{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"be61f2f548f6ffc285ddcdab","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/be61f2f548f6ffc285ddcdab","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/be61f2f548f6ffc285ddcdab","title":"Classification/Program Protection Security (SME)","description":"Job Location\nWashington, District of Columbia, United States\n\nTracking Code\n1415-383\n\nPosition Type\nFull-Time/Regular\n\nCore4ce is seeking a highly experienced Classification/Program Protection Security (SME) to support the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence & Security (OUSD(I&S)). The ideal candidate will bring demonstrated expertise in CI, LE, and/or security policy, along with strong research, analysis, writing, coordination, and executive-level communication skills.\n\nThis position will support the development, implementation, coordination, and maintenance of policies and initiatives across the Department of War (DoW), Intelligence Community (IC), and broader interagency environment. The successful candidate will be comfortable working on complex, sensitive issues and developing high-quality products for senior government leadership.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nMaintain, update, coordinate, and staff Counterintelligence, Law Enforcement, and Security policies on behalf of OUSD(I&S).\n\nReview, analyze, and prepare staffing packages, white papers, information memorandums, policy documents, and decision materials addressing DoW, Intelligence Community, and national-level policy issues.\n\nDevelop CI, LE, and security policy initiatives for review and approval by OUSD (I&S) leadership and/or the Defense Security Enterprise (DSE) governance structure.\n\nPrepare executive-level correspondence, information papers, talking points, briefings, and other leadership materials for senior DoW and U.S. Government officials.\n\nDevelop materials and responses supporting engagements with organizations including the Government Accountability Office (GAO), Executive Office of the President, Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), Department of Justice (DOJ), Congress, and other stakeholders.\n\nConduct detailed, accurate research and analysis on complex policy issues affecting the DoW, Intelligence Community, and interagency partners.\n\nCoordinate across multiple organizations and stakeholders to build consensus, resolve issues, and drive actions to completion.\n\nPrepare and execute data calls in response to Presidential, Congressional, DoW, and senior leadership-directed requirements; analyze results and develop executive-level reports and presentations.\n\nRepresent the CL&S Directorate and provide subject matter expertise in CI, LE, and/or security policy at working groups, committees, governance forums, and other engagements.\n\nPrepare briefings and decision-support materials for senior leadership.\n\nProvide administrative support to the directorate as required. Perform other related duties in support of OUSD(I&S) mission requirements.\n\nThis position is designed to be flexible, with responsibilities evolving to meet business needs and enable individual growth.\n\nRequirements\n\nBachelor’s degree from an accredited university\n\nActive TS-SCI clearance\n\nTen years of demonstrated knowledge of national and DoW and information security policies and procedures.\n\nFive years of experience working national level security related issues affecting DoW and non-DoW entities.\n\nFive years of experience developing policy, to include drafting, formatting, tracking, staffing, reviewing and reconciling inputs to DoW Directive(s), Instruction(s), Manual(s) and other publications; and reviewing other policy documents for information security equities.\n\nThree years of experience in developing, updating, and coordinating policy and developing action memos, congressional responses, briefings, background research, oversight visits, and participate in inter and intra agency meetings.\n\nFour years of security policy or operational experience and experience as a staff action officer on an OSD, JCS, or Military Department headquarters staff.\n\nDesired Experience:\n\nDirect experience supporting OUSD(I&S), the Defense Security Enterprise (DSE), or senior DoW/IC organizations, with expertise in CI, LE, security policy, personnel/industrial security, insider threat, or DSE governance.\n\nExperience working with ODNI, DOJ, GAO, Congress, the Executive Office of the President, or other federal/interagency organizations on complex policy matters and directed actions.\n\nProven ability to develop executive-level policy and decision products, including memorandums, information papers, talking points, correspondence, and briefings; facilitate working groups; and coordinate complex issues across organizational boundaries.\n\nWhy Work for Us?\n\nCore4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers—driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes.\n\nWe offer:\n\n401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vesting\nComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce\nUnlimited access to training and certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development\nTuition assistance for job-related degrees and courses\nPaid parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules\nGot a big idea? At Core4ce, The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing.\n\nJoin us to build a career that matters—supported by a company that invests in you.\n\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.\n\n*Core4ce provides the listed pay range for this position as a general guideline only and not as a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final offers may take into account a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data alignment, any applicable collective bargaining agreement, and other legal requirements.\n\nSalary Range\n$110,000.00 - $135,000.00\n\nSalary Currency\nUSD\n\nSalary Type\nBi-Monthly","company":"Core4ce","rawCompany":"core4ce","city":"Washington","state":"DC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-03T10:23:01.575Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1199.07","title":"Security Management Specialists","slug":"security-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-3013.01","title":"Security Managers","slug":"security-managers"},{"code":"33-3021.06","title":"Intelligence Analysts","slug":"intelligence-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"},{"code":"921190","title":"Other General Government Support","slug":"other-general-government-support"},{"code":"921110","title":"Executive Offices","slug":"executive-offices"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Classification/Program Protection Security (SME)","description":"Job Location\nWashington, District of Columbia, United States\n\nTracking Code\n1415-383\n\nPosition Type\nFull-Time/Regular\n\nCore4ce is seeking a highly experienced Classification/Program Protection Security (SME) to support the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence & Security (OUSD(I&S)). The ideal candidate will bring demonstrated expertise in CI, LE, and/or security policy, along with strong research, analysis, writing, coordination, and executive-level communication skills.\n\nThis position will support the development, implementation, coordination, and maintenance of policies and initiatives across the Department of War (DoW), Intelligence Community (IC), and broader interagency environment. The successful candidate will be comfortable working on complex, sensitive issues and developing high-quality products for senior government leadership.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nMaintain, update, coordinate, and staff Counterintelligence, Law Enforcement, and Security policies on behalf of OUSD(I&S).\n\nReview, analyze, and prepare staffing packages, white papers, information memorandums, policy documents, and decision materials addressing DoW, Intelligence Community, and national-level policy issues.\n\nDevelop CI, LE, and security policy initiatives for review and approval by OUSD (I&S) leadership and/or the Defense Security Enterprise (DSE) governance structure.\n\nPrepare executive-level correspondence, information papers, talking points, briefings, and other leadership materials for senior DoW and U.S. Government officials.\n\nDevelop materials and responses supporting engagements with organizations including the Government Accountability Office (GAO), Executive Office of the President, Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), Department of Justice (DOJ), Congress, and other stakeholders.\n\nConduct detailed, accurate research and analysis on complex policy issues affecting the DoW, Intelligence Community, and interagency partners.\n\nCoordinate across multiple organizations and stakeholders to build consensus, resolve issues, and drive actions to completion.\n\nPrepare and execute data calls in response to Presidential, Congressional, DoW, and senior leadership-directed requirements; analyze results and develop executive-level reports and presentations.\n\nRepresent the CL&S Directorate and provide subject matter expertise in CI, LE, and/or security policy at working groups, committees, governance forums, and other engagements.\n\nPrepare briefings and decision-support materials for senior leadership.\n\nProvide administrative support to the directorate as required. Perform other related duties in support of OUSD(I&S) mission requirements.\n\nThis position is designed to be flexible, with responsibilities evolving to meet business needs and enable individual growth.\n\nRequirements\n\nBachelor’s degree from an accredited university\n\nActive TS-SCI clearance\n\nTen years of demonstrated knowledge of national and DoW and information security policies and procedures.\n\nFive years of experience working national level security related issues affecting DoW and non-DoW entities.\n\nFive years of experience developing policy, to include drafting, formatting, tracking, staffing, reviewing and reconciling inputs to DoW Directive(s), Instruction(s), Manual(s) and other publications; and reviewing other policy documents for information security equities.\n\nThree years of experience in developing, updating, and coordinating policy and developing action memos, congressional responses, briefings, background research, oversight visits, and participate in inter and intra agency meetings.\n\nFour years of security policy or operational experience and experience as a staff action officer on an OSD, JCS, or Military Department headquarters staff.\n\nDesired Experience:\n\nDirect experience supporting OUSD(I&S), the Defense Security Enterprise (DSE), or senior DoW/IC organizations, with expertise in CI, LE, security policy, personnel/industrial security, insider threat, or DSE governance.\n\nExperience working with ODNI, DOJ, GAO, Congress, the Executive Office of the President, or other federal/interagency organizations on complex policy matters and directed actions.\n\nProven ability to develop executive-level policy and decision products, including memorandums, information papers, talking points, correspondence, and briefings; facilitate working groups; and coordinate complex issues across organizational boundaries.\n\nWhy Work for Us?\n\nCore4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers—driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes.\n\nWe offer:\n\n401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vesting\nComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce\nUnlimited access to training and certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development\nTuition assistance for job-related degrees and courses\nPaid parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules\nGot a big idea? At Core4ce, The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing.\n\nJoin us to build a career that matters—supported by a company that invests in you.\n\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.\n\n*Core4ce provides the listed pay range for this position as a general guideline only and not as a guarantee of compensation or salary. 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