CTR Project Support Specialist
XL - Washington, DC
Posted On: 5/01/2012

Job Title: CTR Project Support Specialist

Location: Washington, DC

Background:
In meeting national interests, the Nonproliferation, Anti-terrorism, Demining and related programs (NADR)-funded Global Threat Reduction (GTR) programs seek to prevent diversion of scientific, engineering, and technical expertise and technologies related to weapons of mass destruction (WMD), their delivery systems, and other advanced military technologies from countries of proliferation concern or terrorist groups. GTR programs are global and include efforts to:

Engage and redirect former weapon scientists, engineers, and technicians to peaceful, civilian activities and provide incentives for them not to market their capabilities in weapons and related technology to potential proliferators or terrorists; Improve biological and chemical security and safety and engage biological and chemical scientists, technicians and engineers, including improving the security of dangerous pathogens Engage scientists, technicians and engineers with nuclear expertise.

Other program elements may be added as new opportunities and requirements develop. The programs operate under rigorous policy oversight and are implemented using a wide range of tools, including international agreements, grants, contracts, funds transfers to other U.S. Government programs, and the engagement of non-government organizations (NGOs) and the private sector.

Position

Description: This is a position for a project support specialist in the Office of Cooperative Threat Reduction (CTR) to assist with the implementation of U.S. foreign assistance programs aimed at mitigating global WMD proliferation threats. Primarily responsible for assisting with the review of projects and individuals receiving funding through CTR-sponsored engagement activities Compiling information for technical reviews of project activities in the former Soviet Union Maintaining a database of scientists, technicians, and engineers engaged through CTR-sponsored activities Providing support for interagency reviews of research projects and fellowships; and compiling office-wide contributions for departmental taskers and reporting requirements Perform some administrative duties which include but are not limited to: escorting uncleared visitors in the CTR suite Updating time and attendance records for federal employees Maintaining the Office Director’s calendar Facilitate travel for CTR staff

Clearance: The incumbent must possess an active TOP SECRET security clearance and be eligible for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).

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XL is a management consulting company headquartered in McLean, VA. Since 1989, XL has excelled in providing acquisition support, grants lifecycle management and other specialized professional services to Federal agencies and commercial customers worldwide. Our staff is diverse, trained, certified in their fields and fully committed to helping XL’s clients succeed.

Our employees are the heart of our company. At XL we seek shining stars eager to work for our growing company. Performance is rewarded and our benefits are excellent. Our culture provides a seamless transition for public sector professionals. Join our team today!

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

We are proud to be an EOE/M/F/D/V and ADA/AA employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance testing and background checks.

XL Benefits

As an XL employee you are eligible for a generous benefits package which includes a comprehensive medical plan, dental insurance, group life insurance, long-term disability insurance, company-sponsored 401(k) plan with profit sharing, tuition reimbursement plan, partial reimbursement for professional memberships, flexible spending accounts and much more. All employees receive 10 paid holidays annually and begin accruing 15 days of paid time off each year with their first paycheck.

If your desire is to be part of a team of professionals who believe in “ Excellence. Delivered ”, please contact us immediately.

We look forward to hearing from you and working together very soon.

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"XL Insurance" is the global brand used by member insurers of the XL Capital Ltd (NYSE: XL) group of companies.