R&D Project Management & Technical Analyst

About Noblis

Noblis and Noblis ESI are expanding our teams of smart, collaborative, proactive experts and professionals. We are seeking personnel to join our team of talented professionals who possess the experience, vision, commitment, and integrity to successfully support the strategic goals of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) Office of Mission and Capability Support (MCS).

DHS S&T was established by Congress to provide innovative scientific and technical solutions to the nation's homeland security challenges. Within S&T, MCS is responsible for executing the DHS research and development (R&D) programs, projects, and activities within critical infrastructure. DHS S&T partners with the DHS Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to develop valuable resources for critical infrastructure owners and operators.

This is a potential role which will provide technical and project management support as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting the client's most vexing technical challenges to promote the security of the nation's critical infrastructure. We're seeking a versatile professional who thrives in dynamic environments and can seamlessly transition between diverse responsibilities. In this multifaceted position, you'll tackle technical challenges one moment and then pivot to coordinate project timelines, facilitate team meetings, and ensure deliverables stay on track. The ideal candidate is mission-driven, communicates effectively, demonstrates attention to detail, and engages teammates to proactively and creatively solve problems.

This is currently a hybrid position with a blend of on-site and remote work, requiring staff to be in-person at the DHS S&T client site in Washington, DC as needed. Applicants must be able to regularly commute to Washington D.C.

Role Functions May Include

• Communicating technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Developing and evaluating R&D roadmaps and strategy.
• Evaluating the feasibility of technical approaches to problems and technology scouting.
• Developing program reports, PowerPoint briefings, fact sheets, and read-ahead materials.
• Analyzing and supporting the management of scope, schedule, and budget.

Required Qualifications

• Either:
  • Bachelor's degree and 10 or more years of relevant experience
  • Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) and 5 years of relevant experience
• Experience, certification, and/or degree in an engineering/scientific discipline.
• Applicants selected must be eligible to receive DHS Suitability and a Secret Clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience providing technical program management and analytical support to programs and projects serving DHS or other government agencies.
• Interest in learning about and researching new technical areas; the right candidate will ask questions and seek to understand both technical and programmatic issues to apply to the project.
• Attention to detail and service mindset.
• Experience facilitating resolution of customer requirements/needs, including helping to identify and document capability gaps, formulate and develop solutions, and participate in and contribute to strategic discussions.
• Experience in research and development.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience distilling complex topics, as well as developing and delivering briefings on technical topics.
• Experience developing professional rapport and relationships throughout an organization.
• Proven results-oriented, proactive problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a dynamic team-oriented environment, demonstrate teamwork and initiative, and function productively in the face of new assignments and the re-prioritization of existing assignments.
• Experience providing guidance, feedback, and consulting services to federal program managers.
• Experience using Microsoft products, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Active Security Clearance and DHS Suitability are preferred.

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI, and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us

Why work at a Noblis company?

Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards. Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.

• Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.