Strategic Functional Specialist/Advisor - TS/SCI

Parsons•Springfield, MO

About The Position

Parsons is seeking a highly talented Strategic Functional Specialist/Advisor to join our Mission Assurance Branch. In this pivotal role, you will align daily operations with long-term enterprise objectives, lead the development of multi-year strategic plans, and shape governance and business continuity frameworks.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen
Must have an active TS/SCI clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field, plus 5+ years of relevant experience (additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).
Proven experience in program management, with a strong record of translating complex operational data into actionable executive recommendations.
Advanced knowledge of Federal Continuity Directives (FCD 1 & FCD 2), DoD Mission Assurance strategies, and Intelligence Community (IC) Continuity policies.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex strategies, risk assessments, and metrics to senior executives and diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrated success leading complex initiatives, making sound decisions under uncertainty, and optimizing operational resources.
Experience leading special projects and strategic initiatives in dynamic, high-pressure environments.
Expertise in drafting executive-level white papers, strategic plans, and standard operating procedures, with extensive experience presenting to senior government officials.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with standard business applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, MS Teams).
FEMA Level 1 certification (or ability to obtain within six months of hire).

Responsibilities

Lead and Mentor: Guide Functional Analysts to achieve performance goals and foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
Resource & Task Management: Coordinate assignments, manage scheduling and resource requests, resolve conflicts, and ensure task visibility for all stakeholders.
Strategic Planning & Compliance: Develop, coordinate, and execute multi-year strategic management plans (COOP, NGOC, PI&ID), ensuring alignment with National, DoD, ODNI/IC, NSG, and NGA guidelines.
Policy & Communication: Draft and publish NGA policies and procedures; deliver executive-level briefings and updates to government leadership.
Performance & Special Projects: Capture and report branch performance metrics; drive special projects and strategic initiatives through structured problem-solving and resource optimization.
Professional Development: Complete required training and development activities as directed by government leadership.