Are you an experiencedSenior Research and Technology Protection (RTP) Program Analyst? Then we have a great opportunity for youto support the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (OUSD) for Research and Engineering (R&E) as a subject matter expert in Science and Technology (S&T) protection policy and best practices. The RTP Specialist will build upon current strategy, policy, and guidance related to critical and emerging technology modernization areas such as artificial intelligence, quantum science, and hypersonics to safeguard Controlled Technical Information (CTI) and critical technology within DoD, commercial industry, and academia.

As aSeniorResearch and Technology Protection Program Analystyou will:

• Work with a team of driven, supportive and highly skilled DOD research, engineering and development professionals to incorporate scientific and engineering assistance, administrative and financial management functions to facilitate the execution of the advance capabilities mission priorities.
• Receive a robust benefits package that includes
• Enjoy flexibility managing your work hours and personal needs with a single accrual leave plan.

A week in the life of aSeniorResearch and Technology Protection Program Analyst:

• Serve as a SME for Technology and Program Protection Planning Policy, Guidance and Standards, provide professional engineering services in the planning, development, updating, implementation, and application of Technology and Program Protection, and Cyber Policy, Acquisition Regulations, Guidance and Standards related to DoDI 5000.83, Technology and Program Protection to Maintain Technology Advantage, the DoD 5000 series Adaptive Acquisition Framework, and related Government wide policies, regulations and law.
• Support alignment of Technology Area Protection Plans and S&T Protection planning policy, guidance, tools, methods, and practices with Program Protection Planning.
• Support activities to lead stakeholder engagements and technical forums in the formulation of policy, guidance, standards and methods and assist in resolution of differences and inconsistencies.
• Monitor and helps update DoDI 5000.83 and ensures alignment with all germane policies referenced within. Contractor conducts 2-3 policy, guidance, and standards reviews, organizes, and supports 2-3 stakeholder engagements per year.
• Prepare and coordinate resulting Correspondence and Task Management System (CATMS) packages and follows through with their approval.
• Support external meetings weekly with various OUSD organizations and Service Components.#LI-JB2

• BS in Engineering and 15years of experience
• Active TS/SCI Clearance
• Three (3) years of experience as a liaison between Program Office and Oversight organizations
• Ten (10) years of experience providing technical support and operations management to DoD acquisition and S&T programs
• Support the DOD by conducting reviews of Program Protection Plans (PPP) and Independent Technical Review Assessments (ITRAs)
• Demonstrated work experience in technology protection oversight role and knowledge of technology readiness levels, program lifecycle, and risk management
• Knowledge of DoD Program Protection, Defense Industrial Base Cyber Security, and Defense Acquisition policies
• Understanding of key programs, practices, and participants involved in DoD S&T protection
• Analytic ability - must demonstrate ability to conduct analysis linking intelligence, acquisition, and engineering/technical information. Analytic ability may be demonstrated with any combination of work products and education.
• Ability to provide timely and accurate information to senior government officials in support of policy and management decisions
• Demonstrated ability to support oversight of Military Departments and DoD Agencies

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100 locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs and innovation we deliver excellence every day.

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* Forbes National Best Midsize Companies 2021
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AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is $135k - $165k. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans (including ESOP and 401k), insurance programs, and education and training assistance.