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Analytica

AI Subject Matter Expert

Washington, DC · On-site

$195K/yr

Minimum 2 years of experience designing and conducting Responsible AI Tabletop Exercises. * Minimum 2 years of experience conducting RAI gap analyses for the DoD, and scoping Courses of Action (COAs ...

Analytica

AI Subject Matter Expert

Washington, DC · On-site

$195K/yr

Minimum 2 years of experience designing and conducting Responsible AI Tabletop Exercises. * Minimum 2 years of experience conducting RAI gap analyses for the DoD, and scoping Courses of Action (COAs ...

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How much do tabletop designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for tabletop designer in Washington is $32.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.36 and $41.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical project timeline look like for a Tabletop Designer, and how do they collaborate with other team members?

Project timelines for tabletop games can range from a few months for small-scale games to over a year for more complex projects. As a Tabletop Designer, you'll often start with concept development and prototyping, then iterate based on playtesting feedback before finalizing game rules and visual elements. Collaboration is key—designers regularly work alongside illustrators, writers, editors, and playtest coordinators to ensure a cohesive product. Open communication and flexibility help manage revisions and keep projects on track, making teamwork an essential part of the role. This collaborative process not only improves the final product but also provides valuable opportunities for skill development and professional growth.

What is a Tabletop Designer job?

A Tabletop Designer is responsible for creating board games, card games, and other tabletop experiences. They develop game mechanics, rules, themes, and components to ensure engaging and balanced gameplay. This role involves playtesting, refining mechanics, and collaborating with artists, writers, and manufacturers. Tabletop designers may work independently, for game publishers, or as part of a development team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Tabletop Designer position, and why are they important?

A successful Tabletop Designer needs a strong foundation in game mechanics, storytelling, and visual design, often supported by experience in graphic design or related fields. Familiarity with prototyping tools, layout software like Adobe Creative Suite, and sometimes 3D modeling programs is highly beneficial. Creativity, attention to detail, and excellent teamwork and communication skills set outstanding designers apart. These abilities are crucial for developing engaging, balanced games and collaborating effectively with publishers, playtesters, and artists.

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Infographic showing various Tabletop Designer job openings in Washington as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,552 per year, or $32.5 per hour.

Lead COOP SME - TT&E

SHR Consulting Group, LLC

Arlington, VA • On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

New

Job description

SHR – Software Hardware Re-engineered

SHR is a premier technology integrator solving our nation’s most complex modernization and readiness challenges across the defense, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration, enterprise IT, including cloud services: cyber, software, advanced analytics, and AI. With an intimate understanding of our customers’ challenges and deep expertise in existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions.

We are seeking a Lead COOP SME - TT&E to be responsible for designing, executing, and evaluating enterprise-wide TT&E programs that validate COOP plans, Emergency Management procedures, and Disaster Recovery Plans. Integrates continuity planning, emergency management, disaster recovery, and mission-assurance principles to ensure personnel readiness, system resilience, and organizational survivability during all-hazard disruptions.

To be considered, you must have an active Secret clearance to start with the eligibility to obtain a Top Secret clearance. You must also reside in the DC Metro area, as this position requires full-time work onsite at the Pentagon

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and conduct TT&E events, including tabletop exercises, functional tests, full-scale recovery exercises, and relocation drills.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable Executive Orders, Federal Continuity Directives, DoWI 3020.26, and NIST SP 800-34.
  • Evaluate Emergency Management readiness through scenario-based exercises aligned with NIMS/ICS doctrine.
  • Develop and maintain the J6 continuity, emergency management, and disaster-recovery training and testing programs; coordinate and schedule COOP, EM, enterprise DRP, and JNOSC readiness exercises.
  • Feed all exercise outcomes into the J6/ITSCM Corrective Action Program (CAP) for mitigation and process improvement, and track after-action items throughout the CAP lifecycle.
  • Develop and moderate mid/senior-level COOP and COG tabletop exercises and advise senior leadership on continuity readiness and recovery resilience.
  • Validate COOP plans by testing MEFs, ESAs, reconstitution procedures, and continuity communications, coordinating with mission and system owners.
  • Test Disaster Recovery Plans to confirm critical systems, data, and infrastructure can be restored within required RTOs and RPOs.
  • Assist in planning J6 participation in National-Level Exercises and DoW/OSD, CJCS, DISA COOP, and COG exercises.
  • Produce AARs and improvement plans; train personnel on continuity and recovery roles; and provide meeting minutes and ITSCM updates.

Required Experience:

  • Continuity operations and planning in an IT environment similar in complexity and size to this order.
  • Working with customers to identify and understand Mission Essential Functions (MEFs) for their organization.
  • Expert knowledge of DoW and Government COOP policy and plans.
  • Determining high-level functional and technical requirements based on interaction with the user community and knowledge of comparably scoped IT environments.
  • Implementing software, hardware, and communications solutions.
  • Utilizing and maintaining high-level system designs, including architectural design documents, diagrams, project plans, and milestones.
  • Strong working knowledge of current server technology, including cloud computing, blade servers, unified communications, and virtualization.
  • Windows environments on Server 2019/2022 and Windows 11 operating systems comparable in size and scope to this order.
  • Designing and moderating TT&E events (tabletop, functional, full-scale, and relocation drills) aligned with FCD, NIST SP 800-34, and NIMS/ICS doctrine, and managing outcomes through a Corrective Action Program.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Telecommunications, or Management Information Systems; or five (5) recent years of documented experience relevant to the position.
  • DoW 8570.01-M / DoW 8140 (IAT/IAM as applicable) certification in place before start of the order.

Clearance Requirements:

  • U.S. Citizenship.
  • Secret minimum; Top Secret/SCI as required by supported systems and facilities.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans with company match.
  • Paid time off and federal holidays.
  • Professional development support.



We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law. EEO/AA Employer/Veteran/Disabled



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