POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Advisor shall provide expert guidance and provide the advice and technical assistance needed to develop, implement, and sustain cybersecurity policies, strategies, and organizational frameworks at MICITT, while supporting effective interagency coordination on cybersecurity between MICITT and other key stakeholders in the GoCR (including with the Ministry of the Presidency and with the National CSIRT).
*Position Location: Costa Rica
RESPONSIBILITIES
- The Senior Advisor will assist the MICITT with aligning its overall cyber policies, strategies, and organizational frameworks to the GoCR’s National Security Strategy
- The Senior Advisor will support interagency coordination and encourage dialogue on cyber roles and responsibilities within the GoCR
- The Senior Advisor will enhance the knowledge and capacity of MICITT staff and leadership involved in cybersecurity
- The Senior Advisor will develop strong professional relationships with key stakeholders in MICITT, MICITT’s CSIRT, the Ministry of Public Security (MSP), and act as a trusted advisor to them. If invited to do so, participate in any related GoCR working groups and/or initiatives already underway which contribute to the overall GDRP project objective(s).
- The Senior Advisor will work in close cooperation with senior MICITT officials, identify existing institutional gaps in cybersecurity. Consultations shall occur with officials from across the GoCR where relevant.
- The Senior Advisor will share expertise and recommendations with MICITT and other key GoCR stakeholders as relevant on how to prepare for required reforms and to establish and manage cybersecurity. This may include providing recommendations to the government on legislation, policies, procedures, doctrine, or training that may be needed to successfully enhance the cyber capabilities and integration of the GoCR.
- The Senior Advisor will assist MICITT in promoting effective, responsible, and accountable employment of force by developing standard operating procedures for integrating domestic and international legal considerations into operational decision-making
- The Senior Advisor will communicate regularly with the U.S. Embassy POL/ECON, and SCO sections to share information, expand connections, and bolster relevant projects underway. Brief them at least monthly on cybersecurity-related developments within the GoCR.
- Where other barriers to institutional change with regards to strategic planning exist, the Senior Advisor shall work to identify those barriers, including budget challenges, and make recommendations to MICITT to overcome them, and, where possible, work to address them in support of the desired end state
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED Qualifications for one (1) Senior Advisor (Costa Rica) focused on cybersecurity
- U.S. citizen
- Master’s degree in areas such as Computer Science, Cyber Security, Cyber Operations, Information Management, Information Systems Security, or a similar field AND at least six (6) years of U.S. military and/or U.S. civilian professional experience in cybersecurity at the national level or large organizational level
— OR —
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Cyber Operations, Information Management, Information Systems Security, or a similar field AND at least ten (10) years of U.S. military and/or civilian professional experience working in cybersecurity at the national level or large organizational level
- Have reached, at a minimum, the rank of O-5 in the military or equivalent in a civilian capacity (i.e., FS-02/GS-14 or industry equivalent)
- Prior demonstrated experience developing cybersecurity policies, strategies, organizational structures, and procedures
- Prior demonstrated experience communicating cybersecurity policy and technical concepts to senior government stakeholders
- Prior demonstrated experience working with senior officials in a foreign government and/or foreign military
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance issued by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) prior to contract/task order performance
PREFERRED Qualifications for (1) Senior Advisor (Costa Rica) focused on cybersecurity
- Proficiency in Spanish
- Have received one of the following certifications
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- NIST Cyber Security Professional (NCSP)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CASP)
- Certified Chief Information security officer (CCISO)
- Two (2) years experience living and working in Latin America
- Prior demonstrated experience as the director or program manager for one or more projects implementing cybersecurity capacity building initiatives
- Has primarily worked outside of the U.S. intelligence community for a majority of their career
BENEFITS
Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflect its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is typically based in a busy office environment and subject to frequent interruptions. Work outside and in inclement weather conditions may be required. Business work hours are Sunday-Thursday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, however some extended hours may be required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to lift, lower, carry, push or move objects up to 25 lbs. Various tasks may require intermittent standing or prolonged sitting, and the ability to walk, reach, kneel, crouch and handle work related supplies and tools.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Advisor shall provide expert guidance and provide the advice and technical assistance needed to develop, implement, and sustain maritime security policy at the PNGDF Maritime Element. The Senior Advisor may also advise the PNGDF and NFA on maritime security and safety, maritime domain awareness, personnel planning and staffing, and budget resourcing and sustainment. The Senior Advisor may also support effective interagency coordination related to maritime security policy within the Government of PNG and cooperation externally with other relevant maritime security stakeholders.
*Position Location: Papua New Guinea
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with the development and implementation of maritime security policy. This may include assisting the partner to support the drafting, review, and execution of a maritime security strategy, develop strategic plans for the monitoring of PNG’s EEZ via a vessel monitoring system, support the development and implementation of a staffing and operations plan, and create budget resourcing and sustainment plans for the NSCC
- Develop strong professional relationships with key stakeholders in the PNGDF Maritime Element and NFA and then act as a trusted advisor to them
- Establish a working relationship with main counterpart(s) in the PNGDF Maritime Element and NFA and participate as an advisor in any related new working groups and/or initiatives already underway which contribute to the overall objective(s)
- Integrate into the U.S. Embassy political and security cooperation structure in order to share information, expand connections, and bolster relevant projects underway. The Senior Advisor shall aim to coordinate regularly with the U.S. Embassy Political Section. The Senior Advisor shall also brief the U.S. Embassy Political Section, ODC, and the Defense Attaché Office monthly, at a minimum, and as requested by embassy representatives
- In close cooperation with senior PNGDF Maritime Element officials, identify any existing gaps in maritime security. Consultations shall occur with officials from across the PNG government to help bridge communication barriers, where possible
- Share expertise and recommendations with the PNGDF, NFA, and other government stakeholders to communicate any steps needed to prepare for reforms and changes in business practices and to implement maritime security policies. This may include providing recommendations to the government on legislation, policy or procedures, doctrine, or training to increase maritime law enforcement and enable the PNF to patrol its coastline and protect its EEZ from illicit fishing and trafficking
- Assist the PNGDF Maritime Element in promoting effective, responsible, and accountable employment of force by developing standard operating procedures for integrating domestic and international legal considerations into operational decision-making
- Where other barriers to institutional change with regards to strategic planning exist, the Senior Advisor shall work to identify those barriers, make recommendations to the PNGDF Maritime Element and NFA to overcome them, and, where possible, work to address them in support of the desired end state
- After deployment, the Senior Advisor is expected to participate in virtual continuing learning and exchange opportunities hosted periodically by PM/GPI. PM/GPI will make every effort to accommodate differences in time zones for these opportunities
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS for one (1) Senior Advisor to PNG focused on Maritime Security Policy development and implementation:
- U.S. citizen
- Master’s degree in areas such as Security Studies, Criminal Justice, Public Policy, International Relations, Maritime Law, Organizational Leadership, or a similar field AND at least six (6) years of U.S. military and/or civilian professional experience with Maritime Security or Maritime Law Enforcement
— OR —
- Bachelor’s degree in aforementioned subject areas and at least ten (10) years of U.S. military and/or civilian professional experience working in Maritime Security or Maritime Law Enforcement
- Have reached, at a minimum, the rank of O-5 in the military or equivalent in a civilian capacity (i.e., FS-02/GS-14 or industry equivalent)
- Experience working with senior foreign government officials or with senior foreign military officials
- Experience developing, drafting, and/or coordinating the implementation of national-level policies and strategies
- Experience working in a Maritime Operations Center, Joint Operations Center, Interagency Task Force Operations Center, or equivalent operations center
- Experience managing human resources and financial resources of an organization comprised of more than 100 people
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance issued by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) prior to contract/task order performance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (1) Senior Advisor PNG focused on Maritime Security:
- Two (2) years of experience working in the Pacific Islands region
- Two (2) years of experience working with Australian government counterparts
- Two (2) years of experience working with the U.S. Department of State
- Two (2) years of experience as an institutional reform advisor to senior foreign military or senior foreign government officials
- Reached the rank of O-6 in the U.S. Coast Guard, O-6 in the U.S. Navy, or equivalent rank (i.e. FS-01/GS-15) in a civilian capacity
BENEFITS
Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflect its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is typically based in a busy office environment and subject to frequent interruptions. Work outside and in inclement weather conditions may be required. Business work hours are Sunday-Thursday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, however some extended hours may be required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
May be required to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 25 lbs. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching and bending throughout the workday.
