Countering WMD Strategic Threat and Risk Analyst

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Countering WMD Strategic Analyst to support a United States government client responsible for countering the procurement, stockpiling, and employment of Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD).

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

• Applies knowledge of Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) or Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) defense activities (plans, programs, intelligence, doctrine and policy) to assess operational threat and risk. Develops products that assess the risk to mission and risk to force.

• Provides analytical, technical, and administrative SME support. Provide evaluative techniques and methods to identify, develop, and sequence whole-of-government opportunities to affect threats posing complex, real-world problems.

• Conducts multi-layered, multi-intelligence research and analysis in cooperation with subject matter experts and intelligence analysts to define and assess patterns of People, Places, Things and Network (PPTN) activities for further illumination, potential exploitation, and the development of opportunities.

• Conducts or performs research, analysis, critical thinking, design thinking, and gap analysis.

• Performs research and analyzes finished intelligence to support threat and risk products.

• Identifies emerging technology, WMD, and adversary threat trends to support advice and recommendations for the CWMD Community for threat mitigation.

• Applies knowledge of analytical and evaluative techniques and methods. Utilizes these techniques and methods to identify, develop and sequence whole-of-government opportunities to affect threats posed by complex, real-world problems.

• Applies knowledge of the Intelligence Community's (IC) principal collection, analytical and production component.

• Analyzes and synthesizes strategic guidance and concepts into operationally relevant products.

• Supports the application development of data visualization tools (i.e. SharePoint, survey tools, application coding and functions and geospatial information systems) to facilitate data sharing and collaboration.

Key Qualifications

• DoD Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance.

• 5+ years relevant experience, BA/BS in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, Operations Research, or other related scientific or technical discipline.

• Knowledge of CWMD activities, policy, plans, programs, intelligence, and doctrine.

• Knowledge of research, analysis, critical thinking, design thinking, data science and geospatial information systems.

• A comprehensive knowledge of analytical and evaluative techniques and methods. Knowledge of the Intelligence Community's (IC) principal collection, analytical and production component.

• Must demonstrate outstanding/unparalleled writing, speaking, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Must be willing to travel inside of the United States; potential for foreign travel overseas.

• Knowledge and detailed technical experience required of all Microsoft Office products (MS Word, MS Outlook, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, MS Visio, MS Project, MS Publisher), Microsoft Internet Explorer, and Adobe Acrobat products.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications

• DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

• Operations Research degree from the Naval Post Graduate School (MS) or one of the academies (BS).

• DoD acquisition experience; requirements and capabilities analysis experience

• Understanding of risk-based decision support in the DoD Chemical Biological Defense Program (CBDP) or one of its components.

Work locations include government site in the National Capital Region and/or Battelle's Crystal City office.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.

• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.

• Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.

• Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.

• Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.

• Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.

• Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

• Flexible work arrangements : You have options for where you work and when you work.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects

• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery

• Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment

• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders

• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

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