CIS Coordination Contractor Support – Nuclear Consultation Command & Control (NC3) Programme, NATO ACT - Yorktown Systems Group

Summary:
Yorktown Systems Group is seeking a Communications and Information Services (CIS) Coordination Contractor Support – Nuclear Consultation Command & Control (NC3) Programme to provide support to the NATO Allied Command Transformation (ACT) program. The main objectives of the ACT are to provide appropriate support to NATO missions and operations; lead NATO military transformation; improve relationships, interaction and practical cooperation with partners, nations and international organizations.

Specific duties may include, but are not limited to:

• The interim Capability Management Office (iCMO) of the Nuclear, Command and Control (NC3) Programme serves as the business and operations management entity supporting the Programme in performing all tasks and functions required to plan, develop, implement and employ the NC3 capability within time, cost and scope. Within the iCMO, the NC3 Communications and Information Services (CIS) Coordinator will provide CIS Subject Matter Expertise in programme and project planning and delivery. From the CIS standpoint, the candidate will:
• Support NC3 Capability Architecture, Capability Requirements and Capability Programme Plan (CPP) development.
• Support production of Project Proposals (PPs) by HNs/THNs for submission.
• Ensure that the proposed projects align with the broader NC3 objectives, strategic goals, and benefits/outcomes. Verify that the projects contribute to the enhancement of NC3 capabilities.
• Define technical evaluation criteria and metrics to assess project proposals objectively.
• Identify potential technical risks associated with the proposed project. Develop risk mitigation plans and strategies to address technical challenges.
• Collaborate with the NC3 Programme Director, Project Coordinators and Host Nation/Territorial Host Nation Leads to assess the technical resources required for successful project execution.
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert (SME) and advisor to project teams and proposal development teams. Provide technical guidance and recommendations to enhance the quality of project proposals.
• Document all technical aspects of the project proposal, including technical approaches, methodologies, and assumptions.
• Generate technical reports and documentation as needed to support proposal submission.

Required Qualifications:

• Active NATO or National SECRET (or higher) security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree (desirable Master’s degree) in Science or Engineering (Electronic/System/Engineering Telecommunication) or related technical discipline.
• Experience in Communications and Information Services project design and/or implementation.
• Experience in Programme Management, ideally working with the NATO Common Funded Capability Delivery Governance Model for capability development and implementation.
• Experience working in a national defence organization, a multinational organization or, ideally, NATO.
• Certified qualification in Programme and Project Management (Axelos or similar methodologies). 
• Valid NATO Nation passport with no travel restrictions to NATO nations.
• Proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office Tool suite and collaborative software.
• Demonstrated proficiency in English as defined in STANAG 6001 (Standardized Linguistic Profile (SLP) 3333 - Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing) or equivalent.

Desired Qualifications:

• Possess a high level of organizational and coordination skills:
• Capacity to work under general direction within a clear framework of accountability with substantial personal responsibility. Plan, schedule and monitor work activities in order to meet time and quality targets and in accordance with established procedures.
• Ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to effectively work in a cross-group collaborative environment, quickly understand the needs of HQ SACT and support the collective effort to reach the fixed objectives.
• Work effectively as a member of a multi-national and multi-disciplinary team.

Have proven analyst skills:

• Ability to quickly and efficiently sort through data to identify key issues or variables to consider in making important strategic decisions and to transform into staff products, reports, and analysis that can be consumed by a wide range of audiences.
• Maintain awareness of developing trends and understand the implications of new concepts and technologies, in order to assess or evaluate risks.
• Absorb new information rapidly and apply it effectively in relevant internal business areas or external agencies.
• Select appropriately from applicable standards, methods, tools and applications.
• Apply analytical and systematic approach to problem solving.
• Summarize large amounts of written material.
• Use contemporary office tools, including MS Office and communication systems.

Possess strong communication skills:

• Communicate and present complex information in English, both orally and in writing, effectively to specialist and non-specialist audience.
• Ability to influence team and specialist peers.
• Ability to prepare and develop for ACT leadership briefings, background papers, reports, and speeches.
• Experience in facilitating mid-sized events (i.e. preparing and assisting presenters in the development of presentations and development of decision support briefings).

Clearance: Requires NATO SECRET security clearance or active SECRET security clearance issued by a national authority

Location: Norfolk, VA

Travel: Travel will be required

The contractor can be required to travel on official business in support of ACT both within and outside NATO’s boundaries for up to 30 days per year or as agreed.