Staff Officer V

Staff Officer VThe Staff Officer V will support the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) under the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Intelligence and Security (OUSD(I&S)). This key personnel position serves as a senior-level SME responsible for providing advanced technical knowledge and analysis of highly specialized applications and operational environments for AARO operations, activities, and investments. The position requires extensive experience in policy development, program oversight, guidance, capabilities development, and resourcing requirements to support strategic planning, coordination, and policy requirements for high-level, sensitive national security activities.Responsibilities:Provide high-level subject matter expertise for work described in the program/task with advanced technical knowledge and analysis of highly specialized applications and operational environments.Participate as needed in all phases of program development with emphasis on the planning, analysis, integration, documentation, training, and presentation phases.Provide multi-discipline program and operational analytical expertise and assistance for a Senior Executive Service (SES)-led, senior level staff directorate supporting oversight, strategic planning and coordination, and policy requirements for high level, sensitive national security requirements involving Department of War (DOW) and government activities.Analyze intelligence related activities against the National Defense Strategy and the priorities of the Secretary of War and Under Secretary of War for Intelligence and Security Technical Advisory and Guidance.Provide technical advice, guidance, and direction for the improvement, modification, and re-engineering of business processes, and policies and procedures for any functional area under consideration or review.Apply principles, methods, and knowledge of specific functional areas of expertise to specific task orders/programs supporting information technology, logistics support, program management and/or professional/management development training.Provide high-level functional systems analysis, design, integration, documentation, training, and/or implementation advice on complex problems which require a high-level knowledge of the subject matter for effective implementation.Data Management and Operational Reporting:Provide technical expertise, advice, and support for the design, coordination, management, implementation, operation, and oversight of a common operational reporting system.Provide technical expertise, advice, and support required to ensure that UAP incident reporting is appropriately cataloged, stored, curated, and maintained, to include sensor data from multiple platforms and data at multiple classification levels.Develop data analytic tools and specialized dashboards as appropriate to support mission requirements. Staff Package Development and Integration.Support the development of staff packages and integration of technical mission efforts within DOW and across the Intelligence and Defense Communities.Support the daily production, coordination, and dissemination of reports and briefings that detail AARO operations, activities and investments for Congress and Senior Executive Branch officials.Support the production, coordination, and dissemination required to respond to congressionally directed actions and reporting requirements.Leadership Support and Coordination:Assist AARO leadership with drafting, editing, and coordinating DOW and Intelligence Community-wide inputs for required reports, briefings, information papers, issue papers, and other products as required.Develop and establish positive working relationships with the OUSW(I&S) Special Access Program Central Office, the Special Security Office, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, and the Combat Support Agencies.Provide strategic oversight and coordination for sensitive national security requirements involving DOW and Intelligence Community activities.Policy and Procedural Development:Support development of DOW and Intelligence Community-wide processes and procedures to enable operational and intelligence reporting of airborne objects of interest including UAP.Contribute to policy development and analysis activities that support AARO's mission objectives.Ensure compliance with all applicable DOW and Intelligence Community regulations, procedures, and security requirements.Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:Facilitate coordination between AARO and external DOW, Intelligence Community, and interagency partners.Support preparation.Qualifications:Must be a United States CitizenActive Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibilityMaster's Degree from an accredited college or universityMinimum of 15 years of experience with policy development, program oversight, guidance, capabilities development, or resourcing requirements within the DOWMinimum of 7 years of experience in Intelligence Collections, Sensitive Activities, or Special Access Programs within the DoD or Intelligence community.Demonstrated expertise in high-level functional systems analysis, design, integration, and implementationStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities with focus on complex national security challengesExcellent written and oral communication skills with ability to brief senior leadershipExperience with multi-discipline program and operational analytical supportKnowledge of DOW and Intelligence Community organizational structures and processesProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant analytical software applicationsDesired Qualifications:Advanced degree in National Security Studies, International Relations, Public Policy, or related fieldExperience with AARO mission and Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) research activitiesKnowledge of Special Access Program (SAP) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) procedures and requirementsExperience with OSD and Pentagon-level strategic planning and policy development Familiarity with National Defense Strategy implementation and analysisExperience with data analytic tools and dashboard developmentKnowledge of influence operations, information operations, or deception activitiesExperience with Congressional reporting requirements and processesUnderstanding of DOW Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) processesExperience with interagency coordination and policy development at senior levelsKnowledge of Intelligence Community analytical processes and methodologiesWhy Work for Us? Core4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers-driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes. We offer:401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vestingComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage-employee portion paid 100% by Core4ceUnlimited access to training and certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional developmentTuition assistance for job-related degrees and coursesPaid parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedulesGot 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.Join us to build a career that matters-supported by a company that invests in you. All 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.