Defensive Base Operations Analyst

Type: Full Time • Location: Camp Springs / Andrews AFB, Maryland • Overtime Exempt: No • Reports To: ARMADA HQ • Security Clearance Required: Secret (contingent upon award)

Responsibilities

• Program and Policy Administration:
  • Provide technical and analytical support for developing and maintaining Air National Guard Defensive Base Operations policy and procedural guidance.
  • Maintain unit inventory, version control, and system documentation for Defensive Base Operations systems such as the Air Force Justice Information System, Defense Biometric Identification System, Intrusion Detection Systems, and Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
  • Maintain reference materials and continuity documentation for base defense, police services, electronic security systems, and information technology policy and practices.
  • Support administrative and programmatic requirements for the Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems program, including documentation, coordination, compliance tracking, and monthly reporting.
  • Ensure all project management and coordination responsibilities are executed accurately and professionally.
• Equipment and Logistics Oversight:
  • Coordinate Defensive Base Operations and Electronic Security System initiatives with field units and maintain technical awareness of system configurations and capabilities.
  • Review and coordinate Authority to Operate requirements in alignment with National Institute of Standards and Technology Risk Management Framework standards to ensure compliance.
  • Conduct unit site visits for validation, inspection, or testing and evaluation analysis, and provide After-Action Reports and monthly updates to the Contracting Officer Representative.
  • Perform market research, cost estimation, testing and evaluation coordination, and lifecycle planning for Defensive Base Operations and Electronic Security System programs.
  • Review and validate unfunded requests related to Defensive Base Operations and Electronic Security System information technology programs.
• Data Analysis and Compliance Monitoring:
  • Review Authority to Operate documentation annually to ensure compliance for assigned Defensive Base Operations and Electronic Security System programs.
  • Evaluate program contracts to identify issues or impediments and provide recommended courses of action within required timelines.
  • Support resource programming, lifecycle management actions, and initiative development for Defensive Base Operations and Electronic Security System programs.
  • Prepare monthly status reporting for compliance, program issues, initiatives, and recommended changes.
  • Analyze technical, lifecycle, and compliance documentation to support informed decision-making by leadership.
• Stakeholder Coordination and Training:
  • Assist in the development and delivery of Defensive Base Operations and Electronic Security System training for Air National Guard installations.
  • Support base defense training activities, conferences, presentations, workshops, and provide After-Action Reports.
  • Participate in requirements identification and policy development forums, providing effective courses of action aligned with mission goals.
  • Prepare, review, and organize documentation for 10 U.S.C. 130i authorization packages with complete accuracy.
  • Coordinate communication between installations and external stakeholders regarding Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems program requirements, data calls, and policy updates.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 3–5 years of experience supporting Department of Defense or Air National Guard Defensive Base Operations, Electronic Security Systems, Intrusion Detection Systems, or Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems program management.
• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of Defensive Base Operations systems, Electronic Security Systems, Intrusion Detection Systems, Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems, and associated terminology, system architecture, and component identification.
• Skilled in applying National Institute of Standards and Technology Risk Management Framework principles, reviewing Authority to Operate requirements, and evaluating compliance for security and information technology systems.
• Ability to analyze technical data, assess vulnerabilities or impediments, identify risks, and recommend courses of action that support mission assurance and Air National Guard operational objectives.
• Skilled in developing, maintaining, and delivering training related to Defensive Base Operations and Electronic Security Systems, while supporting cross-functional requirements discussions and policy development.
• Ability to produce accurate technical documentation, continuity materials, authorization package submissions, and coordinated reports for leadership, installations, and external stakeholders.