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Red Gate Group · 1 month ago

Chemical Security & Elimination Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Fort Belvoir, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Red Gate Group is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Company based in Chantilly, VA, specializing in intelligence analysis and operational design. They are seeking a Chemical Security & Elimination Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, focusing on strengthening global defenses against chemical weapons and advising partner nations on capability development and threat reduction initiatives.

Financial ServicesGovernment

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver high-level briefings translating complex chemical threat issues into actionable guidance for senior DoD officials

Conduct vulnerability assessments, training needs analyses, and capability evaluations for partner nations

Lead requirements definition and strategy development for: Chemical security & elimination missions, Chemical UXO response, Site and transportation security, Post-interdiction counter-smuggling activities

Develop and review SOWs, WBSs, IGCEs, source selection criteria, and technical proposal evaluations

Support development of programmatic documentation, including POM inputs, spend plans, performance metrics, and reporting requirements for OSD and DTRA

Coordinate with analysts on budget development, sustainment plans, cost/performance trade-off analysis, and regulatory/QA compliance

Advise project officers on strategy alignment with: U.S. National Strategies, Geographic Combatant Command plans, GTR priorities, Interagency partner initiatives

Engage with U.S. Government, contractors, foreign governments, and international stakeholders to advance mission execution

Support and participate in OCONUS partner-nation engagements (travel approx. 25%)

Write mission-impact products including decision papers, action memos, talking points, and technical briefs

Review deliverables and provide expert comments that improve project execution and sustainment

Develop trip books and detailed post-engagement reports

Qualification

CWMD/CBRN experienceChemical defense expertiseProgram managementChemical securityChemical characteristics knowledgeCBRN detection systemsAnalytical skillsTechnical writingMicrosoft Office proficiencyCritical thinkingIndependent work capability

Required

5+ years of relevant CWMD/CBRN experience and/or education

Demonstrated foundational understanding of chemistry fundamentals (e.g., Basic CBRN Defense School, Basic EOD, Hazmat Technician)

Understanding of chemical characteristics and properties that make materials hazardous, including toxicity, reactivity, flammability, and persistence

Familiarity with operation/theory of CBRN detection and identification systems, including IMS, PID, FTIR, Raman Spectroscopy, GC/MS, LC/MS, etc

Knowledge of CWAs (including 4th Generation Agents), Pharmaceutical-Based Agents (PBAs), emerging threats, and delivery systems

Understanding of U.S. and international rules and regulations associated with the transportation of chemical agents and dangerous goods (e.g., IATA, CFR 49, ADR)

Ability to integrate chemical safety, security, and elimination into operational risk frameworks

Experience producing technical, senior-ready written products and instructional content

Strong analytical, critical thinking, and independent work capability

Proficient with Microsoft Office applications

Active DoD SECRET clearance

Preferred

10+ years of CWMD/CBRN experience

Advanced understanding of chemistry (e.g., Civil Support Team, Master EOD, Hazmat Specialist)

Working knowledge of FTIR and Raman Spectroscopy principles, interpretation, and operational applications for chemical identification

Formal operator training on advanced CBRN detection and identification systems

Understanding of the distinction between chemical forensics (investigative analysis) and chemical attribution (source/origin determination)

Familiarity with Title 10 (Armed Forces), Title 32 (National Guard), and Title 50 (War and National Defense) authorities and their application to CWMD operations

Experience with: DOD, DHS, DOE, National Laboratories, Interagency coordination, International threat reduction and capacity-building programs

Understanding of emerging agent trends and chemical security policy

TS/SCI eligibility highly desired