AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

As a part-time, on-call Strategic Operations Lead for Border Security Initiatives with AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity to do the following:

• Provide expert guidance on organizational strategic planning, policy development, and program implementation within a border security context.
• Use deep operational knowledge to lead the development, refinement, and communication of strategic roadmaps that align with agency and national security goals.
• Analyze trends and emerging threats to inform long-term operational and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders, e.g., components, offices, federal agencies, industry partners, ensuring alignment and integration of best practices.
• Design and facilitate workshops and strategy sessions to identify and prioritize mission-focused initiatives across immediate, mid-term, and future horizons.
• Develop and implement metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for effective tracking of strategic goals and accountability.
• Provide subject matter expertise in risk management, resource allocation, and scenario planning to optimize resource readiness and mission effectiveness.
• Advise leadership on the integration and potential impact of advanced technologies within operational strategies.
• Serve as a primary liaison for operational units, facilitating communication and alignment between field operations and headquarters.
• Oversee and support the acquisition, deployment, and fielding of new capability solutions, ensuring effective feedback and reporting mechanisms.
• Collect operational feedback, document best practices, and produce actionable reports and briefings for senior leadership and stakeholders.

• CBP BI or Top Secret Clearance Required
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in CBP and strategic planning, acquisition, and system integration.
• Proficiency in capability gap analysis, cost analysis, and acquisition documentation.
• Understanding of Systems acquisition lifecycle (e.g. ALF and MD-102).
• Familiarity with IEEE standard 1012, IEEE Standard 829-1998, and the DHS SELC. 
• Excellent writing, communications and briefing skills.

Note: This is a part-time, on-call role with fewer than 1,040 hours per year. The targeted hourly rate is $72/hour, based on qualifications and experience.

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $113,400.00/Yr. - USD $189,300.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

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