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SPA is seeking a great candidate to provide direct support and advice to the SSBN Security Technology Program (SSTP) and the SSN/SSGN Security Program (S3P). This position is responsible for conducting research and analysis, drawing on technical and operational information and experience, and developing insights into SSBN and SSN operational challenges and help develop solutions that will support Security Program's engagements with Submarine Force and Navy senior leadership. The candidate will need experience in, or understanding of, submarine operations. This position is with SPA's team out of our Alexandria, VA headquarters, with regular interactions with clients based at the Washington Navy Yard.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree in a technical discipline or relevant National Security Field.
• 5 years of experience (operational, policy, security, survivability, and/or technical) relevant to Submarine Security.
• Experience executing or reviewing technical studies, analysis, or design activities in their technical field.
• Experience comparing technical performance to program objectives.
• Project a professional demeanor, have strong writing and oral communication skills, and have the ability to proactively work both independently and with personnel from multiple organizations. Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in submarine operations or undersea warfare. Junior Officer or Department Head.
• Experience on military staff.
• Experience analyzing metrics and conducting operational or technical risk assessment or root cause analysis especially in the areas of undersea warfare or SSBN security.