Sr. Training and Development Specialist

Systems Planning & Analysis; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. seeks a Senior Training and Development Specialist to support DHS T&E programs, review and update curricula, and deliver SME-supported training materials for Homeland Security Acquisition Institute courses, in person at DHS facilities or virtually.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience, DHS T&E Level 3 and related certifications, and an active Secret clearance or ability to obtain DHS suitability, plus strong

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and 10+ years of relevant experience.
• DHS T&E Level 3, DAWIA T&E Practitioner Level 2/3, and/or CTEP certification.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain DHS suitability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with systems engineering and T&E programs for DHS.
• Review and update formal T&E curriculum and create new materials.
• Provide SME support in adult learning and development of training materials.
• Deliver professional T&E instruction for HSAI courses, in person or virtually.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

MS Office

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job 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 the U.S. and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative, producing results that matter. SPA is objective, responsive, and trusted.

Responsibilities

The Sr. Training and Development Specialist will assist with systems engineering and testing and evaluation (T&E) programs in support of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Key responsibilities include: helping review and update the formal T&E curriculum; revising existing and creating new T&E course materials; providing SME support with expertise in adult learning and development of interactive web‑based and classroom training; and delivering professional T&E instruction for Homeland Security Acquisition Institute (HSAI) courses, in person at DHS facilities or virtually.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and 10+ years of relevant experience.
• DHS T&E Level 3, DAWIA T&E Practitioner Level 2/3, and/or CTEP (Certified Test and Evaluation Professional) certification.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both in written and verbal formats, with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain DHS Suitability.

Desired

• Experience in providing assistance to program planning and oversight, exercise development and execution, and system level analysis.
• Prior experience supporting DHS programs.
• Active DHS Suitability.

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, along with a variety of benefit programs such as health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time off. Salary ranges are $140,000–$185,000 per year (Virginia Pay Transparency).