Senior BioDefense Preparedness Project Specialist - Clearance Required
Tysons, VA 
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Posted 17 days ago
Job Description
Senior BioDefense Preparedness Project Specialist - Clearance Required
Job Locations US-Remote
Job ID 2024-11339 # of Openings 1 Category Project Management
Overview

LMI is seeking a senior Project Specialist to join our DHS CWMD BioDefense Team, specifically to support the DHS BioDefense Preparedness. This position requires an Active Secret clearance and the ability to obtain DHS Suitability. This is an Offsite position that can be supported remotely.

With the threat of transnational terrorism and ongoing development of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) by nations potentially hostile to the U.S., DHS has taken steps to integrate the full range of its radiological, nuclear, chemical, and biological capabilities to enhance the nation's abilities to prevent terrorists and other threat actors from using WMD, and support operational partners in closing capability gaps along adversary pathways. As the focal point for this effort, DHS Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) Operations Support Directorate (OSD) requires advisory and assistance services to effectively operationalize CWMD by developing and enhancing the capabilities of the DHS Components as well as federal, state, local, territorial and tribal (FSLTT) partners. LMI provides advisory and assistance services (program support, training and exercise, medical operations, information integration, requirements generation, and operational coordination) to CWMD Operations Support Directorate (OSD).

LMI is a consultancy dedicated to powering a future-ready, high-performing government, drawing from expertise in digital and analytic solutions, logistics, and management advisory services. We deliver integrated capabilities that incorporate emerging technologies and are tailored to customers' unique mission needs, backed by objective research and data analysis. Founded in 1961 to help the Department of Defense resolve complex logistics management challenges, LMI continues to enable growth and transformation, enhance operational readiness and resiliency, and ensure mission success for federal civilian and defense agencies.

Responsibilities
    Provides subject matter expertise, technical, and administrative support.
  • Provides critical review and editing of program documents to include guidance, plans, policies, and procedures.
  • Assists with developing and executing a systems approach to biodefense preparedness efforts.
  • Assists with developing and executing robust stakeholder outreach and follow up.
  • Manages meetings, workshops, etc. from planning through execution and after-action activities.
  • Drafts communications, reports, presentations, etc. as needed.
  • Maintains a master document list and contact list.
  • Fulfills monthly reporting and other administrative requirements.
Qualifications
  • Bacherlor's or Master's degree in biological sciences, public health, environmental science, emergency management/preparedness or related field.
  • At least 15 years of experience (for a Bachelor's degree) or 10 years of experience (for a Master's degree) working in public health, environmental science, emergency management/preparedness or related field.
  • Active Secret security clearance.
  • Ability to obtain DHS Suitability.
  • Government acquisition experience desired.
  • Exemplary organization, time management, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
  • Excellent analytical skills and the ability to think critically and problem solve under pressure.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Outstanding attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Microsoft office product proficiency including remote collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams.
LMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LMI is committed to the fair treatment of all and to our policy of providing applicants and employees with equal employment opportunities. LMI recruits, hires, trains, and promotes people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, protected veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please contact accommodations@lmi.org Need help finding the right job?
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LMI is committed to the fair treatment of all and to our policy of providing applicants and employees with equal employment opportunities. LMI recruits, hires, trains, and promotes people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other factors protected by applicable law. We welcome applications for employment from qualified disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam era, and other covered veterans.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
15+ years
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