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USW Research & Engineering - Science & Technology - Management & Program Analyst/Director, Technology & Information Security
Application Deadline: 21 September 2026
Department: ASD Science & Technology - DASD Science & Technology Program Protection
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Arlington, VA
Description
Job Title: Management & Program Analyst/Director, Technology & Information Security
JOA: USWRE-2026-000101
Pay Scale: $169,279-$197,200
Open Date: 31 August 2026
Close Date: 21 September 2026
About the Office of Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering
The Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (USWR&E) is at the forefront of shaping the nation's defense capabilities. Our mission is to foster a culture of innovation and drive the development and integration of advanced technology to ensure the superiority of our military forces. The Science & Technology Program Protection division, within the Research & Engineering/Science & Technology directorate, is dedicated to safeguarding our technological edge through robust program protection strategies and cutting-edge system security engineering.
The Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Science and Technology (OASW(S&T)) within OUSD(R&E) directs the Department's enterprise strategy to maintain enduring technological superiority across critical emerging capabilities and foundational research. S&T oversees the discovery, maturation, and operational transition of next-generation technologies-including quantum systems, advanced materials, biotechnology, trusted microelectronics, and directed energy. By synchronizing research investments across defense laboratories, warfare centers, academic institutions, and industrial partners, S&T ensures the rapid delivery of disruptive capabilities to the warfighter while establishing robust safeguards to protect national defense innovations and research ecosystems from adversary exploitation.
As the Director, Technology & Information Security, you will serve as the principal technical authority and Senior Foreign Disclosure Officer within the Science & Technology Program Protection portfolio. In this capacity, you will establish strategic vision and operational policies governing technology release, foreign disclosure, export control compliance, and information protection across all S&T programs. You will work across departmental boundaries-partnering directly with OUSD(A&S), OUSD(I&S), the Intelligence Community, and international working groups-to secure sensitive and classified research (spanning CTI/CUI to SAP/SCI) while enabling critical international collaboration and maintaining the integrity of the defense technology base.
The incumbent will serve as a critical leader responsible for all matters related to Technology Security and Information Security. As the Director, you will identify strategic gaps, provide strategic vision, and oversee the implementation of policies that govern technology release, foreign disclosure, and the protection of controlled information, ensuring the consistent application of security measures across the Department.
This position is covered by the Department of War (DoW) Civilian Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project (AcqDemo). The position is located in Washington, DC. The pay plan and broadband level for this role is NH-0343-IV. This role will close for submissions at 11:59pm on September 21st, 2026.
What you'll do here:

• Serve as the senior Foreign Disclosure Officer for the Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Science and Technology (OASW(S&T)).
• Lead and represent R&E in all matters related to Technology Security and Information Security, identifying strategic gaps and providing a strategic vision for protection policies and guidance.
• Oversee and implement the strategic vision for technology security and information protection in support of Department leads for technology security/foreign disclosure (OUSW(A&S)) and information security (OUSW(I&S)).
• Prepare, coordinate, and disseminate key policies and documentation for technology security and information protection, working with key personnel across OUSW(R&E) and other Department organizations.
• Maintain effective liaison with Department of War Components, other government agencies, industry, and international technical groups, representing R&E in working groups for technology release and foreign disclosure.
• Provide recommendations on research and development needs to improve technology security processes and the management of controlled information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A degree in physical science or engineering in one of the following relevant areas: computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, systems engineering, applied mathematics, cyber, operations research, or physics.
• Significant knowledge and experience delivering Department of War (DoW) relevant digital capabilities in support of the acquisition lifecycle, including experience designing, developing, or hardening digital capabilities (cloud-based or networked).
• Significant research or engineering experience, with a Department-wide, national, or international reputation in their field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cutting-edge science and technology research and development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the research, development, budget, and acquisition processes within a large federal entity or equivalent industry organization.
• Experience with engineering and technical standards such as Data Item Descriptions, Military Standards, and/or International Standards.
• Proven ability to effectively communicate with and brief executive-level leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise mature managerial judgment and conflict resolution skills to solve problems and make sound decisions.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Candidate is encouraged to provide e-portfolio, project samples, Github, etc. to their submission package.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration
• This position is subject to provisions of the WHS/OSD Priority Placement Program (please see details below)
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Required to participate in the direct deposit program.
• This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
• We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.
• Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives may be authorized based on the availability of funds.
• This position requires a Top Secret/ Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance.
• If you are a veteran claiming veteran's preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package.
• This position may require work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays and/or mandatory overtime.
• This position may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station via military or commercial aircraft.

Priority Placement Program Details
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: Military Spouse Preference applicants, must be selected and placed at the highest grade level for which they have applied and been determined best qualified up to and including the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Spouse Preference. https://acpol2.army.mil/chra_dodea/PPP_MSP_self_certification_checklist.pdf
Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician preference. https://www.dcpas.osd.mil/sites/default/files/military_reserve_and_guard_tech_ppp_self_cert_checklist.pdf
Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians Receiving Disability Retirement PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians receiving disability retirement PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability preference. https://www.dcpas.osd.mil/sites/default/files/military_reserve_and_guard_disability_ppp_self_cert_checklist.pdf
Retained Grade PPP Eligible: Retained Grade PPP applicants, must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Retained Grade preference. https://www.dcpas.osd.mil/sites/default/files/retained_grade_ppp_self_cert_checklist.pdf