Program Analyst - Arlington, United States - Risk Mitigation Consulting

Description

Job Description

RMC is seeking a Program Analyst for a full-time in-office position in Arlington, VA.

Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling and impactful career journey with Risk Mitigation Consulting (RMC)? We're in search of an exceptional Program Analyst to become apart of our mission-driven team, dedicated to making a difference in the federal and commercial markets. At RMC, we're all about enhancing security for both our military and global commercial partners, offering an array of services such as Risk Management, Mission Assurance, and Cybersecurity.

Our team's well-being is paramount, and we reflect this commitment through our flexible work environment and exceptional company culture.

By joining RMC, you become a key contributor to our mission – Assuring Tomorrow

When you join RMC, you'll experience a range of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans fully covered for employees
  • Subsidized dependent health care coverage
• Participation in our Annual Bonus Program
• Life insurance policy equivalent to 2x your annual salary, up to a maximum of $200,000
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Cell phone reimbursement of $65 per month
• 401(k) Plan with contributions
• A 401(k) Safe Harbor Employer Contribution Program, which includes a 3% contribution

POSITION SUMMARY / DESCRIPTION

This position supports the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS) with implementing and facilitating the Mission Assurance Construct in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) Directive (DoDD , "Mission Assurance (MA)" and DoD Instruction (DoDI , "MA Construct". Technical support to the MA Construct's four processes (Identification, Assessment, Risk Management, Monitoring and Reporting) includes coordination of defense critical infrastructure asset nominations, asset validation, integrated assessment scheduling (IAS), management and revision of assessment benchmarks, the coordination of risk management packages and briefs for the Mission Assurance Senior Steering Group (MA SSG) and Mission Assurance Executive Steering Group (MA ESG) meetings, and Monitoring and Reporting through the designated information technology systems.

The Program Analyst is responsible for supporting the Joint Staff Homeland Defense Division (J-36) Mission Assurance Office. The Joint Staff J-36 Program plays an integral role in supporting Mission Assurance (MA) and complements other Protection Program efforts that also contribute to MA through Risk Management (RM).

The Program Analyst is responsible for supporting Joint Staff Homeland Defense Division and personnel with onsite client support. The analyst provides technical and operational coordination and support to a military headquarters and supports Joint Service tasks as required. This person is responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating CIP and MA Program requirements for the Joint Staff. The Program Analyst assists in conducting reviews of military headquarters plans, policies, and directives, ensuring compliance with DoD policies and directives. Support will also consist of developing briefings, program documents, reports, instructions, and information papers on CIP and MA requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinate with asset and mission owners for development of, copies, and status of criticality summaries, threat hazard assessments, vulnerability assessments and resiliency, redundancy, and mitigation plans.
• Develop draft MA SSG and MA ESG slides by integrating mission and asset owner inputs.
• Facilitate IAS meetings and scheduling conference
• Coordinate Defense Critical Asset (DCA) nomination and validation process
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) supporting the development of Joint Staff CIP and MA policy and guidance.
• Support the Joint Staff through coordinating with the services, combatant commands and subordinate commands.
• Support the Joint Staff Homeland Defense Division (J-36) in the preparation of graphical, oral, and written reports, briefs, and products in support of the CIP and MA Programs.
• Serve as advisor to Homeland Defense Division (J-36) client on all CIP and MA matters and provide research and analysis using DoD Mission Assurance and CIP Policy.
• Develop briefs and information papers for internal and external use on CIP and MA topics.
• Participate in conferences, working groups, meetings, and other events related to MA, as required.
  

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competencies:

• 3-5 yrs. exp. with DoD
• Knowledge of the DoD planning process
• Joint / DoD exercise experience
• Strong writing and communication skills

Required Education:

• BA Degree, Preferred MA

Required Experience:

• Minimum amount of experience for this position is 3-5 years in DoD

Computer Skills:

• Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and SharePoint (General Office Tools and Functionality)

Additional Requirements

• Security Clearance: Obtaining a DoD Top Secret Clearance. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for clearance level required for the job.
• Valid Passport: Possession of a current passport with a minimum of 8 months remaining until the expiration date.
• Travel Flexibility: Willingness and capability to travel, CONUS and OCONUS approximately 5% of the time.
  
• Work Environment Compliance: Commitment to maintaining a drug-free work environment, U.S. Citizenship, and possession of a valid state driver's license.
• Possess strong problem-solving skills and strong writing skills
• Experience with US Department of Defense (DoD)

Want to take the next step in your career with RMC – this in-office Program Analyst role is where your skills and talents will thrive, and you'll be part of something truly meaningful.

Join us today

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

RMC has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by your manager as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and RMC reserves the right to change this position description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as RMC may deem appropriate.

RMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.