Research Scientist

Overview Emerging & Disruptive Tech – Quantum (Mid-Level) — Quantico, VA — TS/SCI Security Clearance Wiser offers innovative solutions to clients in the public, private, and government sectors. We combine technology and expertise to develop inventive solutions that deliver quality results and aid in critical decision making. With the flexibility and efficiency of a small business, we provide nimble responsiveness with the low risk and strong performance experience of an established GEOINT and Geospatial service provider. Role Description We are presently identifying candidates for the following position: Emerging & Disruptive Tech – Quantum (Mid-Level) . This contract provides Intelligence Analysis and Scientific Analysis in support of the Marine Corps Intelligence Activity (MCIA). Responsibilities Conduct all source analysis of emerging global and adversary Quantum Information Science to include: Quantum Communication, Quantum Sensing and Quantum Computing . Perform All-Source analysis to evaluate basic, emerging, disruptive, and breakthrough technologies with potential applications to military/dual-use systems that could pose a threat to the USMC, or that could enable systems which threaten USMC technology and its military applications by foreign states and non-state actors. Produce assessments forecasting the discovery and development of advanced technologies, up to and including technology readiness level (TRL) 6, and their potential impact on USMC Operational Forces and Force Design 2030. Prepares products to describe and document findings and activities. Generate original, authoritative intelligence both independently and in collaboration with other Service Intelligence Centers and STIC working group members. Conduct all-source analytic production of future and current cutting-edge technologies and their military applications worldwide, projecting the discovery, development, and deployment of advanced technologies and their potential impact on U.S. forces globally. Provide risk assessments regarding the transfer and diversion of defense and dual-use U.S. technologies and evaluate the national security implications of foreign involvement in critical U.S. defense technology and defense sectors. Produce intelligence for the U.S. National, Defense, and Acquisition Communities, conducting all-source analysis to identify, exploit, and assess potential threats, transfers, and vulnerabilities in defense supply chains. Analyze and assess the military applications of future technologies by foreign states and non-state actors. Create assessments projecting the discovery, development, and deployment of advanced technologies, and their potential impact on Defense Critical Infrastructure and U.S. nuclear capabilities worldwide. Produce intelligence that contributes to the National Security Threat Capabilities Assessment, as well as threat assessments and global baseline assessments for the Intelligence Community. Conduct all-source analytic production of future and current cutting-edge technologies and their military applications worldwide. Forecast the discovery, development, and deployment of advanced technologies, and their potential impact on U.S. forces globally. Minimum Qualifications Active TS/SCI security clearance and CI Poly eligibility. A minimum of 8 years of experience conducting analysis relevant to the above job responsibilities. A portion of this experience must fall within the last 2 years. Bachelor's degree in a related field from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. (4 years of additional experience may be substituted in place of Bachelor's degree). Demonstrates solid grammar skills and proficiency using Microsoft Office tools. Demonstrates the ability to communicate understanding from information that may be incomplete, indirect, highly complex, seemingly unrelated, and/or technically advanced. Shows the ability to structure analysis based on trends in reporting and a variety of analytic perspectives from other analysts, organizations, and intelligence disciplines. Demonstrates the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and direction. Demonstrates the ability to collaborate with other IC members on information sharing, driving collection efforts, and resolving analytic disputes and conflicts. Demonstrates the ability to develop clear, insightful, and comprehensive products for defense intelligence. Demonstrates the ability to lead teams in researching complex or critical problems. Provides guidance in selecting, designing, and applying analytic methodologies, using argument evaluation and validated analytic methods to challenge differing perspectives. Work Environment On-site, flexible schedule, first shift. Wiser Imagery Services employs personnel within the states of Alabama, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, North Dakota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans To comply with Federal law, Wiser Imagery Services participates in E-Verify. Successful candidates must pass the E-Verify process upon hire. Wiser Imagery Services is a drug-free workplace. 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