Cultural SME - Russia

Web Business Solutions; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Web Business Solutions seeks a Cultural SME for Russia to provide expert research, analysis, and educational content on Russian cultural, social, military, political, economic, and geopolitical dynamics. The role supports briefing materials, scenario planning, and staff presentations to inform strategy and decision-making.

The position requires a Master's degree and a minimum of ten years' experience in geopolitical or cultural analysis, with a Tier 1 background check and Secret clearance

Qualifications

• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in Russian cultural, social, military, political, economic, and geopolitical affairs.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert analysis on cultural, social, military, and political factors; highlight key trends and implications.
• Develop briefing materials and reports on cultural dynamics and strategic interests for decision-making.
• Conduct research on historical and contemporary cultural issues and summarize insights for stakeholders.
• Support creation of educational and training materials on regional cultural awareness and geopolitical dynamics.
• Deliver briefings to staff on cultural norms, societal trends, and potential risks or opportunities.
• Monitor media, government publications, and open-source materials for timely updates on cultural and geopolitical shifts.
• Support scenario planning exercises with cultural insights to predict outcomes.
• Identify cultural factors that could impact security, economic interests, or diplomatic relations.
• Provide analysis on how policies or trends influence stability and cooperation.

Skills

Russian cultural dynamics

Geopolitical analysis

Education

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Q Office - Quantico, VA 22134 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Master's Degree*This position is contingent upon contract award*

Job purpose

The Cultural SME for Russia provides expert research, analysis, educational content, briefings, and scenario support concerning Russian cultural, social, military, political, economic, and geopolitical dynamics.

Duties and responsibilities

• Provide expert analysis on cultural, social, military, and political factors, highlighting key trends and potential implications.
• Develop briefing materials and reports on cultural dynamics and strategic interests to inform organizational initiatives and decision-making.
• Conduct research on historical and contemporary cultural issues, summarizing key insights for stakeholders.
• Support the development of educational and training materials focused on regional cultural awareness and geopolitical dynamics.
• Deliver presentations and briefings to staff on cultural norms, societal trends, and potential risks or opportunities.
• Monitor and analyze media, government publications, and open-source materials to provide timely updates on cultural and geopolitical shifts.
• Support scenario planning exercises, offering cultural insights and expertise to simulate responses and predict potential outcomes.
• Assist in identifying cultural factors that could impact security, economic interests, or diplomatic relations.
• Provide analysis on cultural and societal aspects, including how policies or trends influence stability and cooperation.
• Support organizational understanding of cultural risks and mitigations by providing strategic insights.
• Stay informed on emerging cultural and geopolitical developments, continuously updating their expertise and resources.

QualificationsQualifications

• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in Russian cultural, social, military, political, economic, and geopolitical affairs.

Education

• Master's degree in related field.

Years of Relative Work Experience:

• Minimum ten (10) years' experience analyzing geopolitical, cultural, military, economic, or social issues.

Clearance:

• Minimum Tier 1 background investigation and Government-access eligibility are required; an active Secret clearance is required before supporting classified events or tasks.