Job Opening : Homeland Security Preparedness Assessment Analyst Washington Metro Region

About the Job

Research Analysts and Senior Analysts: Homeland Security Preparedness Assessments

Location: Washington, DC
Posting Date: May 15, 2014

Company Profile:

Obsidian Analysis, Inc. provides clients with pragmatic solutions to their most important analytical and policy challenges. Obsidian brings together a team of outstanding professionals who have earned a reputation of responsive and client-focused support for a wide range of homeland security, intelligence, and counter terrorism agencies at all levels of government. Our client-oriented approach, coupled with our profound and relevant subject matter expertise, enables us to bring an incisive edge to solving the most critical national security problems.

Position Description:

Obsidian seeks qualified candidates for Research and Senior Analyst vacancies that will support the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)’s National Preparedness Assessment Division (NPAD), which oversees FEMA’s efforts to collect, analyze, and report on preparedness data.  Successful candidates will support NPAD in its preparedness assessment activities by conducting research and providing qualitative and quantitative analyses as well as stakeholder coordination.  The successful candidates will also be responsible for supporting the development of annual preparedness assessments—such as the National Preparedness Report and State Preparedness Report—as well as the development of ad hoc preparedness assessments, and reporting deliverables for senior government officials.

Recent college and advanced degree graduates with 0−2 years of relevant experience are invited to apply for the Research Analyst position. Candidates with 3−5 years of relevant experience are invited to apply for the Senior Analyst position.

Responsibilities:

•   Identify, prioritize, and assess preparedness-related data sets
•   Coordinate with stakeholders to collect preparedness-related data
•   Use qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques to draw conclusions from preparedness data
•   Generate analytical assessments, reports, memoranda, and presentations tailored for senior government clients
•   Collect technical data and information to prepare customized reports, technical documentation, and training materials for government clients
•   Develop stakeholder coordination strategies in support of project objectives
•   Provide legislative and policy analysis and research on preparedness-related topics

 Qualifications:

•   Degree in national security, homeland security, or public policy; OR degree in social science, science, engineering, operations research, program evaluation, or other relevant field and desire to apply those backgrounds to preparedness assessments; OR demonstrated professional experience in a relevant subject area

• Candidates selected may be subject to a security investigation and, if required, should be able to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

 Required Skills:

•   Outstanding research, analysis, and communication (oral and written) skills
•   Knowledge of homeland security, emergency preparedness, and preparedness policy
•   Proficiency in relevant software programs including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Additional Skills/Qualifications:

•   Knowledge of Presidential Policy Directive 8 (PPD-8) and the national preparedness policy architecture.
•   Experience conducting preparedness assessments for FEMA or other Federal/State/local clients
•   Experience with advanced qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques
•   Advanced data visualization and presentation techniques
•   Specialized knowledge of one or more emergency preparedness domain
•   Recent DHS Suitability or experience conducting work at a DHS government facility preferred

Employment Classification:

This is a full-time staff position and includes compensation that Obsidian believes is competitive in the private market. Obsidian offers an excellent benefits package to eligible employees that includes paid time off, health and dental insurance, and a 401K. This is not a management position.

Employment with Obsidian Analysis, Inc. is at-will, which means that the employee and Obsidian each have the right to terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.  Likewise, position requirements, terms and conditions of employment, compensation, and benefits are subject to change at any time, with or without cause or notice, to the extent consistent with applicable laws.

To Apply:

All applications for the Research and Senior Analyst positions must include a cover letter addressed to Obsidian’s Human Resources Department that explains the applicant’s qualifications in regards to the position description and a resume demonstrating relevant experience. Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Obsidian Analysis, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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Job ID: 10750070 

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