Associate Security Cooperation Specialist

3 hours ago


Arlington, Virginia, United States Naval Systems, Inc. Full time
: NSI requires an Associate Security Cooperation Specialist to support the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Defense Exports and Cooperation Program Office DASA DE&C). As an Associate Security Cooperation Specialist, you will serve as an Army staff officer supporting the implementation of security cooperation (SC) and security assistance (SA) objectives. This professional role requires exceptional attention to detail in a fast-paced, senior executive environment. Guided by senior team members, you will be responsible for executing the full spectrum of program management tasks for an assigned country portfolio, ensuring all documentation is prepared to the highest standard for senior-level review and decision-making. Oversee, manage, and execute all facets of security cooperation and security assistance objectives for an assigned country portfolio, including Foreign Military Sales (FMS), foreign disclosure, technology transfer, and defense exports. Reviews all FMS cases within the country portfolio for accuracy, appropriateness of sale, level of disclosure, and long-term supportability. Asses foreign partner military requirements against U.S. security cooperation policy objectives to provide guidance. Will coordinate with Army Staff elements, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DCSA), the Defense Technology Security Administration (DTSA), the Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, OSD Policy, and the Department of State on all aspects of the FMS program. Work closely with FMS implementing agencies, Program Acquisition Executives (PAEs) within Army Acquisition, Life Cycle Management Commands, and Army Contracting Command. Prepare and staff all FMS related waivers, transfers, notifications, and other staff actions at the Army level. Prepare weekly status reports and be prepared to provide detailed updates to leadership on the status of all major actions within your portfolio. Represent DASA DE&C at high-level U.S. and foreign partner engagements and meetings as required.

Location: Arlington, VA

Education: Bachelor's degree in International Affairs, National Security Policy, or a related field is required.

Allowable Substitution: At least ten (10) years of applied security assistance experience as a uniformed service member or US government employee may be used to waive required Bachelor's degree.

Experience: A minimum of four (4) to six (6) years of professional experience in international affairs, national security policy, or security assistance.

Skills:

  • Knowledgeable of the FMS process, security assistance laws, export controls, and technology transfer policies
  • Ability to conduct intensive research that results in high-quality technical writing
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with ability to produce error-free work under pressure

Preferred Certification:

  • Defense Security Cooperation University (DSCU) introductory courses

Security Clearance: Secret Clearance is required. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Special Notes/Instructions: NSI is a privately held, small but quickly growing company with headquarters in Lexington Park, Maryland within 5 miles of the Patuxent River Naval Air Station. Established in 2004, we are now celebrating 21 years of excellence in providing quality products and services to the Department of Defense. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, paid time off, paid holidays, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, tuition assistance program, 401k Plan with company match as well as a fun and enthusiastic work environment

To Apply: NSI offers a team-oriented work environment and a competitive compensation and employee benefits package. If you have a commitment to excellence and want to join our team of top caliber professionals, we invite you to submit your resume electronically by visiting our careers website at: https://n-s-i.us/careers/apply/.

Quality, Integrity, Teamwork, Success – that's NSI

NSI is an Equal Opportunity 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.

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