e4ce is seeking a highly experienced Classification/Program Protection Security (SME) to support the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence & Security (OUSD(I&S)). The ideal candidate will bring demonstrated expertise in CI, LE, and/or security policy, along with strong research, analysis, writing, coordination, and executive-level communication skills.
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s position will support the development, implementation, coordination, and maintenance of policies and initiatives across the Department of War (DoW), Intelligence Community (IC), and broader interagency environment. The successful candidate will be comfortable working on complex, sensitive issues and developing high-quality products for senior government leadership.
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ponsibilities
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ntain, update, coordinate, and staff Counterintelligence, Law Enforcement, and Security policies on behalf of OUSD(I&S).
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iew, analyze, and prepare staffing packages, white papers, information memorandums, policy documents, and decision materials addressing DoW, Intelligence Community, and national-level policy issues.
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elop CI, LE, and security policy initiatives for review and approval by OUSD (I&S) leadership and/or the Defense Security Enterprise (DSE) governance structure.
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pare executive-level correspondence, information papers, talking points, briefings, and other leadership materials for senior DoW and U.S. Government officials.
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elop materials and responses supporting engagements with organizations including the Government Accountability Office (GAO), Executive Office of the President, Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), Department of Justice (DOJ), Congress, and other stakeholders.
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duct detailed, accurate research and analysis on complex policy issues affecting the DoW, Intelligence Community, and interagency partners.
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rdinate across multiple organizations and stakeholders to build consensus, resolve issues, and drive actions to completion.
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pare and execute data calls in response to Presidential, Congressional, DoW, and senior leadership-directed requirements; analyze results and develop executive-level reports and presentations.
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resent the CL&S Directorate and provide subject matter expertise in CI, LE, and/or security policy at working groups, committees, governance forums, and other engagements.
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pare briefings and decision-support materials for senior leadership.
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vide administrative support to the directorate as required. Perform other related duties in support of OUSD(I&S) mission requirements.
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s position is designed to be flexible, with responsibilities evolving to meet business needs and enable individual growth.
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uirements
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helor’s degree from an accredited university
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ive TS-SCI clearance
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years of demonstrated knowledge of national and DoW and information security policies and procedures.
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e years of experience working national level security related issues affecting DoW and non-DoW entities.
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e years of experience developing policy, to include drafting, formatting, tracking, staffing, reviewing and reconciling inputs to DoW Directive(s), Instruction(s), Manual(s) and other publications; and reviewing other policy documents for information security equities.
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ee years of experience in developing, updating, and coordinating policy and developing action memos, congressional responses, briefings, background research, oversight visits, and participate in inter and intra agency meetings.
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r years of security policy or operational experience and experience as a staff action officer on an OSD, JCS, or Military Department headquarters staff.
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ired Experience:
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ect experience supporting OUSD(I&S), the Defense Security Enterprise (DSE), or senior DoW/IC organizations, with expertise in CI, LE, security policy, personnel/industrial security, insider threat, or DSE governance.
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erience working with ODNI, DOJ, GAO, Congress, the Executive Office of the President, or other federal/interagency organizations on complex policy matters and directed actions.
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ven ability to develop executive-level policy and decision products, including memorandums, information papers, talking points, correspondence, and briefings; facilitate working groups; and coordinate complex issues across organizational boundaries.
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Work for Us?
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e4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers—driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes.
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offer:
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- (k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vesting
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m- prehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce
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l- imited access to training and certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development
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i- tion assistance for job-related degrees and courses
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i- d parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules
Go
t- a big idea? At Core4ce, The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing.
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n us to build a career that matters—supported by a company that invests in you.
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qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
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- e4ce provides the listed pay range for this position as a general guideline only and not as a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final offers may take into account a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data alignment, any applicable collective bargaining agreement, and other legal requirements.
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