Terror Organization Analysis Subject Matter Expert

Position description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.  

The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division (JOID) provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.

SPA’s NATO Allied Command Transformation Group, within JOID, provides capability development, portfolio management, program management, quality management, cost estimation analysis, standardization, reporting, software solutions and information management, and capability management support. We also provide an improved capability requirements capture process, including the generation, documentation, and tracing of user requirements, with appropriate technical scrutiny, over the entire lifecycle of the requirements from capability definition through capability realization and capability usage. 

We have a near-term need for a Terror Organization SME to provide onsite support out of HQ SACT in Norfolk, VA.

Responsibilities

The candidate will work collaboratively with NATO Stakeholders to support the Wargaming Branch in ACT. Provide subject matter expertise on designated terrorist organizations and consultable on matters spanning terrorism or counter-terrorism operation. Coordinate external subject matter expertise on Terrorism in support of designated projects, ensuring alignment with the Tier approach to leverage knowledge across NATO and relevant external entities, mainly when such expertise is not resident within SACT HQ. Assist in developing, coordinating, and advising on the implementations of WDA Lines of Delivery focused on the NWCC timeline and the strategic/operational challenges associated with designated terror groups. Conduct in-depth research and analysis on emerging threats, adversarial strategies, and technological advancements to inform the Red Team’s activities and support NATO’s decision-making processes. Assist in drafting, reviewing, and finalizing Red Team reports, strategic analyses, and wargame evaluations to ensure high-quality deliverables that meet NATO standards. Apply SME-level analytic skills in order to recommend the actions required for a variety of ACT projects and wargames related to designated terror groups. Provide advice and assessments to validate that counter-terrorism planning inputs are strategically sound. Provide reach-back support to NATO HQ and ACT Directorates for planning activities, contingencies, and exercise events relating to designated terror groups. Act as a liaison between the Red Team and other NATO entities, supporting coordination efforts, sharing intelligence, and ensuring alignment with broader NATO objectives and strategic initiatives. Provide specialized operational and analytical support to the Red Team leader, offering insights and expertise to enhance the effectiveness of Red Team activities and outputs. Develop and maintain a repository of Red Team knowledge including best practices, lessons learned, and research findings to ensure that the Red Team benefits from cumulative knowledge and continues to improve its effectiveness. Support the development of Red Team personnel by identifying and sharing emerging trends, adversarial methodologies, and critical thinking strategies that enhance the team’s capabilities.

Qualifications

Required:

• Nationality of one of the NATO member countries
• Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline and 4+ years of experience
• Experience as a field grade officer with a background in counter intelligence or demonstrated counter-terrorism operations
• Possess experience working in a Strategic Headquarters dealing with complex issues related to Terrorism
• NATO Secret clearance or national equivalent
• PMP or its equivalent
• Demonstrated experience working with international teams
• Demonstrated experience in project management to include complex stakeholder management tasks
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Demonstrated research experience in a relevant accredited academic institution or organization, or similar experience, related to the field or expertise
• Having lived or worked in the area of concentration if a regional caveat applies
• Possess experience in corporate, government or academic environment in analysis concerning international relations security studies, or similar
• Published work that demonstrates knowledge of regional political/geopolitical, human, and economical issues
• Demonstrated fluency in English
• Understanding of NATO and its unique structure and work environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other collaborative software as applicable
• Able to work fully onsite based on client needs

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