SME Business Management Analyst - Council and Advisory Support

Job Title: SME Business Management Analyst - Council and Advisory Support - TS/SCI

Location: Onsite/Hybrid - DHS CISA, Arlington, VA. Classified work at 1110 N. Glebe Road or 1310 N. Courthouse; unclassified work may occur at 4200 Wilson Boulevard or an approved remote worksite.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, generally 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time, excluding federal holidays; schedule flexibility may be required for emergent events.

Security Requirements: TS/SCI - Top Secret clearance required, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI eligibility/access and favorable DHS fitness and required access determinations. Classified work is performed at approved Government facilities.

Work Authorization: U.S. citizenship required for classified access. Must be authorized to work in the United States.

AttainX is seeking an SME Business Management Analyst to provide subject matter expertise and strategic advice on critical infrastructure security, resilience, and stakeholder coordination for CISA’s SED-governed councils, advisory entities, committees, working groups, and strategic stakeholder engagements. This position supports the Stakeholder Engagement Division through critical infrastructure engagement and advisory services.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• At least ten (10) years of related critical infrastructure, national security, policy analysis, program management, or stakeholder engagement experience, including substantial subject matter expertise.
• A bachelor’s degree in public policy, public administration, business, management, security studies, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience; a relevant master’s degree is preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in critical infrastructure security and resilience, cyber and physical risks, and Government coordination frameworks.
• Experience advising senior leaders on complex policy, operational challenges, risk mitigation, and cross-sector dependencies.
• Ability to synthesize research and stakeholder inputs into defensible strategic recommendations and mentor analytical staff.
• Knowledge of FACA and FACA-exempt council operations, DHS Directive 093-01, and federal records requirements, including General Records Schedule 6.2.
• A current IIBA Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) certification is preferred.
• Must possess a Top Secret clearance and be able to obtain and maintain SCI eligibility/access; classified work must be performed at approved Government facilities.

Job Duties

• Advise leadership on critical infrastructure threats, policy implications, sector interdependencies, and strategic coordination options; validate technical findings and guide analytical staff.
• Research critical infrastructure, cyber and physical security policy, legislation, and emerging threats; prepare findings and briefings for Government review.
• Maintain charters, bylaws, membership structures, training artifacts, and action and recommendation trackers using approved templates and tools.
• Plan agendas, pre-reads, briefing packages, and stakeholder coordination for council and advisory engagements.
• Analyze participation, membership capability gaps, recommendations, and engagement outcomes to identify process improvements.
• Maintain project schedules, process maps, risk registers, and traceable qualitative and quantitative analysis products.
• Prepare status summaries and support closure of recommendations and deliverables; maintain auditable records under applicable federal requirements.
• Support classified meetings at approved Government facilities, including registration, onsite logistics, attendance records, and accurate meeting notes; prepare and handle records using required classified protocols.

Non-Essential Functions

Other related duties as assigned.

About Us

AttainX, Inc. delivers technology solutions, software products, and professional services to Federal Government customers. Our people are central to achieving our customers’ missions. We support quality, collaboration, and employee growth through teamwork and professional development.

Benefits

We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including paid vacation, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a matching 401(k) plan, tuition/training reimbursement, and long- and short-term disability coverage, subject to plan terms and eligibility.

EEO Commitment

AttainX is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a workplace free from discrimination. We provide equal opportunity to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Accommodations

Applicants and employees who need a reasonable accommodation for the application process or to perform essential job functions may contact Human Resources.

Physical Demands

This position primarily involves computer-based work, reviewing technical materials, and communicating with team members and stakeholders. Essential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment

Work is performed at DHS CISA facilities in Arlington, VA, with telework permitted only when approved by the COR. Classified work is performed at approved Government facilities; remote work is limited to authorized unclassified information. General work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays. Office noise is generally moderate. Hours may be adjusted for emergent events, and Government-directed travel may be required.