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Satellite Communications Subject Matter Expert / Project Manager
ANSER, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
Satellite Communications Subject Matter Expert / Project Manager
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ANSER Company Overview
ANSER enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions. We provide thought leadership for complex issues through independent analysis, and we deliver practical, useful solutions. ANSER values collaboration, integrity, and initiative and we are client focused in all that we do. Because we were established for the purpose of public service and not for profit, we measure our success in the impact of our service. Company Overview
ANSER enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions. We provide thought leadership for complex issues through independent analysis, and we deliver practical, useful solutions. ANSER values collaboration, integrity, and initiative and we are client focused in all that we do. Because we were established for the purpose of public service and not for profit, we measure our success in the impact of our service.
Position Summary
ANSER is seeking a Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO). This position is dual-hatted as a Project Manager. In this role, you will provide advanced technical knowledge and analysis to support the DoD SATCOM enterprise, and project oversight and reporting.
Day To Day Responsibilities
Provide subject matter expertise to support strategy, policy, programmatic, requirements, and capability analysis for a range of DoD SATCOM, including commercial, Allied, and organic/purpose-built narrowband, wideband, tactical protected and protected SATCOM. Document current SATCOM capability gaps and requirements, identify potential capability alternatives to resolve mission shortfalls, and conduct/participate in Business Case Analysis and Analysis of Alternatives efforts. Provide assessments of compliance with DoD guidance and standards, technology insertion, performance and scalability, and interoperability. Develop detailed and comprehensive overviews of associated SATCOM systems, constellations, and segments that identify critical capabilities, capability gaps, and roadmaps to guide the evolution and modernization of DoD SATCOM. Provide SATCOM support and analysis for DoD CIO representatives at various high-level governance forums and meetings. Manage, develop and monitor work standards and deliverables, assign schedules, review work for discrepancies, communicate policies, processes, goals and requirements. Provide expertise to inform leadership in making strategic and management decisions. Manage relationships and expectations of sub-contractors including stakeholder management and team performance. Ensure all program deliverables including reports, objectives and goals are met within required time frames and all deadlines are met. Manage and provide development and performance reviews for direct reports. Coordinate with ANSER internal partners including finance, contracts, business development on program performance, modifications and growth.
Required Qualifications
Masters degree in related field. 15+ years experience working SATCOM issues. 3+ years experience in project management. Experience working with strategic issues at the GO/FO or SES-equivalent level. Active TS/SCI Security Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with the Office of the DoD CIO. Experience working at the Assistant Secretary or Under Secretary level.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with ANSER, please call 703-416-2000 or e-mail Recruiting@anser.org
ANSER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek individuals from a broad variety of backgrounds with varying levels of experience who have a desire to do meaningful work. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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ANSER Company Overview
ANSER enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions. We provide thought leadership for complex issues through independent analysis, and we deliver practical, useful solutions. ANSER values collaboration, integrity, and initiative and we are client focused in all that we do. Because we were established for the purpose of public service and not for profit, we measure our success in the impact of our service. Company Overview
ANSER enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions. We provide thought leadership for complex issues through independent analysis, and we deliver practical, useful solutions. ANSER values collaboration, integrity, and initiative and we are client focused in all that we do. Because we were established for the purpose of public service and not for profit, we measure our success in the impact of our service.
Position Summary
ANSER is seeking a Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO). This position is dual-hatted as a Project Manager. In this role, you will provide advanced technical knowledge and analysis to support the DoD SATCOM enterprise, and project oversight and reporting.
Day To Day Responsibilities
Provide subject matter expertise to support strategy, policy, programmatic, requirements, and capability analysis for a range of DoD SATCOM, including commercial, Allied, and organic/purpose-built narrowband, wideband, tactical protected and protected SATCOM. Document current SATCOM capability gaps and requirements, identify potential capability alternatives to resolve mission shortfalls, and conduct/participate in Business Case Analysis and Analysis of Alternatives efforts. Provide assessments of compliance with DoD guidance and standards, technology insertion, performance and scalability, and interoperability. Develop detailed and comprehensive overviews of associated SATCOM systems, constellations, and segments that identify critical capabilities, capability gaps, and roadmaps to guide the evolution and modernization of DoD SATCOM. Provide SATCOM support and analysis for DoD CIO representatives at various high-level governance forums and meetings. Manage, develop and monitor work standards and deliverables, assign schedules, review work for discrepancies, communicate policies, processes, goals and requirements. Provide expertise to inform leadership in making strategic and management decisions. Manage relationships and expectations of sub-contractors including stakeholder management and team performance. Ensure all program deliverables including reports, objectives and goals are met within required time frames and all deadlines are met. Manage and provide development and performance reviews for direct reports. Coordinate with ANSER internal partners including finance, contracts, business development on program performance, modifications and growth.
Required Qualifications
Masters degree in related field. 15+ years experience working SATCOM issues. 3+ years experience in project management. Experience working with strategic issues at the GO/FO or SES-equivalent level. Active TS/SCI Security Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with the Office of the DoD CIO. Experience working at the Assistant Secretary or Under Secretary level.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with ANSER, please call 703-416-2000 or e-mail Recruiting@anser.org
ANSER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek individuals from a broad variety of backgrounds with varying levels of experience who have a desire to do meaningful work. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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