Security Cooperation Analyst

U.S. Space Command; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Space Command is seeking a Security Cooperation Analyst for the J53 Western Hemisphere Branch. The role focuses on evaluating, researching, developing, and coordinating security cooperation strategies, plans, and policies. Independent analysis supports acquisition-related work and complex issues.

The incumbent will engage with external agencies, coordinate long-term partner-nation objectives, and help shape security programs while maintaining required certifications and clearance.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance.
• Occasional travel away from regular duty location may be required.
• May be required to work irregular duty hours including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Must attain and maintain the required Security Cooperation Workforce certification and complete associated continuous-learning requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, organize, and manage security cooperation initiatives, security assistance plans, initial design documents, and related elements of campaign and operational planning.
• Coordinate with external agencies and partners to advance long-term partner-nation security cooperation objectives, supporting activities, and investments.
• Develop assessment, monitoring, and evaluation tools; analyze partner-nation capability needs and recommend program and resourcing solutions
• Represent the command in security cooperation engagements with Combatant Commands, Services, agencies, senior leaders, and international counterparts.
• Participate in contingency planning, exercises, wargames, mission analysis activities, other events; develop recommendations for security cooperation plan updates

Skills

Security coordination

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Interagency liaison

Security clearance management

Job description

Position: Security Cooperation Analyst

Series/Grade: NH-0301-03

Value of Position: ** $77,293 – $118,204 (without locality)

Org: USSPACECOM/J5, Strategy, Plans & Policy Directorate, Global Engagements and Cooperation Division, J53 Western Hemisphere Branch

PCS Entitlements: May be offered

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: May be offered

Telework: Situational Only

United States Space Command (USSPACECOM) is seeking a talented individual to serve as a Security Cooperation Analyst for the J53 Western Hemisphere Branch. This position offers the opportunity to advance the USSPACEOM mission by strengthening partnerships, and advancing shared space capabilities to deter conflict, deliver space combat power, and defend U.S. interests with its allies and partners.

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Description of Position: Serves as a Security Cooperation Analyst and Security Cooperation Planner in the USSPACECOM J53 Western Hemisphere Branch. Responsible for evaluating, researching, developing, and coordinating strategies, plans, and policies associated with security cooperation activities. The incumbent independently addresses complex issues; analyzes and reports project findings; and supports acquisition-related work.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop, organize, and manage security cooperation initiatives, security assistance plans, initial design documents, and related elements of campaign and operational planning.
• Coordinate with external agencies and partners to advance long-term partner-nation security cooperation objectives, supporting activities, and investments.
• Develop assessment, monitoring, and evaluation tools; analyze partner-nation capability needs and recommend program and resourcing solutions
• Represent the command in security cooperation engagements with Combatant Commands, Services, agencies, senior leaders, and international counterparts.
• Participate in contingency planning, exercises, wargames, mission analysis activities, other events; develop recommendations for security cooperation plan updates

Desired Skills/Expertise:

• Develops, and manages security cooperation initiatives, initial design documents, regional strategies, and other elements of campaign and operational planning.
• Coordinates with external agencies and partners to advance long-term security cooperation objectives, supporting activities, and investments.
• Develops assessment, monitoring, and evaluation tools; analyzes and recommends solutions to expand partner-nation capabilities
• Represents the command in security cooperation engagements with Combatant Commands, Services, senior civilian and military leaders, and international counterparts.
• Participates in contingency planning, exercises, experiments, wargames, and mission analysis activities; develops recommendations for security cooperation plan updates

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance.
• Occasional travel away from regular duty location may be required.
• May be required to work irregular duty hours including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Must attain and maintain the required Security Cooperation Workforce certification and complete associated continuous-learning requirements.

**Value of Position (VOP): If your current basic salary is within the band, but above the stated VOP, your basic salary will not be reduced if you are selected for the position.