CBRN Program Analyst

At Battelle, experience matters, especially when addressing the complexities of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosives (CBRNE) challenges. For over 70 years, government agencies and industries have trusted us to provide solutions for some of their most critical CBRNE issues. Battelle is home to advanced facilities and leading industry experts who deliver end-to-end solutions-from threat awareness to complex systems integration-ensuring the nation is prepared to respond to both current and emerging threats. Our commitment to safety and innovation makes us a leader in the field, dedicated to protecting national security and public safety.

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a CBRN Analyst. This position is a full-time opportunity located in Washington, D.C. (Pentagon, client site).
Battelle has been providing research, development, test, and evaluation services in support of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRNE) defense for over 60 years. As part of our mission support, Battelle is working with the U.S. Army G8 - Capability Development (CD) Directorate to advance the resourcing, equipping, and modernization of CBRN defense capabilities. Our support facilitates the advancement of CBRND systems for next-generation CBRN sensing, threat warning, reporting, hazard prediction, protection, and mitigation.

In this role, the selected individual will coordinate across integrated Layered Protection portfolios to align requirements, resources, acquisition activities, and senior leader engagement across the Services. They will also synchronize CBRN modernization efforts with broader Joint and Service initiatives, ensuring defense systems remain effective against evolving global threats.

Responsibilities

As a CBRN Analyst, the selected individual will serve as a key synchronization resource within the Chemical and Biological Defense Program, supporting the U.S. Army's Executive Agent responsibilities across military and interagency stakeholders. Responsibilities may include:

• Serving as a Synchronization Officer (SSO) within the Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) Branch, Formation-Based Layered Protection (FBLP) Warfighting Division, Capability Directorate, HQDA G-8, synchronizing activities across the Military Services, Joint Staff, and interagency stakeholders
• Developing and communicating the Executive Agent narrative on portfolio status, resourcing, and emerging issues to support senior leader awareness and enterprise synchronization
• Coordinating, assessing, and analyzing CBRN defense doctrinal, operational, tactical, and training requirements using DOTmLPF-P (Doctrine, Organization, Training, Materiel, Leadership, Personnel, Facilities, and Policy) analysis
• Developing White Papers addressing CBRND requirements, initiatives, and challenges
• Conducting reviews and assessments of business management and governance policy, guidance, and agreements to identify gaps, efficiencies, and improvements, and initiating revisions or development of policy in accordance with DoW and HQDA guidance
• Facilitating coordination among the Services, Joint partners, and program offices to support emerging requirements, contingency operations, and senior leader decision-making
• Monitoring and responding to classified and unclassified tasks from HQDA and DoW, ensuring CBRN-related queries are answered with technical accuracy

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent prior military experience
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in CBRN defense
• CBRND technical literacy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Access and Excel
• Active Secret clearance required; must be a U.S. citizen

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a STEM field
• Five to ten years of experience in Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) or CBRN defense
• DAWIA certification in Program Management (or willingness to obtain)
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance

Compensation Data

Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $100,000 - $120,000 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

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