Description
Overview
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.
The Industry and Security Analysis Group (ISAG) within JOID provides analytical, technical, and program support to promote, grow, and protect the U.S. industrial base. ISAG's support spans the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Commerce, and other agencies to deliver critical decision support to national security leaders. Our team informs policy decisions, enables execution of comprehensive strategies and monitors and reports on the effectiveness of implementation. This enables senior leaders to execute strategies for developing and sustaining a robust industrial base that meets our nation's strategic resource objectives. From policy to practice, we are a team of economic and national security professionals providing innovative solutions for our Nation's most pressing security challenges.
We have immediate need for a Project Manager to support the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Industrial and Investment Security (ODASW(I2S)) Director for Integration in the Pentagon.
Responsibilities
The Integration Directorate Project Manager will conduct planning, analysis, and project management activities that support integration of the I2S missions and capabilities to defend against adversarial capital initiatives and implement the National Defense Strategy (NDS). The candidate will support the development of project plans, roadmaps, plan of actions and milestones (POAMs) related to I2S strategic activities, long-term transformation processes, analysis methodologies, and change management. The candidate will prepare briefings and other products for I2S leaders and specific audiences (e.g., DoW senior leadership, analysts, technical experts, other government agencies, allies and partners, and Congress) to highlight I2S and Integration Directorate efforts.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in political science, international relations, business, or a related technical field
- 7+ years of project management experience supporting defense or national security issues at senior staff level
- Proficiency in scheduling and planning tools like Microsoft Project, Jira, or Primavera, plus collaboration platforms like SharePoint and Teams
- Strong research, writing, and synthesis skills, with the ability to turn complex information into clear, actionable products
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- Able to work fully onsite based on client needs
Desired:
- PMP
- Experience supporting DoD, a Service headquarters, or US government agency on defense/national security matters
- Experience with defense industrial base
Pay Range Information
At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $130,000.00/Yr. - USD $150,000.00/Yr.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in political science, international relations, business, or a related technical field
- 7+ years of project management experience supporting defense or national security issues at senior staff level
- Proficiency in scheduling and planning tools like Microsoft Project, Jira, or Primavera, plus collaboration platforms like SharePoint and Teams
- Strong research, writing, and synthesis skills, with the ability to turn complex information into clear, actionable products
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- Able to work fully onsite based on client needs
Desired:
- PMP
- Experience supporting DoD, a Service headquarters, or US government agency on defense/national security matters
- Experience with defense industrial base
Responsibilities
The Integration Directorate Project Manager will conduct planning, analysis, and project management activities that support integration of the I2S missions and capabilities to defend against adversarial capital initiatives and implement the National Defense Strategy (NDS). The candidate will support the development of project plans, roadmaps, plan of actions and milestones (POAMs) related to I2S strategic activities, long-term transformation processes, analysis methodologies, and change management. The candidate will prepare briefings and other products for I2S leaders and specific audiences (e.g., DoW senior leadership, analysts, technical experts, other government agencies, allies and partners, and Congress) to highlight I2S and Integration Directorate efforts.
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