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ECS

Front Office SETA Lead - BTO

Arlington, VA · On-site

Prepare technical briefings, point papers, and reports for the DARPA Director's Office (DIRO), senior DOW leadership, and Congressional staff. Salary Range: 90,000 - 180,000 General Description of ...

ECS

Front Office SETA - BTO

Arlington, VA · On-site

Salary Range: 90,000 - 180,000 ECS seeks a Science, Engineering, and Technical Advisory (SETA ... Prepare technical briefings, point papers, and reports for the DARPA Director's Office (DIRO ...

ECS Limited

Front Office SETA - BTO

Arlington, VA · On-site

Salary Range: 90,000 - 180,000 ECS seeks a Science, Engineering, and Technical Advisory (SETA ... Prepare technical briefings, point papers, and reports for the DARPA Director's Office (DIRO ...

CELESTAR

Program Manager - DARPA PSS

Arlington, VA · On-site

$180K - $240K/yr

Arlington, Virginia Salary Range: $180,000-$240,000 annually Actual compensation will be based on ... DoD or Intelligence Community experience is preferred. • At least 5 years of experience directing ...

Blue Sky Innovators

Director of Security

Reston, VA · On-site

$170K - $190K/yr

Blue Sky Innovators (BSI) is seeking a Director of Security to join our team in Reston, VA ... Experience supporting DARPA or NRO programs. * Counterintelligence experience Salary range for the ...

ECS

Functional Expert II

Arlington, VA · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Salary Range: $150,000 - $180,000 Everforth ECS Federal is seeking a Functional Expert ll candidate ... The successful candidate will support a DARPA program manager by participating in or leading all ...

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The DARPA Director is the head of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, overseeing high-risk, high-reward research for the U.S. Department of Defense. This role involves managing scientific and technological innovation, budget allocation, and strategic direction. The salary for a DARPA Director typically falls within the Senior Executive Service (SES) pay scale, ranging from approximately $190,000 to $250,000 annually, depending on experience and government pay adjustments.

What are some of the biggest challenges faced by a DARPA director?

A DARPA Director typically faces the challenge of balancing ambitious innovation goals with stringent security and budgetary constraints. The role requires managing diverse, highly technical teams and coordinating complex projects that can shape national defense and technological futures. Building consensus among stakeholders, ensuring regulatory compliance, and staying ahead of rapid advancements are common aspects of the role. Directors must also navigate high expectations from governmental and private sector partners, making adaptability and decisive leadership essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a DARPA director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a DARPA Director, you need extensive experience in scientific research, advanced project management, and a track record of leadership within high-tech or defense environments, often supported by a Ph.D. or equivalent qualifications. Familiarity with government contracting, program oversight tools, and secure research information systems is essential. Outstanding strategic vision, communication abilities, and stakeholder management skills distinguish top candidates in this position. These qualifications are crucial for effectively steering groundbreaking innovation while ensuring compliance and cross-agency collaboration.

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Program Security Representative - Executive Support (DARPA PSS)

Celestar

Arlington, VA • On-site

$150K - $205K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Program Security Representative – Executive Support

Celestar, a B&A Company, is seeking a Program Security Representative – Executive Support to support the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Program Security Services (PSS) task order. If interested and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding and impactful opportunity.

ANTICIPATED AWARD: February/March 2027 ANTICIPATED START: March 2027 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 1 Base Year + 4 Option Years LOCATION: Arlington, Virginia

Salary Range: $150,000–$205,000 annually

Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, certifications, security clearance, and contract funding. This position is contingent upon contract award.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Active TS/SCI Clearance, adjudicated within the past five (5) years

About Us :

Celestar, a B&A Company, offers highly competitive salaries and benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package includes company-paid employee and family dental insurance, employee health insurance, life insurance, and disability coverage. Additionally, we provide a 401(k)-retirement plan with company matching, paid holidays, and personal time off.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide specialized program security support to the DARPA Director, Deputy Director, Chief of Staff, Service Liaison Officers, and other senior staff.
  • Communicate across senior levels of DoD, the Intelligence Community, Executive Branch, and Legislative Branch in support of classified activities.
  • Plan, organize, and present classified briefings for senior DARPA leadership.
  • Provide day-to-day classified logistics and information security support.
  • Plan classified logistics for offsite senior-leader engagements.
  • Coordinate access and attendance for classified CONUS and OCONUS meetings, demonstrations, exercises, and conferences.
  • Provide security and program protection advice to the DARPA Director and Deputy Director.
  • Research and assemble background/reference materials for Agency leadership.
  • Maintain personnel security accesses and conduct indoctrinations and debriefings.
  • Manage SAPFs and SCIFs supporting the DARPA Director and Deputy Director.
  • Conduct secure data transfers across networks of varying classification levels.
  • Maintain accountability for classified documents and media.
  • Support and represent the DARPA SAPCO in interactions with DoD SAP organizations.

Required Qualifications and Skills (Must Be Reflected on Your Resume):

  • A Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related DoD or IC program security experience - OR- an Associate's degree with 8 years of related experience.
  • At least 5 years of demonstrated experience directly supporting senior DoD or IC leaders at the General/Flag Officer or Senior Executive Service (SES) level.
  • Demonstrated understanding of senior-level protocol and classified operations.
  • Strong program security, information security, logistics, briefing, coordination, and executive communication capabilities.
  • Headquarters-level experience within a DoD agency, highly desired.

Come on board with a company that Values its Employees!

Celestar Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Celestar Corporation prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same-sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; marital status; service member/protected veteran status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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