FIRST Nuclear Security Senior Analyst

Type of Requisition:RegularClearance Level Must Currently Possess:NoneClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:SecretPublic Trust/Other Required:NoneJob Family:National Security AnalysisJob Qualifications:Skills:International Security, National Security, Nonproliferation, Nuclear Security, Training ProgramsCertifications:NoneExperience:4 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:YesJob Description:GDIT and the U.S. Department of State are seeking a Program Advisor oversee international capacity-building trainings aimed at addressing pressing nuclear security, proliferation, safety, and sovereignty challenges posed by aggressive civil nuclear reactor exports.GDIT is partnering with the Department of State’s Office of Cooperative Threat Reduction (CTR) to support the Foundational Infrastructure for the Responsible Use of Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Technology (FIRST) program – a multi-agency U.S. government initiative that provides capacity building support to help partner countries:Establish a civil nuclear power program under the highest international standards for nuclear safety, security, and nonproliferationTake advantage of next generation nuclear energy innovations and technologies in their sustainable energy plansMeet their clean, reliable energy goals while protecting the global climateDeepen relationships through government, industry, national laboratory, and university engagementsCTR funds, manages, and implements the FIRST and civil nuclear security programming efforts, which focus currently on the Asia/Pacific region, Africa, Eastern Europe, Central Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East.This FIRST Program Advisor will serve as an on-site/hybrid contractor at the Department of State and assist CTR in developing, managing, and coordinating FIRST and civil nuclear security capacity-building efforts. The Program Advisor will be responsible for providing programmatic, financial, and technical oversight to assigned projects and activities while actively contributing to strategically advancing the FIRST team’s objectives and programming. CTR’s programmatic efforts evolve in response to the international security environment, requiring Program Advisors to develop, coordinate, and implement innovative strategies to address the dynamic environment. The Program Advisor will also be responsible for supporting relevant policy development and implementation within the Department of State and coordinating with other U.S. Government departments and agencies as needed. Responsibilities:Developing and implementing country-specific, time-sensitive, and complex capacity-building projects and strategies in partnership with host government officials and in coordination with the interagency.Manage complex and sensitive relationships with interagency partners such as the U.S. Department of Energy, National Nuclear Security Administration, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Commerce Department, Department of Defense, and State Department partners from country desks, embassies, and within the ISN Bureau in a manner that advances CTR’s programmatic goals and directs complementary capabilities in a whole-of-U.S.-nuclear-sector effort to address these threats.Participating in the review of threat reduction project proposals and making recommendations concerning the approval and funding of proposals.Advise CTR’s budget planning process, to include the preparation of grants, cooperative agreements, and Interagency Agreement documents; financial monitoring; financial reconciliation; and financial close out.Briefing high-level officials in the Department of State, interagency, foreign governments, and senior nuclear industry executives on CTR programmatic activities.Representing CTR in domestic and foreign meetings as required.Other activities as assigned by the ISN/CTR Office Director and Deputy Director, Team Chief, and Deputy Team Chief.Qualifications:Demonstrated prior experience working on USG international nonproliferation, nuclear energy, scientific, or other WMD nonproliferation programs.General familiarity with civil nuclear reactor technology ideally including small modular reactors, threat reduction programming, the risks of nuclear proliferation, and implementation of capacity-building for foreign partners.Outstanding written and verbal communication, diplomacy, teamwork, and project management skills.International travel will be required, and foreign language skills are a plus.The candidate must be able to receive and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.MA/MS and 4 years of work experience or a BA/BS and 6 years of work experience . An international affairs, policy, or technical background is preferred but not required.GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:401K with company matchComprehensive health and wellness packagesInternal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your careerProfessional growth opportunities including paid education and certificationsCutting-edge technology you can learn fromRest and recharge with paid vacation and holidaysGDIT CAREERSOpportunity OwnedDiscover more at www.gdit.com/careers  General Dynamics Information Technology is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.The likely salary range for this position is $102,000 - $138,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Travel Required:10-25%Telecommuting Options:HybridWork Location:USA DC WashingtonAdditional Work Locations:Total Rewards at GDIT:Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.