Program Manager

Position: NOAA Program Manager and Senior Advisor for Research SecurityLocation: Silver Spring, MD (Hybrid)Clearance: Active TS/SCI ClearancePosition DescriptionThe Program Manager and Senior Advisor for Research Security will support the NOAA Research Security Program by leading and overseeing the execution of specialized analyses to identify, assess, and mitigate threats to NOAA's critical technologies, intellectual property, and research data. This position requires a strong background in counterintelligence methodologies with specific experience in research security, technology protection, and foreign influence detection.Responsibilities and/or Success Factors: Threat Assessment and Analysis Conduct comprehensive assessments of foreign influence risks in NOAA research programsAnalyze intelligence reports and open-source information to identify potential threats to NOAA-sponsored researchPerform due diligence research on foreign entities seeking collaboration with NOAA research programs.Lead development of the NOAA Critical Assets List by identifying critical technologies vulnerable to foreign acquisition Policy and Procedure DevelopmentLead development of specialized due diligence processes for both classified (JWICS) and unclassified research security reviewsContribute to the export control policy development and technology control plan assessmentsDraft standard operating procedures for counterintelligence-focused due diligence in research collaborationsLead development of disclosure requirements standards and consequences for violations Security Framework ImplementationProvide counterintelligence expertise for gap analysis of current NOAA research security postureContribute to risk assessments of critical and emerging technologies as defined by NSPM-33Develop procedures for identifying and mitigating nation-state threats to NOAA researchLead in the design of supply chain risk management processes to protect research integrity Training and Incident ResponseDevelop specialized training materials focusing on foreign influence detection, technology protection, and threat awarenessSupport tabletop exercises and simulations specific to counterintelligence scenariosContribute to incident response planning for cases of suspected foreign influence or unauthorized technology transferProvide briefings to NOAA personnel on counterintelligence trends and threat indicatorsProvide programmatic management support and oversight of the program and contract deliverables, timelines, and requirement adherence Minimum Qualifications Including Certificates:Bachelor's degree in Intelligence Studies, International Relations, Cybersecurity, or related fieldMinimum 10 years of experience in counterintelligence, preferably in a government or research environment.In-depth knowledge of NSPM-33 requirements and research security frameworksExperience with export control regulations (ITAR, EAR) and technology control procedures.Proficiency with classified and unclassified intelligence analysis tools and methodologies.Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize information from multiple sources.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.