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Noblis · 18 hours ago

DTRA CTR Integration Lead

Lorton, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$96K/yr - $149K/yr

5+ years exp

Noblis tackles the nation's toughest problems and applies advanced solutions to critical missions. The Integration Lead supports the government Indo-Pacific Science Manager and coordinates with Program Managers and CTR personnel, focusing on program management and acquisition support to facilitate collaboration across teams.

Information TechnologyNational SecurityNon Profit

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide project management support (cost, schedule, and performance) for the full range of CTR activities in the assigned portfolio, using project management best practices and approved acquisition processes

Assist and advise government counterparts and engage A&AS counterparts throughout the acquisition lifecycle including but not limited to requirement validation, project idea development, acquisition planning, project initiation, execution and monitoring, and closeout

Coordinate and lead meetings to support SM for program execution, monitoring, and planning. Take notes and coordinate action items resulting from meetings

Support the client in drafting and finalizing messaging and reports related to the portfolio

Support government counterparts in Program Management Reviews (PMRs). Draft materials, prepare talking points, and assist with action items

Support prompt and thorough responses to short-fuse taskers

Utilize various government systems in course of support duties

Serve as an integrator and coordinator assisting the SM and PMs in determining the type of expertise required for any given engagement. Apply experience, expertise, and interest towards effective integration of project management and scientific/technical domains

Be closely familiar with technical expertise available in the science, acquisition, finance, training, contracting, property, and other teams to leverage the full spectrum of knowledge available in the A&AS community and to appropriately apply the IPT construct

Facilitate cross-team coordination and review of documents and recommend or update processes to leverage expertise from science, acquisition, finance, training, contracting, property, etc. teams to ensure appropriate SME application

Assist IPTs in defining internal coordination requirements, formulating appropriate coordination approaches, and defining integration and coordination success factors

Document integration and coordination best practices across all efforts, summarize and use lessons learned, and make recommendations to adapt, apply, and embed those practices throughout the project lifecycle

Maintain an organized method of integration-relevant documents in coordination with government counterpart for proper record keeping

Take on special projects and travel support for SM activities in the region that cover multiple projects or that are otherwise unaddressed by an individual SME, as needed

Track SME taskings to ensure the appropriate expertise is applied to each task. Coordinate task prioritization between the SMEs and the SM, as needed. Route SME Task Tracker to Department Leadership for review on regular basis and address any questions or concerns stemming from that review

Monitor the compliance plan

Support SM with technical tasks within the portfolio or geographical region

Monitor and provide recommendations on the technical progress of studies throughout the project’s lifecycle including final report reviews

Assist in the review of proposed projects for dual-use and proliferation risk and the proper documentation of these risks, as required

Review proposed activities for alignment to requirements, as well as potential impact on Metrics Validation Workshop scores and progress toward end states

Qualification

Government AcquisitionTechnical ExpertiseProject ManagementBiosafetyBiosecurityGlobal Health SecurityMicrosoft OfficeCommunicationCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingFlexibilityTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's Degree (B.S or B.A)

At least 5 years of project management, government acquisition, or similar experience (or Master's degree and 3 years of experience)

SECRET clearance or higher, US Citizenship required

Experience in technical domains such as biosafety, biosecurity, and global health security

Experience and successful track record building effective relationship with clients and other stakeholders, understanding client's requirements and meeting client expectations

Experience applying project management best practices in support of multiple ongoing projects while delivering high-quality outputs

Ability to understand and apply expertise related to the CTR mission

Ability to track multiple competing priorities and dynamic integration components

Track record working in a matrixed environment, coordinating work across large, diverse teams, and being an effective and collaborative team member

Ability to work collaboratively and independently

Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office tool suites

Demonstrated ability to write for senior leaders

Flexibility/adaptability/suitability to work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to travel internationally

Requirement to work in the office at least 3 days a week