(Part-Time) Senior Naval Consultant

Vigilant Cyber Systems, Inc; United States; Remote; USD 103,000 - 207,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent consulting firm is seeking a highly experienced former U.S. Navy Surface Warfare Officer to serve as a consulting advisor. This role requires expertise in Navy operations and technology integration. The ideal candidate will work remotely, averaging 40 hours per month, with occasional travel. Responsibilities include developing deployment roadmaps and leveraging networks for business opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be a former U.S. Navy Surface Warfare Officer; CO or XO experience preferred.
• Deep understanding of Navy operations and certification processes.
• Ability to connect technical teams with Navy stakeholders.
• Existing network with Navy leadership and program offices is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop roadmaps for technology deployment aboard ships.
• Leverage professional network for business development.
• Prepare documentation for Navy reviews.
• Provide realistic operational scenarios for decision-making.

Skills

Operational alignment

Networking

Military certification processes

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Position Summary

Vigilant Cyber Systems, Inc. is seeking a highly experienced former U.S. Navy Surface Warfare Officer to serve as a consulting advisor. The ideal candidate will have served as a senior officer aboard a surface ship (Commanding Officer, Executive Officer). This role involves advising on the transition, integration, and operational alignment of advanced shipboard readiness assessment tools. The position is primarily remote, with occasional travel as required. The workload is expected to average 40 hours per month but may vary.

Key Responsibilities

• Transition and Integration Planning – Develop clear roadmaps for moving technology from prototype to shipboard deployment, including requirements, certification steps, and approval processes.
• Networking and Business Development – Leverage professional network to connect with decision-makers, facilitate meetings, and identify opportunities for technology adoption across Navy platforms.
• Meeting & Review Preparation – Support preparation for Navy reviews, ensuring accurate documentation, correct terminology, and alignment with Navy operational language.
• Operational Use Case Development – Provide realistic operational scenarios and align outputs with mission decision-making criteria, serving as the operational voice of experience.

Qualifications

• Former U.S. Navy Surface Warfare Officer; prior service as CO or XO strongly preferred.
• Deep understanding of Navy operations, certification processes, and review structures.
• Ability to translate between technical development teams and operational Navy stakeholders.
• Existing network with Navy leadership, program offices, and operational communities is highly desirable.

Work Details

• Location: Remote (occasional travel as needed)
• Commitment: Approximately 40 hours per month (may vary)