DEFTEC Corporation
Chesapeake, Virginia
Job Description Job Description EMERGING AND DISRUPTIVE TECHNOLOGIES SENIOR ANALYSTDEFTEC delivers mission-critical solutions through skillfully delivered services and innovative products. We are inspired by our clients' critical missions and driven to provide the most effective solutions to execute their missions, operational challenges, and requirements. Our dedicated, experienced, and talented employees work closely with our clients to ensure the delivery of exceptional services and products.POSITION OVERVIEWThe Emerging and Disruptive Technologies (EDT) Senior Analyst, a member of the Innovation Branch under Multi-Domain Force Development, contributes to identifying and cataloguing EDTs and assessing their implications and adoption opportunities in support of the Warfare Development Agenda, while promoting experimentation of EDT-based solutions in realistic environments and coordinating input to EDT activities within ACT's Science and Technology Program of Work. The analyst helps exploit EDTs that address capability shortfalls, contributes advice informing strategic foresight analysis (SFA, FFAO), NATO defense planning (NDPP), and capability development efforts including requirements formulation, concept development and experimentation, and Analysis of Alternatives, and identifies capability shortfalls suited to EDT adoption through analysis of NDPP products and Lessons Learned. The role also includes educating HQ SACT staff on EDT opportunities and risks and maintaining a knowledge base to support information exchange between ACT, NATO, and national EDT stakeholders - requiring experience gathering and interpreting research and technology information, knowledge of national S&T sources, and the ability to assess and translate emerging technologies into practical military applications.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Contribute to identification of new and cataloguing of existing Emerging and Disruptive Technologies (EDTs). Contribute to the sustained assessment of EDT implications and adoption opportunities in support of the Warfare Development Agenda. Promote increased experimentation of EDT-based solutions in realistic environments. Provide and coordinate input to programming of EDTs activities within ACT S&T POW in support of ACT's foresight, NDPP, multinational solutions, capability development, training, and education. Influence and exploit EDTs that address identified capability shortfalls and those significantly impacting available capabilities. Provide and coordinate input to the production and delivery of EDTs advice that informs the strategic foresight analysis efforts (SFA, FFAO), NATO defense planning (e.g., NDPP step 2) and subsequent capability and force development efforts, including capability requirements formulation, concept development and experimentation and Analysis of Alternatives (AoA). Identify capability shortfalls that could benefit from adoption of EDTs by analyzing the NDPP products, the operational Lessons Learned and in coordination with other ACT staff. Educate HQ SACT staff on the opportunities and risks associated with EDTs. Organize and manage a knowledge base through sustained provision of the current status of EDT adoption for Warfare Development and to enable information exchange between ACT, NATO, and national EDT stakeholders. Act as a member of the Innovation Branch under Multi-Domain Force Development, executing tasks and duties as directed by the Section Head Science and Technology or superiors with regard to projects, activities, and outputs related to the Branch core tasks in the broader field of Science and Technology. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum requirement of a bachelor's degree at a nationally recognized/certified University in computer science, information and communication technology or closely related scientific or engineering discipline and 4 years post-related experience. The lack of a university degree may be compensated for by the demonstration of a candidate's particular abilities or experience that is/are of interest to ACT, that is, at least 6 years extensive and progressive in duties related to the function of the post. Two years' experience in the acquisition, assembly, and interpretation of research & technology information. Knowledge of S&T information sources in nations, for example defense research laboratories, academic institutions, media, and defense ministries. Experience in interpreting future S&T and EDT-related information in order to assess how such technologies may be applied within the military environment and adopted to address current and future operational challenges. Practical experience with PC office automation products, including the use of internet for information research. Ability to conduct analytical work on EDT documentation, identify adoption pathways, and develop practical examples of how emerging technologies can be applied to the conflicts of today and tomorrow. NATO Secret Security Clearance or National equivalent. Demonstrated proficiency in English as defined in STANAG 6001 (Standardized Linguistic Profile (SLP) 3333 - Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing) or equivalent. DEFTEC offers a comprehensive whole-life benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, holiday, paid time off, 401K with a match, life insurance, short/long-term disability, and educational reimbursement. The DEFTEC team comprises professionals who make a difference daily in crucial national security missions. Our leadership knows that this happens by employing a diverse team that is well cared for. Our top priority is our employees, making DEFTEC an ideal workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Please get in touch with if you require reasonable accommodations. DEFTEC is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.AAP/EEO STATEMENTDEFTEC Corp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics ), genetic information, age, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, denial of family and medical care leave, arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. OTHER DUTIESPlease note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Job Description Job Description EMERGING AND DISRUPTIVE TECHNOLOGIES SENIOR ANALYSTDEFTEC delivers mission-critical solutions through skillfully delivered services and innovative products. We are inspired by our clients' critical missions and driven to provide the most effective solutions to execute their missions, operational challenges, and requirements. Our dedicated, experienced, and talented employees work closely with our clients to ensure the delivery of exceptional services and products.POSITION OVERVIEWThe Emerging and Disruptive Technologies (EDT) Senior Analyst, a member of the Innovation Branch under Multi-Domain Force Development, contributes to identifying and cataloguing EDTs and assessing their implications and adoption opportunities in support of the Warfare Development Agenda, while promoting experimentation of EDT-based solutions in realistic environments and coordinating input to EDT activities within ACT's Science and Technology Program of Work. The analyst helps exploit EDTs that address capability shortfalls, contributes advice informing strategic foresight analysis (SFA, FFAO), NATO defense planning (NDPP), and capability development efforts including requirements formulation, concept development and experimentation, and Analysis of Alternatives, and identifies capability shortfalls suited to EDT adoption through analysis of NDPP products and Lessons Learned. The role also includes educating HQ SACT staff on EDT opportunities and risks and maintaining a knowledge base to support information exchange between ACT, NATO, and national EDT stakeholders - requiring experience gathering and interpreting research and technology information, knowledge of national S&T sources, and the ability to assess and translate emerging technologies into practical military applications.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Contribute to identification of new and cataloguing of existing Emerging and Disruptive Technologies (EDTs). Contribute to the sustained assessment of EDT implications and adoption opportunities in support of the Warfare Development Agenda. Promote increased experimentation of EDT-based solutions in realistic environments. Provide and coordinate input to programming of EDTs activities within ACT S&T POW in support of ACT's foresight, NDPP, multinational solutions, capability development, training, and education. Influence and exploit EDTs that address identified capability shortfalls and those significantly impacting available capabilities. Provide and coordinate input to the production and delivery of EDTs advice that informs the strategic foresight analysis efforts (SFA, FFAO), NATO defense planning (e.g., NDPP step 2) and subsequent capability and force development efforts, including capability requirements formulation, concept development and experimentation and Analysis of Alternatives (AoA). Identify capability shortfalls that could benefit from adoption of EDTs by analyzing the NDPP products, the operational Lessons Learned and in coordination with other ACT staff. Educate HQ SACT staff on the opportunities and risks associated with EDTs. Organize and manage a knowledge base through sustained provision of the current status of EDT adoption for Warfare Development and to enable information exchange between ACT, NATO, and national EDT stakeholders. Act as a member of the Innovation Branch under Multi-Domain Force Development, executing tasks and duties as directed by the Section Head Science and Technology or superiors with regard to projects, activities, and outputs related to the Branch core tasks in the broader field of Science and Technology. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum requirement of a bachelor's degree at a nationally recognized/certified University in computer science, information and communication technology or closely related scientific or engineering discipline and 4 years post-related experience. The lack of a university degree may be compensated for by the demonstration of a candidate's particular abilities or experience that is/are of interest to ACT, that is, at least 6 years extensive and progressive in duties related to the function of the post. Two years' experience in the acquisition, assembly, and interpretation of research & technology information. Knowledge of S&T information sources in nations, for example defense research laboratories, academic institutions, media, and defense ministries. Experience in interpreting future S&T and EDT-related information in order to assess how such technologies may be applied within the military environment and adopted to address current and future operational challenges. Practical experience with PC office automation products, including the use of internet for information research. Ability to conduct analytical work on EDT documentation, identify adoption pathways, and develop practical examples of how emerging technologies can be applied to the conflicts of today and tomorrow. NATO Secret Security Clearance or National equivalent. Demonstrated proficiency in English as defined in STANAG 6001 (Standardized Linguistic Profile (SLP) 3333 - Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing) or equivalent. DEFTEC offers a comprehensive whole-life benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, holiday, paid time off, 401K with a match, life insurance, short/long-term disability, and educational reimbursement. The DEFTEC team comprises professionals who make a difference daily in crucial national security missions. Our leadership knows that this happens by employing a diverse team that is well cared for. Our top priority is our employees, making DEFTEC an ideal workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Please get in touch with if you require reasonable accommodations. DEFTEC is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.AAP/EEO STATEMENTDEFTEC Corp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics ), genetic information, age, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, denial of family and medical care leave, arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. OTHER DUTIESPlease note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
DEFTEC Corporation
Chesapeake, Virginia
Job Description Job Description TECHNOLOGY ADVANTAGE SENIOR ANALYSTDEFTEC delivers mission-critical solutions through skillfully delivered services and innovative products. We are inspired by our clients' critical missions and driven to provide the most effective solutions to execute their missions, operational challenges, and requirements. Our dedicated, experienced, and talented employees work closely with our clients to ensure the delivery of exceptional services and products.POSITION OVERVIEWThe Technology Advantage (TA) Senior Analyst supports NATO's efforts to identify and catalogue Emerging and Disruptive Technologies (EDTs) and advance TA as a critical enabler of future military capability, contributing deliverables to its development and production, analyzing how TA can support identified Warfare Development Imperatives (WDI) Lines of Development, updating TA Vision documents to build a shared understanding of the concept, drafting an initial Action Plan for its development, and supporting the definition of both Initial Operating Capability (IOC) and Final Operating Capability (FOC); the role also involves helping establish a TA community of interest, engaging directly with internal NATO and external stakeholders, and providing information and reports to the TA Project Manager and Sponsor on Action Plan activities and integration with related projects and experimentation efforts, requiring experience acquiring, assembling, and interpreting research and technology information, knowledge of national S&T information sources such as defense research laboratories, academic institutions, media, and defense ministries, experience interpreting future S&T and EDT-related information to assess military applications and address current and future operational challenges, and the ability to conduct analytical work on EDT documentation and identify technology adoption pathways.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Contribute to identification of new and cataloguing of existing EDTs. Contribute and provide deliverables to support the further development and production of the Technology Advantage critical enabler. Analysis of how TA can support identified WDI Lines of Development. Update of current TA Vision documents to describe a common understanding of TA. Prepare an initial draft Action Plan for the development of TA. Support the definition of Initial Operating Capability (IOC). Support the definition of Final Operating Capability (FOC). Support the creation of a TA community of interest. This will lead to further engagement with internal NATO and external stakeholders. Support the TA Project Manager and Sponsor through the provision of information and reports on the activities associated with the TA Action Plan and integration of the TA concept with other associated projects and experimentation activities. Interact directly with external stakeholders within the scope of this contract. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:A minimum requirement of a bachelor's degree at a nationally recognized/certified University in computer science, information and communication technology or closely related scientific or engineering discipline and 4 years post-related experience. The lack of a university degree may be compensated for by the demonstration of a candidate's particular abilities or experience that is/are of interest to ACT, that is, at least 6 years extensive and progressive in duties related to the function of the post. Two years' experience in the acquisition, assembly, and interpretation of research & technology information. Knowledge of S&T information sources in nations, for example defence research laboratories, academic institutions, media, and defence ministries. Experience in interpreting future S&T and EDT-related information in order to assess how such technologies may be applied within the military environment and adopted to address current and future operational challenges. Practical experience with PC office automation products, including the use of internet for information research. Ability to conduct analytical work on EDT documentation, identify adoption pathways, and develop practical examples of how emerging technologies can be applied to the conflicts of today and tomorrow. NATO Secret Security Clearance or National equivalent. Demonstrated proficiency in English as defined in STANAG 6001 (Standardized Linguistic Profile (SLP) 3333 - Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing) or equivalent. DEFTEC offers a comprehensive whole-life benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, holiday, paid time off, 401K with a match, life insurance, short/long-term disability, and educational reimbursement. The DEFTEC team comprises professionals who make a difference daily in crucial national security missions. Our leadership knows that this happens by employing a diverse team that is well cared for. Our top priority is our employees, making DEFTEC an ideal workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Please get in touch with if you require reasonable accommodations. DEFTEC is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.AAP/EEO STATEMENTDEFTEC Corp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics ), genetic information, age, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, denial of family and medical care leave, arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. OTHER DUTIESPlease note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Job Description Job Description TECHNOLOGY ADVANTAGE SENIOR ANALYSTDEFTEC delivers mission-critical solutions through skillfully delivered services and innovative products. We are inspired by our clients' critical missions and driven to provide the most effective solutions to execute their missions, operational challenges, and requirements. Our dedicated, experienced, and talented employees work closely with our clients to ensure the delivery of exceptional services and products.POSITION OVERVIEWThe Technology Advantage (TA) Senior Analyst supports NATO's efforts to identify and catalogue Emerging and Disruptive Technologies (EDTs) and advance TA as a critical enabler of future military capability, contributing deliverables to its development and production, analyzing how TA can support identified Warfare Development Imperatives (WDI) Lines of Development, updating TA Vision documents to build a shared understanding of the concept, drafting an initial Action Plan for its development, and supporting the definition of both Initial Operating Capability (IOC) and Final Operating Capability (FOC); the role also involves helping establish a TA community of interest, engaging directly with internal NATO and external stakeholders, and providing information and reports to the TA Project Manager and Sponsor on Action Plan activities and integration with related projects and experimentation efforts, requiring experience acquiring, assembling, and interpreting research and technology information, knowledge of national S&T information sources such as defense research laboratories, academic institutions, media, and defense ministries, experience interpreting future S&T and EDT-related information to assess military applications and address current and future operational challenges, and the ability to conduct analytical work on EDT documentation and identify technology adoption pathways.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Contribute to identification of new and cataloguing of existing EDTs. Contribute and provide deliverables to support the further development and production of the Technology Advantage critical enabler. Analysis of how TA can support identified WDI Lines of Development. Update of current TA Vision documents to describe a common understanding of TA. Prepare an initial draft Action Plan for the development of TA. Support the definition of Initial Operating Capability (IOC). Support the definition of Final Operating Capability (FOC). Support the creation of a TA community of interest. This will lead to further engagement with internal NATO and external stakeholders. Support the TA Project Manager and Sponsor through the provision of information and reports on the activities associated with the TA Action Plan and integration of the TA concept with other associated projects and experimentation activities. Interact directly with external stakeholders within the scope of this contract. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:A minimum requirement of a bachelor's degree at a nationally recognized/certified University in computer science, information and communication technology or closely related scientific or engineering discipline and 4 years post-related experience. The lack of a university degree may be compensated for by the demonstration of a candidate's particular abilities or experience that is/are of interest to ACT, that is, at least 6 years extensive and progressive in duties related to the function of the post. Two years' experience in the acquisition, assembly, and interpretation of research & technology information. Knowledge of S&T information sources in nations, for example defence research laboratories, academic institutions, media, and defence ministries. Experience in interpreting future S&T and EDT-related information in order to assess how such technologies may be applied within the military environment and adopted to address current and future operational challenges. Practical experience with PC office automation products, including the use of internet for information research. Ability to conduct analytical work on EDT documentation, identify adoption pathways, and develop practical examples of how emerging technologies can be applied to the conflicts of today and tomorrow. NATO Secret Security Clearance or National equivalent. Demonstrated proficiency in English as defined in STANAG 6001 (Standardized Linguistic Profile (SLP) 3333 - Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing) or equivalent. DEFTEC offers a comprehensive whole-life benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, holiday, paid time off, 401K with a match, life insurance, short/long-term disability, and educational reimbursement. The DEFTEC team comprises professionals who make a difference daily in crucial national security missions. Our leadership knows that this happens by employing a diverse team that is well cared for. Our top priority is our employees, making DEFTEC an ideal workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Please get in touch with if you require reasonable accommodations. DEFTEC is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.AAP/EEO STATEMENTDEFTEC Corp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics ), genetic information, age, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, denial of family and medical care leave, arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. OTHER DUTIESPlease note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. Job Posted by ApplicantPro