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RQ221664
Arlington, VA, US Category Information Technology Employment Type Full Time Business Unit GDIT Apply Now At
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Responsibilities for this
Position Location:
USA VA Arlington Full Part/Time:
Full time
Job Req:
RQ221664
Type of Requisition:
Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to
Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI Public Trust/Other Required:
None Job Family:
Intelligence Operations and Analysis Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Case Investigations, Collaboration, Criminal Defense, Criminal Investigations, Researching Certifications:
None Experience:
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes Job Description:
Defense Investigator GDIT is seeking a Defense Investigator to help support our OMC program in Arlington, VA.
NOTE:
Due to the secure work environment this role entails, telecommuting is not allowed and will require the employee to report full-time onsite. The Office of Military Commissions (OMC) and Military Commissions Defense Organization (MCDO) require an investigator to support defense counsel in multiple areas of pre-trial investigation and trial preparation for the Military Commissions convened under the Military Commissions Act of 2009.
MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
Investigators supporting MCDO will be responsible for assisting defense counsel in multiple areas of investigation, including, but not limited to: Reviewing factual allegations related to the case Reviewing psychosocial history of the defendant Investigating government conduct of the investigation, interrogation, and prosecution of the defendant Interviewing expert witnesses for and against the defendant Reviewing cultural issues relating to the defendant Assisting with any other area of investigation deemed necessary by counsel for the defendant Executing frequent travel, both local and international
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED - REQUIRED
CLEARANCE:
Active TS/SCI security clearance
NOTE:
clearance MUST be held in
JPAS/DISS EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Criminal Justice, Administration of Justice, Legal Studies, National Security, Intelligence, Paralegal Studies) or equivalent combination
YEAR'S EXPERIENCE
8 years experience in a relevant discipline, including but not limited to law, law enforcement, criminal defense, intelligence analysis, psychology, social work, mental health related disciplines, anthropology, sociology, journalism, or human rights. In addition, at least 3 years of experience working with criminal defense, civil rights, immigration, or human rights attorneys on behalf of individual clients. Active US Passport.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Experience with conducting interviews Knowledge of the investigative process, rules of evidence, and familiarity with reviewing legal case materials Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous task requirements within a fast-paced environment Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral), strong attention to detail, excellent analytical and presentation skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse groups in a demanding environment Ability to work independently Able to report on-site in
Arlington, VA Travel Requirements:
up to 25-50% travel per month, including local, domestic, and international travel, as determined by MCDO mission needs. Average of 3-7 days of total travel in a month, highly variable.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED - DESIRED
EDUCATION:
Master's Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Criminal Justice, Administration of Justice, Legal Studies, National Security, Intelligence, Paralegal Studies)
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of Military Commission process Progressive experience providing support to criminal litigation
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth:
AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support:
An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards:
Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Community:
Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in intelligence at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for securing the mission. The likely salary range for this position is $107,744 - $132,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Travel Required:
25-50%
Telecommuting Options:
Onsite Work Location:
USA VA Arlington Additional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at
GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most. We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc . Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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