Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for October 28, 2009

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Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter – DEFCON 1 Newsletter for October 28, 2009

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– George S. Patton

Welcome to the latest edition of the number one Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter, “DEFCON-1,” a networking newsletter featuring job opportunities and career advice for those who are part of the global defense, aerospace, maritime, marine technology and security industry. DEFCON 1 brings you job opportunities every week, and counts on members like you to submit job listings to share and post in this newsletter.

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*** In this issue (This week’s jobs are listed here, and then offered with links or in more detail below):

1.) Communications Specialist, Principal, Alion Science and Technology,

Washington, DC

2.) Manager, Communications, ITT Intelligence and Information Warfare (IIW), Dulles, VA (primary); Columbia, MD; and Nashua, NH

3.) Audio Visual (AV) Sales to Department of Defense (DoD), Activu Corporation, Wash DC Area

4.) Geospatial Analyst, BAE Systems Information Technology, Suitland, MD

5.) Counter Explosive Hazards Instructor, Concurrent Technologies, Fort Leonard Wood, MO

6.) Combat Systems Mine Counter Measure (MCM) Warfare Instructor, SCCI, San Diego, CA

7.) Test Engineer, Andrew Solutions, Bowie, Maryland

8.) Visualization Cyber Security-Forensics Engineer, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), Elkridge, MD

9.) Senior Financial Analyst, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC

10.) Chemical Engineer – Nuclear/ Enriched Uranium – Q Clearance, Process Engineering, Knoxville, TN

11.) Vice President Business Development – Air Force Programs (West), NCI, Inc., Reston, VA

12.) Information Assurance Officer, ManTech Security and Mission Assurance, Burlington, VT

13.) Geospatial Intelligence Analyst // Security Clearance Required, Innovative Analytics & Training, Washington, DC

14.) Geospatial Intelligence Analyst III, SAIC, Fort Rucker, AL

15.) Geospatial Intelligence Analyst, Lead // Security Clearance Required, CACI International, Washington, DC

16.) Maritime Advanced Geospatial Intelligence Cell (MAGIC), ONI, CSC, Suitland, MD

17.) Site Coordinator Sr, Mobil Parts Hosp, Alion Science and Technology, Afghanistan

18.) Management Analyst, Defense Threat Reduction Agency, Fort Belvoir, VA

19.) ANTI-TERRORISM OFFICER, Army Installation Management Command, Ft Belvoir, VA

20.) Security Specialist (Disclosure), Materiel Acquisition Activities, Army Materiel Command, Fort Belvoir, VA

*** Corporate Gray “Security Clearance” Job Fair

There will be a Corporate Gray “Security Clearance” Job Fair at The Waterford in Springfield, Virginia on Friday, November 20, 2009. Job fair hours are 10 am to 2 pm. This job fair is only for job seekers with a Department of Defense security clearance of Secret or higher. The security clearance must either be active (using it now) or current (used within the past 2 years).

Dozens of employers will be participating; including: Lockheed Martin, IBM, JB&A, ManTech, Unisys, URS EG&G Division, TSA, and more!

Pre-registration is encouraged through Corporate Gray Online, www.CorporateGray.com. By pre-registering for this event, “cleared” job seekers will make their resumes available in advance to the participating companies and get the Employer Directory the weekend before the event.

*** Here are the DEFCON 1 jobs for this week:

*** A DEFCON-1 “Can't Wait” opportunity from Alion Science and Technology

1.) Communications Specialist, Principal, Alion Science and Technology,

Washington, DC

Job 10989.

Responsibilities

As the organizational expert in the field, consults with management

regarding the communications and/or relations with the public, the

media, and the community. Provides guidance in coordinating events and

developing promotional materials for CHINFO.

Responsible for communication strategies for highly complex issues, and

directly advises the senior Navy personnel (Flag). Provides expertise

in planning and implementing marketing communications projects in

support of advertising, product promotion, public relations and trade

shows.

The contractor shall analyze mission, goals and objectives of the

organizations involved in the program(s) about which the strategies and

plans are being developed; identify audiences for the communications;

assess reputation risk; develop objectives, themes and messages;

synchronize related communication events across command, echelon, agency

and governmental lines; establish measures of performance and measures

of effectiveness; develop strategies, plans and tactics; monitor

implementation of communication plans; and make assessments of strategy,

plan and tactical effectiveness.

Day-to-day management of a complex program

Develops materials for internal and external multi-media presentations

on CHINFO products, services and business plans.

May prepare speeches or statements for senior management.

Provides work guidance and leadership to less experienced Communications

Specialists.

Responsible for meeting program budget and schedule; tracks deliverables

and meets timelines for deliverables

Qualifications

Senior Public Affairs position to be established as part of a contract

to be awarded by Navy Chief of Information (CHINFO).

Masters degree in related discipline plus 10 to 12 years of directly

related Navy Public Affairs experience. Defense Information School

(DINFOS) attendance desired. In some cases, educational requirements

may be adjusted or waived for more than 20 years applicable work

experience. Public Affairs work experience at the Fleet/CHINFO/Joint

levels required. Work experience may be adjusted for highly specialized

knowledge or uniquely applicable experience for positions involving new

technology or labor market shortages as reflected by market survey data.

Must have a strong understanding of U.S. Navy organization and culture.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Experienced in internet-based media Knowledge of Joint Capabilities

Integrated Development System (JCIDS) and Planning.

Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

A SECRET security clearance is required.

Alion Science and Technology is an employee-owned technology solutions

company delivering technical expertise and operational support to the

Department of Defense, civilian government agencies and commercial

customers. Building on 70 years of R&D and engineering experience, Alion

brings innovation and insight to multiple business areas: naval

architecture & marine engineering; defense operations; systems

engineering; modeling & simulation; information management & technology;

chemical, biological, nuclear & environmental sciences; wireless

spectrum engineering; and industrial technology. Based in McLean,

Virginia, Alion employee-owners are located at major offices, customer

sites and laboratories worldwide.

Contact:

Gerald Jackson

Sr Recruiter

Alion Science and Technology

Engineering Integration Solutions Sector

Office 202-777-1475

Fax 202-646-0178

www.alionscience.com

Or visit:

http://www.alionscience.com/erecruit/dsp_erecruit.cfm?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=10989

*** From David J. Albritton:

Ned,

Please include this opening for a Communications Manager at ITT’s Intelligence and Information Warfare (IIW) division in the next edition of JOTW. The position reports to me and is based in Dulles, VA, but the person will have to spend time at other facilities in Nashua, NH and Columbia, MD.

Thanks in advance, Ned.

Regards,

David J. Albritton

Vice President, Communications

ITT Defense Electronics and Services

david.albritton@itt.com

2.) Manager, Communications, ITT Intelligence and Information Warfare (IIW), Dulles, VA (primary); Columbia, MD; and Nashua, NH

Overview

The Communications Manager will assist the IIW Value Center and Vice President, Communications, ITT Defense in managing a broad range of communications activities to include public relations, marketing communications, employee communications, community relations, corporate philanthropy and executive communications, as well as domestic and international trade shows. This position is responsible for supporting and executing all communications activities that will support IIW and achieve its business objectives in accordance with the ITT Vision and Values.

Major Responsibilities

• Help to develop and execute long-range and annual communications strategies and plans that are aligned with the company’s business objectives, address both external and internal audiences, and are executed within the group’s budget.

• Position the ITT brand consistently and innovatively to all internal and external stakeholders in accordance with the Corporate branding guidelines.

• Assist in the development of a proactive media relations strategy to enhance relationships with news media, ensuring accurate coverage.

• Serve as spokesperson for selected news media and provide training/counsel to other leaders who need to interact with the media.

• Draft and disseminate news releases, media alerts and other media materials in collaboration with Corporate Headquarters and various ITT value centers.

• Assist in the management of external public relations and advertising agencies to maximize synergies and enhance effectiveness of the communications function.

• Partner with Business Development by developing/managing programs including, but not limited to, advertising, domestic and international trade shows, collateral and customer communications.

• Manage the content and design for both the external Web site and the employee intranet.

• Partner with Human Resources to develop and implement an internal communications plan, including, but not limited to, employee newsletters, memos, all-employee meetings, executive speeches, and facility visuals/signage (both print and electronic).

• Other duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; major in Journalism, English, Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing or Communications preferred

• 5+ years of public relations/marketing communications experience

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to interact with all levels of management, news media, customers, and vendors; must be able to impact and influence others and work cross-functionally.

• Experience in managing external public relations and advertising agency personnel.

• Ability to work independently, with the utmost confidentiality and strong judgment

• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks/deadlines

• Solid understanding of corporate/business environment and strategic development.

• Experience and successful track record with relationship management of local, national and trade media.

o Active relationships and/or experience with defense media are required.

• Some domestic travel required.

Candidates with experience in the defense and aerospace sector are highly preferred. Applicants should NOT contact me directly, but can apply directly through the IIW website, using the following link:

http://sh.webhire.com/servlet/av/search?SearchFields=ACCT_ID%2CCCC_DEST&ACCT_ID=591&CCC_DEST=IIW&SiteName=Internet&ResultTemplate=AVResultIIW.html&SortField=JOB_TITLE&SortOrder=Ascend

3.) Audio Visual (AV) Sales to Department of Defense (DoD), Activu Corporation, Wash DC Area

http://www.hirediversity.com/jobseekers/jobs/view.asp?ID=2611233

4.) Geospatial Analyst, BAE Systems Information Technology, Suitland, MD

http://www.armedservicesjobs.com/Free/GetStarted.asp?jid=20818297&aff=473EFCF0-7FB9-409B-833C-73E0BC7E3F8B

5.) Counter Explosive Hazards Instructor, Concurrent Technologies, Fort Leonard Wood, MO

http://careers.ctc.com/cyberrecruiter/Careers.aspx?adata=v2ZjHzjq9ZlZaSOkYuhgvouB%2f23wDQJVUDF%2br%2f5JLfnsiQyTqnhbnPX8pmaZIt31j1bLI31vlItOtwF%2buW%2fE2aFvYAQeeT0Q

6.) Combat Systems Mine Counter Measure (MCM) Warfare Instructor, SCCI, San Diego, CA

http://jobview.monster.com/Combat-Systems-Mine-Counter-Measure-MCM-Warfare-Instructor-Job-San-Diego-CA-US-83785820.aspx

7.) Test Engineer, Andrew Solutions, Bowie, Maryland

http://www.jobscape.net/fdetailb.aspx?Job_ID=10775&t=Test%20Engineer

8.) Visualization Cyber Security-Forensics Engineer, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), Elkridge, MD

http://www.intelligencecareers.com/jobs_nl/jobview.cfm?jobid=2024931&jsc=d012345

9.) Senior Financial Analyst, Alion Science and Technology, Washington, DC

Job ID: 10984

Responsibilities

– Leads various financial functions such as budgeting, auditing, forecasting and analysis.

– Collects and reviews financial data from various sources.

– Creates financial databases and spreadsheets, and generates various financial reports as required. Maintains appropriate records and documentation.

– Performs financial analysis of assigned contracts, projected staff hours, contract totals, revenues, and profit totals.

– Develops budgets for assigned contracts and tracks performance to budgets.

– Makes recommendations to management to improve the financial performance of the organization.

– Identifies and resolves highly complex problems as well as to prevent future problems.

– Works closely with Accounts Receivable to ensure invoices to the government are processed correctly and in a timely manner

– Leads the preparation of cost proposals.

– Ensures compliance with internal policies and procedures, as well as DAR, FAR, and other government regulations.

– Conducts audits and analysis of their organization¿s direct and indirect costs, and reviews their practices and procedures, ensuring that labor and non-labor charges are approved, allowable, and processed in a timely manner.

– Interfaces with internal departments in auditing assignments

– Provides work leadership to less experienced Financial Analysts.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in related discipline plus 8 years of directly related experience.

In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for more than 10 years applicable work experience. Work experience may be adjusted for highly specialized knowledge or uniquely applicable experience for positions involving new technology or labor market shortages as reflected by market survey data.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

– Government experience or working with the government is a must.

– Experience with JAMIS is highly desired but not required

– Experience in dealing with subcontractors.

– Experience in conducting Month End Close.

– Experience in dealing with Accruals and EACs.

– Comprehensive knowledge of financial, accounting, and forecasting concepts.

– Comprehensive knowledge of DAR, FAR, and other relevant laws, regulations, and policies.

– Knowledge of financial and accounting software applications including JAMIS.

– Knowledge of Microsoft applications.

– Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.

– A Secret DoD security clearance is required.