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Responsibilities Noblis is seeking qualified military members who are eligible to participate in the DOD Skillbridge as a Policy Analyst/Strategist. This is a program is an initiative to help transitioning active duty people to find meaningful employment opportunities and preparing them for the civilian workforce. The Corporate Fellowship Program is 30 days Involves hands-on experience and training Supervisors and mentors share their experience and knowledge and provide feedback Help you increase your professional network Noblis is a Military Friendly company with over 25% being prior or current military This position will support a contract with the Department of War or the Defense Threat Reduction Agency related to Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction. Specific details will be determined based on interest and availability at the time of start. Possible areas of work may include: Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRNE) operations, nuclear deterrence, counter-WMD policy, medical/biological defense, and advanced modeling & simulation You are responsible for developing and applying basic skills in areas of specialization with clear direction from your supervisor. Responsibilities and individual tasks are generally non-complex, routine in nature and require minimal problem solving. As an employee, you: Work on simple, routine assignments of limited scope and complexity and perform clearly defined tasks requiring basic skills or certification and provide excellent service. Deliver entry-level technical, administrative, business or customer service support. Apply basic knowledge to resolve routine problems and complete assignments. Learn the work environment while handling a small, limited workload and seek assistance for complex issues and non-standard matters. Learn and implement policies, procedures, quality standards and compliance requirements. Receive close daily supervision. *Noblis uses the Hiring Our Heroes Program to facilitate the DOD Skillbridge Program Required Qualifications * Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (Secret or TS/SCI depending on role) * Strong background directly aligned with the technical or analytical specialty area * Knowledge of the Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction mission area and the Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear threat space * Experience supporting DoW, interagency, or national security missions is highly desirable * Strong analytical, communication, and writing skills Desired Qualifications Some qualifications that may help determine which contract may be a good fit for support may include: * Familiarity with programming systems (Python, C++, Java, MATLAB) * Understanding of CBRNE hazards * Knowledge of WMD technologies and proliferation mechanisms * Background in technical CBRNE disciplines * Strong understanding of WMD threats and non-proliferation regimes * Knowledge of international CWMD and CBRN agreements * Policy analysis, strategic planning, and research expertise * Familiarity with international security or diplomatic environments * Background in military medicine, emergency response, or public health * Familiarity with DoD medical programs or consortia Overview Overview Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation's toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers' most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions. We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org Why Work at Noblis At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission-driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer. Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well-being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug-free workplace. Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us . EEO is the Law | E-Verify | Right to Work Total Rewards At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site. Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package. Posted Salary Range USD $47,840.00 - USD $71,240.00 /Bi.