Security Grants Consultant

Enlightened, Inc.•Jersey City, NJ

36d•Onsite

About The Position

Enlightened is seeking a highly motivated Security Grants Consultant to provide subject-matter expertise to ensure security projects are planned and executed in line with grant requirements and best practices. The role connects security program needs, grant rules, and management practices to support strategic use of homeland security grants.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Accounting, Business, Finance, Public Administration, or five (5) years of comparable experience.
Strong research and writing skills, with experience in grant writing or grant program administration.
Familiarity with federal, state, or local grant processes, particularly homeland security–related programs such as UASI and general reimbursement programs.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience managing grant awards, including completing required financial reporting and monitoring project costs, schedules, and budgets.
Strong financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting skills, with experience in grant administration or grant-funded programs preferred.
Excellent organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple grants and deadlines.
Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

Advise on structuring and prioritizing projects to meet both security objectives and grant eligibility criteria.
Support development of multi-year security investment plans, timelines, and funding strategies using UASI and related programs.
Review proposed and active projects for compliance with grant conditions, cost allowability, and documentation standards.
Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on grant processes, requirements, and best practices.
Support post-award activities, such as responding to funder questions, assisting with amendments, and preparing required progress documentation.