Job Description:Parsons is seeking a highly talented
Strategic Functional Specialist/Advisor to join our Mission Assurance Branch! In this pivotal role, you will align daily operations with long-term enterprise objectives, lead the development of multi-year strategic plans, and shape governance and business continuity frameworks.
What You'll Be Doing:- Lead and Mentor: Guide Functional Analysts to achieve performance goals and foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Resource & Task Management: Coordinate assignments, manage scheduling and resource requests, resolve conflicts, and ensure task visibility for all stakeholders.
- Strategic Planning & Compliance: Develop, coordinate, and execute multi-year strategic management plans (COOP, NGOC, PI&ID), ensuring alignment with National, DoD, ODNI/IC, NSG, and NGA guidelines.
- Policy & Communication: Draft and publish NGA policies and procedures; deliver executive-level briefings and updates to government leadership.
- Performance & Special Projects: Capture and report branch performance metrics; drive special projects and strategic initiatives through structured problem-solving and resource optimization.
- Professional Development: Complete required training and development activities as directed by government leadership.
Required Clearance:- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must have an active TS/SCI clearance
What Required Skills You'll Bring:- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field, plus 5+ years of relevant experience (additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).
- Proven experience in program management, with a strong record of translating complex operational data into actionable executive recommendations.
- Advanced knowledge of Federal Continuity Directives (FCD 1 & FCD 2), DoD Mission Assurance strategies, and Intelligence Community (IC) Continuity policies.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex strategies, risk assessments, and metrics to senior executives and diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated success leading complex initiatives, making sound decisions under uncertainty, and optimizing operational resources.
- Experience leading special projects and strategic initiatives in dynamic, high-pressure environments.
- Expertise in drafting executive-level white papers, strategic plans, and standard operating procedures, with extensive experience presenting to senior government officials.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:- Proficiency with standard business applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, MS Teams).
- FEMA Level 1 certification (or ability to obtain within six months of hire).
Security Clearance Requirement:An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.
This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.
Salary Range: $88,400.00 - $154,700.00
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
