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Vosper Thornycroft Group

Desk Officer

Vosper Thornycroft Group, Mc Lean, Virginia, us, 22107


Overview

VTG Defense is seeking Desk Officers to support our Client’s challenging operational requirements at multiple locations in the Washington Metropolitan Area.Responsibilities

Ideal candidates are inquisitive, investigative, and action-oriented with the ability to take initiative and deliver solutions to complex operational problems while identifying new technical tools and capabilities. Successful candidates are able to deal effectively and confidently with customer managers at all levels of responsibility. Desk Officers apply advanced knowledge and expertise of operations, operational tradecraft, and intelligence priorities when providing strategic guidance and operational case management. In addition, they are responsible for program management throughout the customer, from traditional operational activities to specialized initiatives. They provide objective reviews of ongoing and potential operations and serve as the vital link between personnel in the field and the Intelligence Community.Qualifications

Required Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and 1-20 years of relevant professional experienceMust possess and have the ability to maintain a TS/SCI clearance and polygraph at the time of applicationFamiliarity with cable writing and classified databases, including specific targeting toolsStrong briefing and writing skills as well as the ability to work well with teams or individually with minimal supervisionRegional and/or functional expertise in a geographic region of interestInitiative, creativity, technical excellence, and strong interpersonal and communication skillsSelf-starter who can multi-task and remain calm under pressure with the ability to work both independently and in a groupPrior experience in supporting intelligence operations or familiarity with the Intelligence Community and its objectivesDesired Qualifications:Customer certification as a Desk Officer or Staff Operations OfficerForeign field experience from at least one overseas tour or extensive overseas TDY experienceExperience in Intelligence Operations / Analysis / Support to Field OperationsExperience identifying targeting leads through the exploitation of all-source databasesExperience using customer databases to monitor field traffic and communicate with field offices

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