Sr. Program Analyst

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC is looking for a Sr. Program Analyst to provide support for our government customer located in Washington, DC.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist with the coordination, development, design, and execution of CT preparedness programs, providing administrative, development, and implementation to support CT initiatives. Assist with preparation of background and briefing materials for Front Office (FO)-level discussions related to the counterterrorism issues and policies and assist with preparation of written materials in response to broader Department and interagency information requests. Support the development and conduct of U.S. government interagency and/or foreign engagements at forums as required by CT Bureau. This includes but may not be limited to drafting agendas, moderating forums and meetings, developing content, tracking invitations, writing after actions and lessons learned, and compiling a history of events and actions into an electronic library. Conduct liaison activities with other U.S. government agencies, as directed by CT Bureau. If requested by CT, this may include but is not limited to providing updates on the mission, structure, priorities, and activities of the CTPP. Event Planning: Help identify and procure necessary meeting spaces, assist with inviting participants and tracking responses to exercises, draft and disseminate meeting agendas and summaries, and track action items identified during exercises or meetings. Assist with travel arrangements by working with Embassy to provide transportation and lodging support and other support to CT teams as needed for international trips, meetings, events, or exercises. Will have staff familiar with Department of State acquisition processes and leverage USG resources and capabilities wherever possible. Have staff experienced in interfacing both with Department of State personnel CONUS and OCONUS as well as with senior diplomatic representatives of foreign countries. Will prepare for engagement with host governments (and relevant U.S. embassies) and negotiations involving assurances or ongoing/planned resettlement processes, as appropriate. Assist in the development and management of various CTPP knowledge assets, including but not limited to action item documents, rosters of experts, and knowledge generated through working group and inter agency initiatives. Provide the requisite staff and expertise to effectively support the CTPP’s unique lines of effort that includes but is not limited to counterterrorism policy development, science and technology program implementation, program evaluation and assessment, and interagency exercise activities. Work with the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor, and other State department bureaus to review any transfer and/or post-transfer concerns. Prepare for engagement with host governments (and relevant U.S. embassies) and negotiations involving assurances or ongoing/planned resettlement processes, as appropriate. Prepare talking points, cables, background checklists, annotated agendas, interagency/multilateral agendas, and talking points in response to information requests and preparation needs for senior-level officials, both in CT and the broader Department and interagency. Prepare talking points and background for U.S. embassies to assist in communicating to other governments about their nationals and support those engagements as appropriate. Ability to provide ad hoc and surge support services to support the development, implementation and execution of CTPP related initiatives including: The coordination, development and implementation of CT programs in support of the National Security Memorandum 2 (NSM-2), Presidential Policy Directives, and National Security Presidential Memorandums related to counterterrorism. Analyze policy, capabilities and technical requirements for threat-based research and development and science and technology to combat terrorism. Attend meetings, facilitate meetings and seminars as directed to support any of the CT initiatives. Assist the CT CTPP in the development, planning and implementation of preparedness activities. Support crisis response programs and activities. Past examples of such are NSC-directed exercises, ISEG, Hostage Affairs Working Group, WMDSG, and CT Technical Programs related to CT overseas activities. Assist with Crisis Response activities for special events in support of the ISEG. Provide contractor program management to include monthly status reports, personnel, and fiscal accountability, documentation, and presentation packages in support of the customer. The contractor shall notify the customer of any project-related risks, including potential funding deficiencies, as they are identified. Provide administrative support and executive oversight to ensure the tasks as described above are accomplished to include administration of monthly activity reports, management and project reports, and documentation production and long‑range calendar planning cycle of activities. Maintenance and improvement to a historical library of action items developed following activities in support of CTPP initiatives. The library will be electronic and accessible with the CTPP shared network.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

Master’s Degree or Equivalent

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Eight (8) years general experience required. Expert knowledge of and no less than five years’ experience, working with the Department of State. Knowledge and experience working within the National Security Memorandum 2 (NSPM-2), counterterrorism related Presidential Policy Directives and NSPM frameworks, and U.S. government interagency collective. Knowledge and experience in working within the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNE) technical field and its ongoing initiatives. A strong background in military operations — experience in any capacity is valuable, but ideally, the candidate will have served at a higher headquarters level within the military or the State Department. Experience should include a solid understanding of intra-office coordination and the ability to navigate complex organizational structures. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, able to keep agendas, schedules, and detailed records of office events and meetings. Strong notetaking skills with the ability to write meeting summaries, and the ability to maintain schedules are essential. Experience in drafting policy papers and other official documents would be greatly appreciated, as well as familiarity with the paper‑writing process.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience with diplomatic missions overseas Experience in crisis management and counterterrorism.

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

Secret Clearance

COMPENSATION DETAILS:

$100,000.00-$150,000.00 The compensation range or hourly rate provided is a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, internal equity, market conditions, and applicable laws. Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. We E-Verify all employees. As a part of BSNC, Bering- Alakaina Holdings gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job. Qualified job candidates will generally be considered in the following order: BSNC shareholders, descendants, shareholder spouses, current employees, and outside candidates. The BSNC Shareholder Development department tracks and monitors the implementation of the Shareholder Hire Preference across its operations. Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Alaska Native Corporation (ACN)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses and includes Ke`aki Technologies, LLC; Laulima Government Solutions, LLC; Kūpono Government Services, LLC; Kapili Services, LLC; Po`okela Solutions, LLC; Kīkaha Solutions, LLC;and Pololei Solutions, LLC. For additional information, please visit

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