Operational Psychologist

Job Description Location: Fort Belvoir, VA Clearance Needed: TS/SCI We are hiring an operational psychologist to work closely with our client in the INDOPACOM theater. The candidate will conduct research, provide analysis, and deliver technical products to give the U.S. government an advantage over near-peer competitors. Specific Responsibilities Use psychology subject matter expertise to conduct in-depth behavioral analysis through an array of social science tools. Employ a range of techniques to answer customer requests for information (RFIs) through the lens of behavioral sciences. Conduct advance target research and development from complex datasets to enhance the customer’s mission; inform targeting cycles and operational requirements. Support development of new initiatives with respect to collection and analysis, including but not limited to information operations campaigns, data science, and empirically based person tradecraft and training. Leverage other data sources, including traditional intelligence sources, to enhance behavioral analysis. Be able to conduct CONUS travel as required by mission partner (approx. 10%). Required Education / Experience 6+ years of relevant experience with a Master’s or 10+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred). Prior experience in the intelligence community and within multi-disciplinary teams applying psychological constructs and methodologies to U.S. government mission requirements. Knowledge of behavioral and personality assessments. Demonstrated critical thinking and writing skills, including the ability to respond to quick‑turn RFIs with limited editorial support. Experience with the development and execution of projects related to operations or influence psychology. Experience performing individual and group target analysis as well as digital attributes to identify unique patterns. Valid U.S. Passport. Active DoD TS clearance with SCI eligibility required. Preferred Experience Experience conducting direct, indirect, social and targeting assessments. Prior experience working in cross‑functional teams across multiple locations. Prior experience supporting hard target activities. Prior experience in INDOPACOM. Support to Special Operations Forces, INDOPACOM HQ and/or its service components. Knowledge of political, military, economic, academic, transnational criminal, information/media, and cultural aspects of malign influence. Familiarity with Eastern cultural norms and behaviors. Demonstrated communication skills, including the ability to brief leadership up to and including the SES/GO‑FO levels. Security Clearance Requirement An active Top Secret security clearance is required. The selected candidate must obtain a Top Secret SCI clearance prior to the start date. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays. Salary Range $148,300.00 – $266,900.00 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. Fraudulent Recruitment Notice Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to #J-18808-Ljbffr