Defense Support Civil Authorities (DSCA) Duty Desk Officer (NGBJ3)
About the role
Celestar, a B&A Company, is currently seeking candidates for a Defense Support Civil Authorities (DSCA) Duty Desk Officer who will perform duties in support of the U.S. Army National Guard Bureau in Arlington, VA. An active Top-Secret Level Clearance is required.
Responsibilities
The DSCA Duty Desk Officer will perform duties such as monitoring operations, identifying discrepancies in mission areas, and providing decision-making support to leadership, utilizing high-level security clearance, specialized operational experience in domestic incident response, and in-depth knowledge of the Department of War (DoW) policies and procedures for supporting civil authorities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or ten (10) years' experience in a relevant field
- Ten (10) years of experience in a relevant field, such as cyber program analysis, operations, or emergency management
- Experience working in a joint, interagency, or rapid-response environment (e.g., National Guard J3/4/7-I, Joint Field Offices)
- Background in analyzing strategic and operational documents
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare reports and present findings
- Strong ability to work independently, troubleshoot under pressure, and act as a liaison between DoW, state, and local agencies
- Proficient with Microsoft Suite and ETMS2
- Comprehensive understanding of DSCA regulations, including DoD Directives 3025.18, and the six validation criteria (CARRLL: Cost, Appropriateness, Risk, Readiness, Legality, and Lethality)
- Knowledge of Stafford Act and National Incident Management System (NIMS)
- Completion of DSCA Phase I (online) and Phase II
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ for cyber-focused roles)
- U.S. Citizen
Benefits
Celestar offers Company-Paid Benefits that include Employee and Family Dental Insurance, Employer Health Insurance, Life Insurance, and disability insurance. We also offer a 401K retirement company match, paid Holidays, and Personal Time off.