identify requirements, and coordinate with applicable security personnel.
Upload contractual requirements to systems of record such as DTIC as needed and maintain records of uploads for government validation and audit.
Support oversight of the secure supply chain management program in accordance with Joint Special Access Program requirements and NIST 800-53 Rev5, including approved supplier and vendor procurement, vendor reviews, and requirements management for government-authorized information systems.
Support the ARL:UT special programs team in developing, implementing, and coordinating required security controls and procedures during sea tests.
Perform other related functions as assigned.