Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) Analyst (Secret Clearance Required)
About The Position
The Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) Analyst Supports the Navy Director of Innovation Protection Policies Program Manager position in the development of investigative capabilities/tools and substantive analysis of the national and economic security risks arising from new and emerging technologies, especially as relates to the missions of the DOW, Navy, and ONR, the national innovation ecosystem and the Defense Industrial Base. Conducts research, produces reports and analyses, and assists in the management and execution of program tasking. This role requires professionalism, discretion, and strong communication skills, as the individual may interface with senior leaders within the organization, state government, other federal agencies, and businesses. The candidate must possess a professional demeanor and be able to communicate courteously and professionally. An independent thinker who can solve problems tactfully when they arise is essential. Creative thinking may be needed to find relevant materials in emerging areas of technology, law, and policy. Critical thinking and strategic analysis skills are a must. The candidate should be comfortable gathering research and making recommendations in the face of ambiguity. The role requires the ability to work independently and complete assignments in a timely manner, as well as collaboratively with others.
Requirements
- Active SECRET level clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET level clearance.
- Technical degree in Science or Engineering.
- Familiarity with MS Office products and Adobe.
- Ability to organize and archive research results for later retrieval in a systemic manner.
- Advanced expertise with MS Word, Google docs, MS Powerpoint and similar tools, especially use of footnotes, creating table of contents, endnotes, figure labeling using the tools embedded in those programs, and equation editors.
- Use of Adobe to create, edit and sign documents.
- Knowledge of acquisitions processes and how to work with acquisitions, budget and contracts personnel.
- Knowledge of Excel and ability to assist with tracking and managing budget expenditures.
- Familiar with Legal Research Tools.
- Graduate of accredited law school or has passed the bar in one of the 50 US States or Territories.
Nice To Haves
- Registered patent attorney currently licensed to practice but not required.
- No disciplinary record or history.
- Knowledge in one or more of the following areas of law: International trade law, Intellectual property law, Data and privacy law, Artificial intelligence, Computer and technology law.
- Knowledge of USPTO Rules and Procedures.
- Knowledge of Standards Economics of law and policy.
Responsibilities
- Develop investigative capabilities/tools and conduct substantive analysis of national and economic security risks from new and emerging technologies.
- Analyze risks related to the missions of the DOW, Navy, and ONR, the national innovation ecosystem, and the Defense Industrial Base.
- Conduct research, produce reports and analyses.
- Assist in the management and execution of program tasking.
- Prepare written memorandums and presentations of research results.
- Acquire familiarity and facility with department specialized research tools such as Lexis, patent research tools, scientific literature, and financial research tools and complete research assignments employing those tools.
- Prepare reports and presentations, including complex documents and publication-ready research documents.
- Organize results to prepare charts and graphs that convey complex data in a digestible form.
- Interface with Security, Legislative Affairs, and Public Affairs as needed to comply with organization policies for release of information to stakeholders.
- Assist with acquisitions processes, knowledge of P card or warrant holder processes, and working with acquisitions, budget, and contracts personnel.
- Assist with tracking and managing budget expenditures using Excel.
- Assist in the preparation of budget documents, management of contracts, scheduling meetings, and other clerical overhead tasking.
- Track training requirements, including continuing education requirements.
Benefits
- Direct Deposits & Allotment
- 11 Paid Federal Holidays
- Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Insurance
- Virtual Doctor Visits (unlimited/$0 copays)
- Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance Program
- Flexible Spending Plans for healthcare, dependent care, & parking/transportation
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Travel Assistance Program
- Education Reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match & profit sharing
- Paid Parking
- Grocery Delivery Service Fee Reimbursement
- Pet Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
