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Job Description Insight Global is looking for a Staff Officer to sit on in Alexandria, VA. They provide day-to-day coordination, planning, and integration support for Counter-UAS and related defense capability development initiatives across the Department of Defense, federal agencies, and industry partners. Working onsite in Alexandria, VA, this individual serves as a key liaison between operational users, technical organizations, acquisition offices, and senior leadership to ensure programs, testing activities, and technology development efforts remain aligned with mission requirements. The Staff Officer coordinates meetings, working groups, and stakeholder engagements; tracks action items and program milestones; analyzes technical and operational information; and develops briefings, reports, and recommendations for senior government and military leaders. They maintain awareness of emerging technologies, support capability assessments and testing activities, facilitate collaboration across multiple organizations, and help translate operational challenges into actionable solutions that support future capability development and acquisition decisions. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, experience working within the defense community, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.

Compensation:

$40/hr to $65/hr.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law. Skills and Requirements Active Top Secret/SCI ClearanceBachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Business, or a related field5+ years of experience supporting DoD, Federal, or Intelligence Community programsExperience coordinating with senior military leaders, government stakeholders, and industry partnersExperience supporting technology development, testing, capability assessments, or operational planning activitiesStrong understanding of Counter-UAS (C-UAS) technologies, defense acquisition, or capability development processesAbility to develop and present executive-level briefings, reports, and recommendationsProven experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.