Senior Program Analyst Jobs in Hanover, MD (NOW HIRING)

Responsibilities
Noblis is positioned to provide technology and operational solutions to senior decision makers in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in the Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate. The DHS S&T Directorate is the primary research and development arm of DHS and manages science and technology research, from development through transition, for the Department's operational components and first responders. Established by Congress to provide innovative solutions to the nation's homeland security challenges, S&T is the core source of scientific and engineering expertise for DHS and is uniquely postured to enhance our nation's security and resilience by providing knowledge products and innovative technology solutions for the Homeland Security Enterprise (HSE).
At Noblis and Noblis ESI, we have excellent teams of smart, collaborative, proactive experts and professionals. We are actively seeking to identify personnel to join our team of talented professionals who possess the experience, vision, commitment, and integrity to successfully support the S&T mission.
The Senior Program Analyst - International will provide strategic, analytical, and program management support to the International Cooperative Program Office (ICPO) within the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Science & Technology Directorate (S&T). ICPO enables DHS international engagements that discover innovation, leverage international capabilities, drive solutions, and influence science and technology security advancement world-wide.
The ICPO team develops partnerships with foreign governments and international organizations that enhance scientific and technical knowledge for homeland security purposes. International cooperative partnership can improve operational effectiveness, enhance affordability, and provide S&T access to broader knowledge-base and partner capabilities to provide impact across DHS mission areas.
This position will support portfolio-level engagements by providing project management, facilitation, and relationship management. The role requires engaging across S&T, DHS, and USG partners to understand customer needs; analyzing technology requirements and partner capabilities; and developing engagement recommendations across regions. The successful candidate will navigate the nuanced relationships intrinsic to foreign partnerships.
The successful candidate will be self-motivated, operate well in a matrixed environment, effectively manage competing priorities, and be able to distill and communicate complex concepts to enable nontechnical managers to make informed decisions.
This is currently a hybrid position with a blend of on-site and remote work, requiring staff to be on-site at the DHS S&T client site in Washington D.C. as needed. Applicants must be able to regularly commute to Washington D.C.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Aggregating and synthesizing knowledge and data to inform decisions, analyses, and recommendations across mission areas.
• Providing strategic perspective on high-priority U.S. and foreign cooperative RDT&E efforts across the Homeland Security Enterprise.
• Developing status reports, briefings, and read-ahead materials; organizing and coordinating meetings, discussions, and seminars. The employee is expected to be able to concisely communicate their findings to technical and non-technical audiences as needed.
• Developing and maintaining S&T international planning documents, to include international arrangements, implementation tracking, and closeout documentation.
• Managing multiple concurrent customer engagements and priorities, including responding to quick-turn requests.
• Facilitating meetings and preparing clients for leadership and partner briefings.
• Facilitating partnerships between U.S. and international entities in homeland security research.
• Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures for ICPO's working-level and senior-level events to enhance team efficiency.

The position may require international travel, up to 25%. Requires participation in meetings outside of regular 9am-5pm ET work hours to accommodate coordination with partners in various time zones. Hybrid position, though subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements. Must be available to be on client site (Washington, DC) routinely.
Required Qualifications
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of related experience OR Advanced Degree with 5+ years of related experience. Preference for Degrees in International Relations, Government, Public Policy, or a similar field.
• Eligibility to obtain a Secret Clearance and DHS Suitability determination.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical information to a variety of audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, both domestic and international.

Desired Qualifications
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience supporting USG-led international cooperative programs involving foreign government engagement, including program management, partner coordination, or strategic planning across research, development, or operational mission areas.
• Experience with strategy and development for RDT&E cooperation with Western Hemisphere foreign government partners or multilateral fora.
• Understanding of current global security threats and homeland security priorities.
• Experience providing strategic guidance and advisory support to government leaders.
• Experience providing direct or consultant support to major programs or system development efforts, preferably supporting national security internationally.
• Demonstrated ability to independently develop and execute project plans with minimal oversight.
• Track record of clear, consistent communication with program managers and senior leadership.
• Ability to work in a dynamic team-oriented environment, demonstrate teamwork and initiative, and function productively in the face of new assignments and the re-prioritization of existing assignments and processes.
• Experience supporting DoD and/or DHS components (e.g., TSA, CBP, USCG, ICE).
• Experience providing informal leadership or task-level oversight of small teams, including reviewing work products for quality and consistency.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint, Excel, and Project).
• Active Secret clearance (Top Secret/SCI preferred) and current DHS Suitability are strongly preferred.

Overview
Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI, and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us
Why work at a Noblis company?
Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards. Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.
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.
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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.
Salary 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, and clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is provided within the posting and are based on full time status. Part time staff receive a prorated salary based on regularly scheduled hours. The estimated minimum and maximum displayed represents the broadest range for this position (inclusive of high geographic and high clearance requirements), and is just one component of Noblis' total compensation package for employees.
Posted Salary Range
USD $95,500.00 - USD $149,200.00 /Yr.