Program Management Analyst

Idaho National Laboratory • Washington, DC

4d • $66,504 - $162,732 • Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you will support DTRA's mission through Idaho National Laboratory's technical expertise in biological and/or chemical threat domains. You will provide subject matter input to wargame design, scenario development, and exercise execution focused on WMD threat reduction across the biological and/or chemical domains. This is a mid-level position suited to a candidate with a strong technical foundation who is eager to apply their subject matter expertise to national security wargaming and analysis. Prior wargaming experience is not required. Additionally, there may be other work assigned by DTRA or INL management. You will report to the manager over the Nuclear Nonproliferation. This is a Project Hire position, anticipated for 1 year.

Requirements

• Level 2: Bachelors Degree in relevant field and at least 2 years direct/relevant professional experience.
• Level 3: Bachelors Degree in relevant field and at least 5 years direct/relevant professional experience.
• Education in lieu of degree may be considered if there is extensive military background, uniquely applicable experience or highly specialized knowledge. Level 2 requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 8 years’ direct/relevant experience. Level 3 requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 11 years’ direct/relevant experience.
• Experience in biological or chemical fields.
• This position requires a current Department of Energy (DOE) "Q" and "SCI" clearance or equivalent, which requires US Citizenship.
• Must be willing to work on-site at Ft. Belvoir, VA

Nice To Haves

• Experience or coursework in wargaming, simulation design, or exercise planning.
• Familiarity with DoD, DTRA, or combatant command wargaming methodologies.
• Internship or research experience related to nuclear, biological, or chemical nonproliferation, deterrence, or WMD defense.
• Understanding of joint military exercise structures (tabletop exercises, seminar wargames, etc.).
• Existing active TS/SCI clearance strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of realistic technical scenarios, injects, and adjudication criteria for tabletop exercises and simulations.
• Research and synthesize open-source and technical information on weapons effects, nonproliferation, and CBRN hazards to inform game design.
• Collaborate with military, interagency, and contractor personnel to ensure technical accuracy in wargaming products.
• Assist with after-action reports, lessons learned, and briefing materials for senior stakeholders.
• Communicate with key collaborators to determine portfolio, program, and project requirements and objectives.
• Confer with portfolio, program, and project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
• Create portfolio, program, and project status presentations for delivery to customers, sponsors, and other collaborators.
• Provide guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems- or process-related topics.
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
• Gather and organize information on problems or procedures.
• Analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level