Functional Specialist/Advisor - TS/SCI

Parsons; Missouri; On-site; USD 75,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Functional Specialist/Advisor to provide operations, logistics, and project support. You will manage schedules, documentation, and reporting while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen business continuity and mission assurance. This role emphasizes proactive analysis, briefing development, and training material support.

The position requires a U.S. citizenship with an active TS/SCI clearance w/CI poly or Top Secret SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of related experience.
• Experience in business analysis, project coordination, program support, or a related field with an understanding of project management principles, business continuity concepts, and fast-paced organizational environments.
• Adaptable, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused approach with strong follow-through and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and collaboration tools, with ability to learn mission assurance systems used for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate schedules, meetings, virtual collaboration sessions, and VTC requirements.
• Maintain administrative products and documentation, including badge buddies and staff packages.
• Support project planning, timeline tracking, metrics reporting, and continuity project initiatives.
• Coordinate meeting logistics, prepare minutes, track action items, and distribute taskings and reporting requirements.
• Assist with business process analysis, business impact analysis, and documentation of essential functions and essential support activities.
• Support business continuity planning, component liaison programs, and risk management documentation and coordination.
• Draft and coordinate briefings, talking points, strategic communications, and other communication products for stakeholder engagement.
• Support training activities and user assistance related to business continuity, mission assurance, and MAST toolsets (CPT, LIT, NROM, EMSEL).

Skills

Project coordination

Business analysis

Stakeholder management

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Office

SharePoint

Collaboration tools

MAST toolsets

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Functional Specialist/Advisor to join our team! In this role, you will provide operational, logistical, and project coordination support by managing schedules, meetings, documentation, taskings, and reporting requirements. You will assist with business continuity, mission assurance, risk management, and process analysis activities while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders. You will also support the development of briefings, communications, and training materials, and help maintain proficiency in mission assurance tools and systems.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Support office operations, including onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Coordinate schedules, meetings, virtual collaboration sessions, and VTC requirements.
• Maintain administrative products and documentation, including badge buddies and staff packages.
• Support records management activities in accordance with applicable policy directives.
• Assist with project planning, timeline tracking, metrics reporting, and continuity project initiatives.
• Coordinate meeting logistics, prepare minutes, track action items, and distribute taskings and reporting requirements.
• Assist with business process analysis, business impact analysis, and documentation of essential functions and essential support activities.
• Support business continuity planning, component liaison programs, and risk management documentation and coordination.
• Draft and coordinate briefings, talking points, strategic communications, and other communication products while supporting stakeholder engagement and working groups.
• Support training activities, demonstrations, and user assistance related to business continuity, mission assurance, and MAST toolsets, including CPT, LIT, NROM, and EMSEL.

Required Clearance:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess an active TS/SCI Clearance with CI Poly.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelors Degree and 2+ years of related experience.
• Experience in business analysis, project coordination, program support, or a related field, with an understanding of project management principles, business continuity concepts, and fast-paced organizational environments.
• An adaptable, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused approach, with strong follow-through and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and collaboration tools, along with the ability to quickly learn specialized databases and mission assurance systems used for data analysis, metrics reporting, and document management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft clear reports and briefings, facilitate meetings, present information to diverse audiences, and build effective stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, adapt to changing requirements, and deliver high-quality results both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• FEMA level 1 certified (or ability to attain within 6 months of hire).
• Project management training or certification (e.g., PMP, CAPM).

• Business continuity or emergency management related certifications.

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required to apply, however, the selected candidate must be able to obtain a Top Secret SCI clearance prior to the start date. This position is part of our Federal Solutions team. The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now. Salary Range: $74,800.00 - $130,900.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle! Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars!

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