SME Project Officer - HUMINT - Deputy Team Lead - TS/SCI

Malama Kai•Fort Washington, MD
•$185,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

Malama Kai Technologies is seeking a Key Personnel SME Project Officer to support HUMINT operational planning and execution for a sensitive Department of Defense or Intelligence Community program. In this role you will help plan and execute operational activities in demanding environments, apply tradecraft and techniques that protect operational security, and assess and manage operational risk across the collection lifecycle. You will manage tiered human relationships, coordinate with Government stakeholders, and bring disciplined program management to high consequence taskings.

Requirements

  • At least twenty (20) years of progressive, professional experience in managing sensitive DoD or IC programs.
  • Ten years must pertain specifically to the labor category, while the remaining experience must pertain to a related labor category
  • Ability to comprehensively support tasks as they pertain to operational planning and execution.
  • Completed DoD or IC coursework regarding the management of HUMINT activities.
  • Experience planning and executing operational activities in contested environments, with an emphasis on tactics, techniques, and procedures that ensure operational security.
  • Demonstrated ability to assess and manage operational risk.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including the demonstrated ability to maintain composure in stressful environments.
  • Experience maintaining relationships and managing the full collection lifecycle, from initial development through the end of collection.
  • Technical proficiency using multiple communications methods that ensure relationship and content privacy.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to handle complex and highly detailed responsibilities.
  • Experience working collaboratively with others and providing excellent customer service.
  • Ability to prioritize work and make sound decisions.
  • Skill in managing multiple concurrent activities of varying complexity, including adapting to changing priorities and short turnaround times.
  • US Citizenship required.
  • This position requires an active TS/SCI clearance and SAP eligibility. Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements for that clearance level.

Nice To Haves

  • National HUMINT certification or equivalent.
  • Former active US military duty or military intelligence experience/background with experience building a source or asset base.

Responsibilities

  • Support operational planning and execution tasks from initial development through the end of the collection lifecycle.
  • Plan and execute operational activities in contested environments, applying tactics, techniques, and procedures that ensure operational security.
  • Assess and manage operational risk and recommend mitigations to Government leadership.
  • Manage tiered human relationships and source or asset development consistent with DoD and IC guidance.
  • Apply and oversee multiple communications methods that protect relationships and content privacy.
  • Coordinate with DoD and IC stakeholders to synchronize activities, track taskings, and report status.
  • Provide program and project management discipline across schedules, deliverables, and taskings.
  • Lead and mentor team members, and maintain composure and sound judgment in stressful, high-visibility situations.

Benefits

  • We provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
  • We base every employment decision on merit, qualifications, and the needs of the business.
  • We welcome and encourage applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
  • We work with applicants and employees who need a reasonable accommodation.
  • If you need an accommodation to apply, to interview, or to perform the essential functions of a role, contact us at [email protected].
  • Malama Kai Technologies participates in E-Verify and confirms the work authorization of every new hire.
  • We will not ask you for your compensation history.
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