This position is located in the Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) Program Office. OSAC connects the Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS) with security professionals from U.S. private-sector organizations operating abroad. OSAC provides the U.S. private sector with custom security assessments with ongoing threat awareness, crisis support, benchmarking surveys, training, and trusted peer network groups to support the safe operations of U.S. interests around the world.
The Security Analyst performs an essential function as the primary point of contact for U.S. organizations by providing them with in-depth regional security research and analysis to support the safe operations of U.S. interests overseas.
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assess potential threats to personnel, facilities, and intellectual property of U.S. private-sector organizations operating abroad using classified and unclassified information from U.S. government and open sources.
• Provide one-on-one consultations and tailored analysis to U.S. private-sector security managers.
• Draft analytical reports and benchmarking surveys.
• Prepare and present briefings to U.S. private-sector security managers in a conference-like setting.
• Develop and conduct briefings and other information exchanges with senior DS leadership.
• Provide technical assistance, maintain relationships, and collaborate with other analysts, private-sector security managers, and partner organizations.
• Represent OSAC in special meetings and events including interactions with the Intelligence Community and other U.S. government entities.
• Travel to domestic and international locations to consult with various offices at U.S. diplomatic missions to evaluate the security environment, as it may impact the private-sector, to engage with private-sector members via public speaking engagements, site visits, and other requirements.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:
• Must be a U.S. citizen, and possess a minimum, Secret security clearance with eligibility to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret and Special Access (SCI) clearance.
• Bachelor of Arts or Science (BA/BS) degree required. Bachelor of Arts or Science (BA/BS) degree required, plus seven years of relevant work experience required. A Master of Arts or Science (MA/MS) plus five years of relevant work experience can be substituted for the seven years relevant work experience. Professional certifications such as CGFM, CSA, or PMP are appropriate for some positions and can also substitute for a year of experience when applicable.
• Two years as a Security Analyst 2 or equivalent experience.
• Must demonstrate sufficient background and knowledge of the assigned region to be able to advise on regional security matters and to serve as a resource to OSAC members, partner organizations, and others in the OSAC Program Office and DS.
• Must possess excellent command of the English language and excellent writing skills.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications (MS Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Excel)
• Must maintain specialized regional knowledge base by keeping abreast of emerging topics, themes, and incidents.
• Must work well in a dynamic environment, both as a self-starter with good organizational and time-management skills, and as part of a larger team.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of and skill in applying analytical techniques in order to plan, schedule, and conduct analyses and develop compelling, timely, and well-documented recommendations and reports.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS:
As a condition of employment, must pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results.
The Tatitlek Corporation gives hiring, promotion, training and retention preference to Tatitlek shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.
As an equal opportunity employer, The Tatitlek Corporation recognizes that our strength lies in our people. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment, in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment. We support and obey laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business.
