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Theater Security Cooperation Analyst- Shaw AFB, SC

Serco · North Charleston, SC · 3 wk ago
Information TechnologyFull-time

Discover this great opportunity in our Qatar location supporting the U.S. Air Force’s critical mission. You will be part of the 9th Air Force (9AF) United States Air Force Central Command (AFCENT), the Air Force Service Component of United States Central Command (USCENTCOM), responsible for U.S. security interests in 27 nations from the Horn of Africa through the Persian Gulf region into Central Asia. This position supports the 9th AF Theater Security Cooperation (A5).

About the role

As the Theater Security Cooperation Analyst, you will review, analyze, and make recommendations to USAFCENT/A5 on political-military, economic, and military-to-military cooperation events for the command’s operations. You will provide expertise in coordinating multilateral engagement events, including the Middle East Air Symposiums, regional air shows, conferences, seminars, and engagement programs in accordance with the 9 AF AFCENT Theater Security Cooperation (TSC) Plan and applicable guidance.

Responsibilities

  • Assist and provide expertise in preparing senior leader correspondence to U.S. and foreign leaders, staffing processes, documentation (Task Management Tool, electronic Staff Summary Sheet), and briefings.
  • Provide regional expertise encompassing political-military factors, intelligence developments, and current operational considerations.
  • Advise the 9AF AFCENT/A5 on strategy supporting the long-range TSC effort.
  • Develop strategic, operational, and tactical objectives and coordinate programs supporting TSCP accomplishment.
  • Provide input to the financial plan supporting TSC program accomplishment.
  • Assist with management of TSC information management tools.
  • Review Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Headquarters, Air Force (HAF), USCENTCOM, and USAFCENT security cooperation guidance; assist in translating guidance into objectives.
  • Provide assistance and expertise in the quarterly assessment of the 9 AF (AFCENT) Theater Campaign Support Plan; develop briefings and presentations documenting assessments.
  • Develop and track FY financial plans supporting TSC events.
  • Input TSC data into and analyze data from required IT systems such as G-TSCMIS, SOCIUM, C2IE, CFR, etc.
  • Provide inputs to 9 AF AFCENT A5 to support quarterly TSC Assessment Briefs, the command’s TSC Flight Plan, briefs to senior personnel inbound to the AOR on A5 programs, and advising on all tasks.
  • Support A5 participation in conferences and meetings, including development of the Middle East Air Symposium, COM 9AF AFCENT AOR travel plans, and advising on key leader engagements.
  • Develop plans for and participate in conferences and symposiums.
  • Assist in coordination and execution of 9AF AFCENT/CC AOR travel, including developing and presenting materials and briefings for key leader engagements.
  • Accompany the commander as an engagement interlocutor or action officer to prepare readouts and manage follow-on action items.
  • Serve as Humanitarian Assistance (HA) project coordinator, working with USCENTCOM, Country Teams, and Air Expeditionary Wings/Groups to develop, coordinate, plan, and execute humanitarian assistance construction projects in the AOR.
  • Research and recommend funding strategies for HA projects.
  • Coordinate with host nation authorities, through country teams, for project approval.
  • Monitor the contracting process via coordination with the USAFCENT staff to ensure projects remain on track.
  • Coordinate with 9 AF AFCENT staff to ensure appropriate offices have visibility on proposed and approved projects.
  • Review current operations, operational plans, AF instructions, and joint publications to collate data.
  • Provide support for CONUS visits from foreign military personnel, including base escort and transportation as required.

Requirements

  • Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.
  • Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience in a Component-Numbered AF or HHQ staff position, or a High School Diploma plus 5 years of experience on a NAF or component command staff or higher-level or other service equivalent.
  • 1 year of experience in Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to travel up to 50% (CONUS and OCONUS).
  • Valid U.S. passport.

Desired Skills

  • Active DoD Top Secret or TS/SCI security clearance.

Benefits

Serco offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract.
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching funds.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Life insurance and disability coverage.
  • Optional coverages (pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection).
  • Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
  • Employee Assistance Plan.

Pay

Salary range for this position is provided at the top of the posting and varies based on factors such as scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education, key skills, and geographic market considerations. Eligible positions may also include annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.

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