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Red Gate Group Biological Threat Reduction Program - Integration Lead in Fort Belvoir, Virginia
At RED GATE we do everything we can to serve our clients:
Using the right technical skills, unique methodologies, best practices, and integrated technology, we help clients implement bold solutions. New approaches to emerging and evolving threats. Non-traditional ways to overcome entrenched obstacles. Advantage through opportunity. If you have a serious challenge or problem, we can help you solve it. The below job description provides details on how this role will help to serve our clients.
Join us in our mission to combat biological threats as a Biological Threat Reduction Program (BTRP) - Integration Lead in support of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) in Fort Belvoir, VA. As an Integration Lead, you'll play a pivotal role in coordinating and integrating efforts across government Science Managers, Program Managers, and Advisory and Assistance Services personnel to advance Biological Threat Reduction Program (BTRP) priorities.
Your primary focus will be on program management and acquisition support, ensuring seamless collaboration between various teams and applying technical expertise to enhance project outcomes. You'll liaise with A&AS Portfolio Leads and Subject Matter Experts to provide comprehensive support throughout project lifecycles, from inception to completion.
Your duties will involve program management, coordination of meetings, advisory services, and technical oversight. With a deep understanding of biological threats and project management best practices, you'll contribute to the success of BTRP initiatives while adhering to government regulations and protocols.
If you possess a Secret clearance or higher, a Bachelor's Degree, and have experience in project management and technical domains related to biosafety, biosecurity, or global health security, we invite you to join our dynamic team. Embrace this opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment where your expertise and dedication can truly make a difference.
Required Skills/Qualifications
Secret clearance or higher
Bachelors Degree (B.S or B.A)
At least 3 years of project management, government acquisition or similar experience
Experience in technical domains such as biosafety, biosecurity, laboratory diagnostics, global health security, and epidemiology.
Experience and successful track record building effective relationships with clients and other stakeholders, understanding client’s requirements and meeting client expectations.
Experience applying project management best practices in support of multiple ongoing projects while delivering high-quality outputs.
Ability to understand and apply expertise related to the BTRP mission and the nature of biological threats and biological threat reduction approaches.
Ability to track multiple competing priorities and dynamic integration components.
Track record working in a matrixed environment, coordinating work across large, diverse teams, and being an effective and collaborative team member
Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem solving skills
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office tool suites
Demonstrated ability to write for senior leaders
Flexibility/adaptability/suitability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to travel internationally.
Requirement to work in the office at least 2-3 days a week
Desired Skills/Qualifications
Masters (M.A. or M.S.) Degree
5 years of project management, government acquisition or similar experience
3 or more years of science-related experience (working in a hospital, public health, laboratory, etc.)
Familiarity with Cooperative Threat Reduction with experience related to DTRA CTR and government acquisition processes preferable.
International experience
Project Management Professional (or equivalent) certification
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