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Senior Engagement Simulation System Specialist

ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services Firm focusing on providing value to clients through tailored solutions based on industry leading practices. ProSidian services focus on the broad spectrum of Risk Management, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, Energy & Sustainability, and Talent Management. We help forward thinking clients solve problems and improve operations. Launched by former Big 4 Management Consultants; our multidisciplinary teams bring together the talents of nearly 190 professionals nationally to complete a wide variety of engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes. Our Services are deployed across the enterprise, target drivers of economic profit (growth, margin and efficiency), and are aligned at the intersections of assets, processes, policies and people delivering value.

ProSidian clients represent a broad spectrum of industries to include but are not limited to Energy, Manufacturing, Chemical, Retail, Healthcare, Telecommunications, Hospitality, Pharmaceuticals, Banking & Financial Services, Transportation, Federal and State Government Agencies. Learn More About ProSidian Consulting at

Job Description

ProSidian Seeks a Senior Engagement Simulation System Specialist in CONUS - Mid Atlantic Washington Metropolitan Area (Northern Virginia | Washington DC | Maryland) to support an engagement for a cabinet-level department of the US Govt. concerned with the US' policies regarding energy and safety in handling nuclear material. The Agency's Office of Enterprise Assessment (EA) provides leadership and Senior Managers with an independent assessment of the effectiveness of the Agency's policies and site performance in the areas of safeguards and security, cyber security, emergency management, environment, safety, health, and other critical functions as directed by the Secretary. As the Agency Program Management Improvement Officer (PMIO), the EA Office supports priorities for maintaining a safe, secure and effective nuclear deterrent and reducing the threat of nuclear proliferation, overseeing the US' energy supply, carrying out the environmental clean-up from the Cold War nuclear mission, and supporting The Agency's 17 National Laboratories.

The ProSidian Engagement Team Members work to provide technical and administrative support a "check and balance" function by objectively: 1) observing and reporting on the performance of Federal and contractor organizations' implementation of security and safety policies and programs, 2) applying enforcement actions to contractor organizations for poor performance in adhering to legally enforceable security and safety requirements, and 3) developing and delivering security and safety training programs that reflect best practices and lessons learned from EA independent assessments to enhance workforce performance. This includes technical expertise to perform the effort for a full scope of oversight program and support activities for the enforcement and training programs in the areas of safeguards and security; cyber security; emergency management; and environment, safety, and health; as well as general and cross- cutting support.

This is a Engagement Team addition to the project. Senior Engagement Simulation System Specialist Candidates shall work to support requirements for CLIN 1000: Management And Technical Crosscutting Activities (Time And Materials (T&M)) [For Activities Related To General And Cross-Cutting Support]

Qualifications

The Senior Engagement Simulation System Specialist shall have consecutive employment in a position with comparable responsibilities within the past five (5) years, Must be able to use a computer to communicate via email; and proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word/Excel/Power point) and related tools and technology required for the position. Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

Education: For a position where a Bachelor's degree is required, a Master's degree can substitute for five years of relevant commercial or government experience. A degree must be from an accredited college or university. Applicant must possess at least a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college and have extensive training in engagement simulation systems.

Experience: Applicant must have at least 15 years of relevant experience in security operations, which includes at least 10 years of experience with maintenance and deployment of engagement simulation systems in tactical security tests. Applicant must be proficient in maintaining, repairing, deploying, and controlling engagement simulation systems. Applicant must have working knowledge of the Agency Missions, sites, facilities, operations, and organizational roles and responsibilities.

Applicant must demonstrate detailed knowledge in protective force operations, including tactics, training, response plans, supervision, equipment, and weapons. Applicant must have knowledge of in radio frequency management. Applicant must have familiarity with requirements for interstate transportation of explosive and other hazardous materials that may be used in engagement simulations. Applicant must have a demonstrated ability to perform on a team in a wide range of performance tests and training activities.

Applicant must demonstrate familiarity with government property management requirements and audits. Applicant must have demonstrated ability to manage an equipment support program and interface with senior managers. Applicant must have a demonstrated ability to develop reports and presentations (verbal and written) that are understandable to a management audience. The position requires an individual with excellent oral and written communications skills, and a proven ability to meet deadlines and perform under pressure in an uncertain environment.

Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)
• All ProSidian staff must be determined eligible for a "Facility Access Authorization" (also referred to as an "Employment Authorization") by the USG's designated Security Office.

Additional Information

CORE COMPETENCIES * Teamwork ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader * Leadership ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives * Business Acumen understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people * Communication ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing * Motivation persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions * Agility ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams * Judgment exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications * Organization ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

OTHER REQUIREMENTS * Business Tools understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary. * Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors * Curiosity the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together * Humility exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference * Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom

BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. Our team members receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes Competitive Compensation, Group Health Insurance Health Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Contributions, Vacation and Paid Time off (PTO) Benefits, Pre-Tax Payment Programs, Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans, a ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program, Performance Incentives, etc. Our comprehensive benefits package includes a medical, dental and vision plan. Our growing list of benefits currently include the following:

• Competitive Compensation: Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with full Gold Level (Tier 1) Group Medical Benefits, Pretax Employee Benefit Plan, plus performance incentives
• Group Health Insurance Health Benefits: Group Health Insurance Including Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance: Contributions are deducted from pay on a Pretax basis - Employee and family coverage is available with employer contribution of 50% of Employee (only) premiums under the Health and Vision Plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield NC (Blue Options Medical Plan Code: PB07840 / Metallic Level: Gold - - bcbsnc.com?) and Dental Plan (Ameritas -
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement. Eligible employees can make before-tax contributions to the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan to help you save for retirement. Contributions are deducted from pay