(767) Management Analyst (Research Security)

Company Summary

Arlo Solutions (Arlo) is an information technology consulting services company that specializes in delivering technology solutions. Our reputation reflects the high quality of the talented Arlo Solutions team and the consultants working in partnership with our customers. Our mission is to understand and meet the needs of both our customers and consultants by delivering quality, value-added solutions. Our solutions are designed and managed to not only reduce costs, but to improve business processes, accelerate response time, improve services to end-users, and give our customers a competitive edge, now and into the future. 

Position Description:

The Management Analyst (Research Security) will provide high-level analytical support for the implementation of the NOAA Research Security Program. This position will focus on program management, framework development, compliance monitoring, and policy implementation to ensure adherence to NSPM-33 requirements across NOAA research operations and counterintelligence work.

Location:  Silver Spring, MD (Hybrid)

Clearance:  Active TS/SCI

Responsibilities and/or Success Factors:

• Program Development and Management Develop and maintain the Research Security Program framework aligned with NSPM-33 requirements 

• Create the Concept of Operations (CONOPS) document that outlines the operational vision for the program

• Design and document workflows, process diagrams, and reference guides for program implementation

• Support the development of the implementation roadmap with timelines and milestones Policy Development and Implementation

• Lead the drafting and implementation of comprehensive research security policies and procedures

• Develop standardized templates and formats for research security documentation

• Create guidance documents for NOAA institutions on achieving NSPM-33 compliance

• Support development of collaboration procedures with other federal agencies and stakeholders Compliance and Monitoring

• Establish continuous monitoring systems to ensure ongoing compliance with NSPM-33

• Design and implement research security assessment methodologies 

• Create compliance tracking mechanisms and reporting templates

• Develop the risk register for integration with NOAA Risk Expert Network (REN) Performance Metrics and Documentation

• Design performance metrics and quality assurance indicators for the Research Security Program 

• Produce monthly/quarterly compliance reports documenting program status

• Generate assessment reports identifying vulnerabilities and tracking improvements

• Develop and maintain program documentation including working group structures and support plans

Minimum Qualifications Including Certificates:   

• Active TS/SCI clearance

• Bachelor's degree in management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field 

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in program/policy analysis, with at least 3 years in federal government contracts

• Demonstrated experience in developing policies and frameworks for federal programs

• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and compliance frameworks

• Experience with risk management and control systems

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workplace tools, and Smartsheets

• Excellent analytical, documentation, and organizational skills

AAP Statement

We are proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, we evaluate qualified candidates in full consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other protected status.