Subject Matter Expert

Washington, DC
Part Time
Experienced

PotomacWave is looking for a part-time Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team supporting a Federal client in Washington, DC. The individual supporting this position will demonstrate advanced working knowledge of the United States Intelligence Community (USIC), its authorities, functions, responsibilities, and mission. This role advises managers complex-wide and provides guidance in policy development, planning, implementation, execution and coordination of various IN activities. This position will provide support regarding compliance with applicable USIC national security laws, executive orders, policies, procedures and guidelines and participate in/conduct briefings in support of the IN mission, goals, and objectives.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop, analyze, advise, and implement policies, procedures, processes, and tools to improve work execution, prioritization, and efficiency in support of the entire office mission, Front Office operations, communications, and strategy.
  • Perform program and policy analysis to define problems through working with stakeholders across the office and department. Make plans to address problems, including defining requirements and necessary processes. Bring difficult decision points on process, ownership, and resources to leadership with recommendations.
  • Understand, articulate, and implement best practices related to a particular area of expertise. Depending on the work environment, the candidate may lead or be an active participant in a workgroup with the need for specialized knowledge.
  • Cultivate and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including end-users, project managers, engineers, and senior staff members. Actively participate in multiple workgroups at one time and disseminate information across all levels of the organization.
  • Translate subject matter terminology into business terms and recommend alternatives to senior management.
  • Perform product demonstrations in a variety of settings, including internal meetings, training sessions and trade shows.
  • Support IN Deputy Directors. Advise managers complex-wide and provide guidance in policy development, planning, implementation, execution and coordination of various IN activities. Provide support regarding compliance with applicable USIC national security laws, executive orders, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Participate in/conduct briefings in support of the IN mission, goals, and objectives. Collaborate and coordinate policy with the DOE OGC, DOJ and FBI to support the Deputy Director in fulfilling the mission of the IN program consistent with all applicable laws, Executive Orders, DOE Orders and applicable guidelines.

Qualifications:
  • A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college is required. An advanced degree such as a Master's Degree is preferred.
  • A minimum of fifteen (15) years of related work experience in area of expertise and work in the Intelligence Community.
  • Must have excellent liaison, oral and written communication skills, conflict resolution techniques, and proven ability to perform under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
  • Must have demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with executive level personnel within the US Government, US Intelligence agencies, and with members of the scientific community.
  • Must have functional computer literacy and be proficient in common computer and network applications.
  • Must be articulate and communicate information effectively to diverse audiences.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen and have an active DOE Q or Top-Secret clearance.

Salary Range: $50.00 - $72.00 per hour
 

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