Senior Program Analyst - Industry

Responsibilities

Noblis is positioned to provide technology and operational solutions to senior decision makers in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in the Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate. The DHS S&T Directorate is the primary research and development arm of DHS and manages science and technology research, from development through transition, for the Department's operational components and first responders. Established by Congress to provide innovative solutions to the nation's homeland security challenges, S&T is the core source of scientific and engineering expertise for DHS and is uniquely postured to enhance our nation's security and resilience by providing knowledge products and innovative technology solutions for the Homeland Security Enterprise (HSE).

At Noblis and Noblis ESI, we have excellent teams of smart, collaborative, proactive experts and professionals. We are actively seeking to identify personnel to join our team of talented professionals who possess the experience, vision, commitment, and integrity to successfully support the S&T mission.

The Senior Program Analyst - Industry will provide senior technical and strategic support to the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Science & Technology Directorate (S&T) in designing and institutionalizing S&T's strategic industry engagement model in line with Congressional direction. This position sits within a front office organization responsible for planning and executing senior-level engagements across industry, interagency, international and Congressional partners.

The successful candidate will analyze emerging technology markets, innovation trends, venture capital portfolios, and geographic technology hubs to develop data-driven recommendations on where and how S&T should focus outreach and partnership-building with the private sector. This includes defining and refining S&T-wide approaches for engaging industry partners - including non-traditional vendors - and informing the design of anchor events, roundtables, demonstration days, and targeted sessions that feed directly into RDT&E priorities and program pipelines.

The role provides expert guidance to leadership and program offices on positioning S&T as a preferred federal customer for innovative technology companies, ensures engagement strategies are integrated with communications channels and performance metrics, and advises on how industry engagement insights should shape S&T strategy, governance, and portfolio decisions.

The successful candidate will be self-motivated, operate well in a matrixed environment, effectively manage competing priorities, and be comfortable translating market intelligence and engagement data into clear, actionable strategic recommendations for senior leaders and nontechnical audiences.

This is currently a hybrid position with a blend of on-site and remote work, requiring staff to be on-site at the DHS S&T client site in Washington D.C. as needed. Applicants must be able to regularly commute to Washington D.C.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Analyzing emerging technology markets, innovation ecosystems, venture capital portfolios, and geographic technology hubs to develop data-driven recommendations on S&T outreach and partnership priorities.
• Designing and institutionalizing S&T's strategic industry engagement model, including developing frameworks, processes, and governance structures for structured private sector engagement.
• Defining and refining S&T-wide approaches for engaging industry partners - including non-traditional vendors, startups, and emerging technology companies - to expand S&T's innovation pipeline.
• Informing the design and execution of anchor events, roundtables, demonstration days, workshops, and targeted engagement sessions that align with RDT&E priorities and program pipelines.
• Providing expert guidance to leadership and program offices on positioning S&T as a preferred federal customer and optimizing industry engagement strategies.
• Ensuring engagement strategies are integrated with communications channels and performance metrics, and advising on how industry insights should inform S&T strategy, governance, and portfolio decisions.
• Developing engagement recommendations based on market research, technology scouting, and analysis of private sector capabilities aligned to DHS mission needs.
• Collaborating on industry engagement initiatives within DHS including Private Sector and Legislative Affairs Offices, Component Stakeholder Engagement and industry Liaisons, and DHS Component acquisitions teams to align priorities and increase the impact of S&T industry engagements.
• Aggregating and synthesizing knowledge and data to inform decisions, analyses, and recommendations across mission areas.
• Developing status reports, briefings, and read-ahead materials; organizing and coordinating meetings, discussions, and seminars.
• Representing S&T at industry events, conferences, and partner engagements as directed by senior leadership.
• Managing multiple concurrent engagements and priorities, including responding to quick-turn requests from leadership.
• Facilitating meetings and preparing clients for leadership and partner briefings.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced Degree with 5+ years of related experience or 10+ years of related experience. Preference for Degrees in Business, Public Policy, Technology Management, Innovation Management, or a related field.
• Eligibility to obtain a Secret Clearance and DHS Suitability determination.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical information to a variety of audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders across government and industry.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing technology markets, innovation trends, or private sector ecosystems to inform strategic recommendations.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience designing or institutionalizing industry engagement models, partnership frameworks, or private sector outreach strategies within a federal context.
• Familiarity with venture capital ecosystems, startup landscapes, technology accelerators, and non-traditional defense/homeland security vendors.
• Experience planning and executing industry engagement events such as demo days, industry days, roundtables, or innovation showcases.
• Understanding of federal acquisition and procurement processes, including how industry engagement feeds into RDT&E program pipelines and requirements development.
• Understanding of the federal innovation ecosystem, including contracting tools, agreements, and funding opportunities that engage non-traditional vendors, startups, and emerging technology companies to advance shared priorities, expand the capability pipeline, and accelerate the delivery of solutions.
• Understanding of the challenges, opportunities, and tools to support technology transition and commercialization.
• Experience advising senior government leaders on strategic positioning, market engagement, or technology scouting.
• Knowledge of DHS mission areas and homeland security technology priorities.
• Experience developing engagement metrics, performance frameworks, or ROI analyses for outreach programs.
• Experience integrating engagement strategies with communications and public affairs channels.
• Track record of clear, consistent communication with program managers and senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to independently develop and execute project plans with minimal oversight.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment and adapt productively to shifting priorities.
• Experience supporting DoD and/or DHS components (e.g., TSA, CBP, USCG, ICE, CISA).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint, Excel, and Project).
• Active Secret clearance (or above) and current DHS Suitability strongly preferred.

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI , and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Salary at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, and clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is provided within the posting and are based on full time status. Part time staff receive a prorated salary based on regularly scheduled hours. The estimated minimum and maximum displayed represents the broadest range for this position (inclusive of high geographic and high clearance requirements), and is just one component of Noblis' total compensation package for employees.

Posted Salary Range

USD $115,500.00 - USD $180,525.00 /Yr.