Federal Project Manager (Threat Analysis SME)

Location: Washington, DC metro area (Hybrid)
Clearance Required: Public Trust Minimum (US Citizen)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview: Praescient Analytics is seeking a highly experienced Federal Program Manager with deep subject matter expertise in threat analysis and a proven track record of stakeholder engagement at the senior federal level. The ideal candidate is not only a skilled program leader but also a practitioner who can speak the language of analysts, law enforcement officers, and intelligence professionals. This role requires extensive experience supporting DHS, ICE, or Intelligence Community (IC) missions, with the ability to oversee complex programs while ensuring compliance with sensitive data handling requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Lead program management activities in support of DHS/ICE and law enforcement operations, ensuring successful delivery of mission objectives.
• Serve as a Threat Analysis Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing technical and tradecraft insight to stakeholders and team members.
• Manage and maintain strong relationships with senior DHS/ICE stakeholders and law enforcement partners, serving as the primary point of engagement.
• Oversee compliance with DHS/ICE policies and requirements for OSINT, biometrics, and PII handling, ensuring ethical and secure practices.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure delivery of accurate, actionable, and timely intelligence support.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to analysts, ensuring tradecraft standards and analytic rigor are upheld.
• Monitor performance metrics, risks, and deliverables to drive program success.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of program management experience supporting federal law enforcement, DHS, or IC missions.
• Strong background as a Threat Analyst SME, with the ability to discuss and apply analytic tradecraft beyond contract oversight.
• Demonstrated success engaging and briefing senior DHS/ICE stakeholders and law enforcement partners.
• Proven ability to balance programmatic responsibilities with operational and analytic insight.

Desired Skills & Tools:

• Proficiency with analytic and investigative tools such as Palantir, Analyst's Notebook, Babel Street, or similar platforms.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience ensuring compliance with federal information-sharing, security, and privacy policies.

Preferred Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Intelligence Studies, Security Studies, International Relations, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent program management certification.
• Advanced tradecraft or intelligence certifications from DHS, DoD, or IC training programs (e.g., CDIA, intelligence analysis certifications, or OSINT-focused training).

Security Clearance Requirement: Public Trust (Minimum)

What you can expect from us:

• Real opportunity for career growth in an environment where your achievements will be celebrated.
• Constant collaboration with numerous teams to ensure client success.
• A team that respects and embraces your ideas and expertise.
• Coworkers that are motivated by pursuing excellence, rather than the prospect of personal gain.
• A workplace dedicated to supporting and improving public safety and government agencies.

Benefits:

• Very competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive, Company paid Aetna Health Care Medical for you (We pay your premiums and deductibles)
• 401(k) with company match
• Travel & performance incentives
• 3 weeks paid time off (plus Federal Holidays)
• $5K annual training allowance
• $500 book allowance
• Tuition reimbursement program

Praescient Analytics is a Certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) with over a decade of expertise in advanced analytics, engineering, and DevOps, specializing in transforming complex data into actionable intelligence for informed decision-making. Since 2011, we have supported over 40 organizations across diverse domains, including military intelligence operations, financial and fraud investigations, and insider threat detection.

Our team of experts-skilled in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, DevOps, and engineering-brings deep experience in solving complex challenges. With a proven track record in federal contracting, we deliver tailored, high-impact solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency, ensure mission success, and address the evolving needs of our clients. Praescient's innovative and adaptive approach makes us a trusted partner in delivering data-driven insights and technological excellence for critical missions.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

US Citizenship Required
Interested Candidates: Please forward your resume to recruiting@praescientanalytics.com and please visit our website to apply online at www.praescientanalytics.applicantstack.com/x/openings.