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ClearanceTS/SCIOverview

This position supports the IRMPO as a planning authority and expert advisor for formalizing and maturing the Department Research Security Program in compliance with National Security Presidential Memorandum-33 (NSPM-33, United States Government-Supported Research and Development National Security Policy), the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) and Science Act, and other research security policies, regulations, and statutes.

Background

The Insider Risk Management Program Office (IRMPO), a component of the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Security, Insider Risk and Continuity (OSIRC) serves to mitigate the risk to personnel, facilities, property, information, and assets through increased initiatives in various security fields via issuance of U.S. Department of Commerce-wide security policies and the application of a multi-disciplined security programs extending from the Headquarters to the operating units. IRMPO plans and implements policies by developing procedures and delivering a wide range of services for the Office of the Secretary and other nationwide Departmental bureaus.

Responsibilities

Although other general duties within the scope of the position may be assigned, primary responsibilities include:

• Review and assess Research Security Program Plans and procedures.
• Develop and manage the content for a Research Security Awareness Training program for Department of Commerce employees and associates.
• Work with staff to develop a more comprehensive Research Security compliance program.
• Assist in preparation of requested materials for the Department's Research Security and Insider Risk mission.
• Assist in development of policies and guidance related to the Department's Research Security and Insider Risk mission.
• Assist in staffing and tracking Interagency, Task Force(s), and National Security Council taskings.
• Attend interagency and internal Research Security and Insider Risk working groups as may be required.
• Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of Research Security Programs, make recommendations for improvement, and implement approved initiatives.

Qualifications

Approximately eight years of relevant professional experience, including approximately four years of Research Security experience.

• Federal Research Security experience at the Department/Agency headquarters level is preferred.
• Four years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively with a variety of audiences, both verbally and in writing.
• Exceptional writing skills and proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications; this is a writing-intensive position.

Security Clearance: Top Secret (TS) security clearance with SCI crossover eligibility (not simply SCI eligible). This requires an in-scope background investigation and either currently SCI-indoc'd or read out of SCI within the past 23 months. 

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree required. Candidates with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree may qualify with four additional years of relevant professional experience, for a total of at least 12 years of relevant experience. Master's degree preferred.

Location and Work Hours

Full-time on-site at U.S. Department of Commerce Headquarters, 1401 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC.

The Contracting Officer's Representative, under limited circumstances (e.g., COVID/Hazardous Weather Days/Public Transportation Issues), may approve situational telework.

This position requires occasional travel to the Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center in Mount Weather, Virginia, including the ability to report to the facility on short notice when operational needs require. Employees are responsible for reliable transportation to and from the facility, as transportation is not provided by AES, and must be able to meet all applicable requirements for access to the facility and its grounds.

Compensation

Salary Range: $132,870 - $176,000 annually

Compensation will be commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, and overall fit for the position.

Benefits and EEO

At Ardent Eagle Solutions, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees and their families:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
• Matching 401(k) Plan
• Continuing Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off

This job description is intended to describe the general scope of work and level of work that is needed to perform while on task with Ardent Eagle Solutions. Other duties may be assigned. Selected candidates may undergo a government security investigation and must fulfill eligibility criteria for accessing classified information. US citizenship may be a prerequisite for certain roles.

Ardent Eagle Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

Qualifications:TS/SCIEmployment Type: FULL_TIME