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Description Leidos is hiring a Program Action Officer/Program Analyst to support the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) providing critical support to Government Program Managers (FPM) in managing classified committee activities. This pivotal role contributes to the NNSA Office of Defense Programs (NA-10). Based at NNSA-HQ/FORS, the senior-level incumbent will collaborate closely with support staff at NNSA-HQ, counterparts in NA-10 Programs/Offices, and other high level NNSA and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include maintaining a professional demeanor as a public-facing representative of NA-12 office leadership, the individual must demonstrate proactive support, engagement, confidentiality, and excel in both classified and unclassified environments. Leveraging advanced computer skills, this role streamlines processes, manages executive, compiles/distributes classified meeting materials, and prepares briefings, reports, and actions. Also provides programmatic support to manage the operations, prioritization, and execution of multiple programs within the portfolio. The position mandates mature judgment, the ability to make independent decisions adhering to established policies and facilitates the attainment of long-term goals for multi-billion-dollar programs within the NNSA Office of Defense Programs.We seek an experienced, senior-level candidate adept in an Action Officer and/or Program Manager capacity with prior involvement in government, DOE, DOD, or military environments. Essential qualifications include substantial experience in classified environments, a comprehensive understanding of NNSA program support policies, and proficiency in Classified Matter Protection & Control (CMPC). The ideal candidate should be self-initiating, comfortable in dynamic settings, and capable of engaging with diverse federal and military senior staff and leadership.Roles/Responsibilities:Analyzing data and information to assess priorities, completeness, and consistency for technical and programmatic communication within and external to the program management office.Checking the level of quality and fidelity of programmatic and technical data, and other information used to propagate program status and initiating corrections, updates, and replacements as indicated.Composing presentations, meeting minutes, white papers, and other deliverables that communicate messaging and program status.Ability to provide measurable input to new solutions, processes or standards in order to achieve functional/project objectives.Coordinating routine and exceptional program documents/deliverables that accomplish commitments and objectives. This includes tracking and archiving unclassified and classified documents and deliverables for quick access to respond to questions and audits.Operating as the primary point of contact for the programs interfacing organizations and functions.Communicating effectively to internal and external program participants in writing, on the phone, and in person to assist the program with accomplishing critical actions.Coordinating and facilitating periodic program reviews and facilitating and participating in meetings.Providing programmatic document review, resolving, and reconciling technical and programmatic comments, and producing high quality deliverables.Processing and securely handling controlled and classified correspondence and documents.Duties may include qualitative and quantitative analyses, simulations, and decision support system applications.Demonstrated ability to exercise mature judgment and autonomy in decision-making within established policies and procedures.Proficient in interpersonal communication, both written and verbal, capable of collaborating in team settings with federal and contractor staff.Organize technical meetings to include consulting with technical staff from national laboratories on nuclear weapon surety issues.Ability to identify and resolve complex problems that typically impact multiple area or disciplines.Experience in managing external communications, office management, and supporting policy and strategic planning efforts.Proficient in handling Visit Requests, organizing conferences, administering security procedures, and overseeing classified and unclassified document management.Skilled in maintaining the integrity and security of classified systems, hardware, and data, and management of classified documents handling and storage.Responsible for physical security measures in controlled areas, preserving the confidentiality of records, and facilitating briefings and reports with minimal oversight.Oversight of diverse administrative duties such as calendar maintenance, meeting minute writing, correspondence handling, and information management through advanced computer skills.Required Education, Experience & Clearance:Active DOD Top Secret clearance and/or active DOE Q clearances required.Bachelors degree in related field with 12+ years of related experience, of which 5+ years of experience is working in classified and unclassified environments or a Masters degree in a related field with 10+ years of related experience, of which 5+ years of experience is working in classified and unclassified environmentsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated experience developing briefings for senior and executive management.Detail-oriented with a professional demeanor and exceptional organizational skills, adept at managing multiple projects by analyzing operational activities in a fast-paced environment while handling interruptions and competing priorities effectively.Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Outlook, and MS Excel) with particular emphasis on word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet applications required.Experience with administering security processes that ensure security and integrity of classified systems, hardware and data in accordance with established procedures.Experience maintaining physical security of classified safe, including all content, from creation through destruction in accordance with and in compliance with applicable regulations.Preferred Qualifications:Nuclear weapons program experienceInteragency experienceSalary Range for this position is $160K to $165KOriginal Posting Date:2024-05-14While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $108,550.00 - $196,225.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
