Desk Officer (Multiple Levels) with Security Clearance

Foreign Resource Development Associates, LLC (FRDA) is a privately held Service-Disabled Veterans Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Arlington, VA. FRDA''s team of dedicated employees and affiliates deliver mission-relevant management and leadership experience garnered from distinguished service at the national level. We offer an exceptional benefits package for our employees which has gained industry recognition as being "Best in Class". Job Purpose: The Desk Officer works onsite for a US Government client and supports that client''s worldwide operations on specific issues or geographies Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. FRDA, LLC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, FRDA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, employees and applicants should contact Human Resources. Essential Functions: > Support a wide range of operational and programmatic activities to manage operations in specific geographic areas, or against specific issues> Manage and track ongoing program progress; staff appropriate approvals; conduct substantive briefings; communicate client guidance to global resources> Conduct detailed analysis using government databases and writing standards> Draft formal correspondence per government client standards> All other duties as assigned. Required Skills/Experience: > Level 1: One (1) or more years of experience> Level 2: Three (3) or more years of experience> Level 3: Seven (7) or more years of experience> Level 4: Twelve (12) or more years of experience> Level 5: Twenty (20) or more years of experience> Bachelor''s degree (BA/BS) from an accredited college or university> Current experience directly in the Intelligence Community related to support to global counter-terrorism HUMINT operations. Current experience providing HQS staffing support for global HUMINT operations, including familiarity with Intelligence Community client internal correspondence standards; staffing protocols; technical research tools; and classified databases.> Experience in Intelligence Community client-specific global intelligence issues. Formal training, certification, and global work experience highly desired.> Current US Government TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph> Willingness to work on-site in the Washington, DC area Attributes: > Advanced skills in common desktop applications, internet, and social media use> This is a customer-facing position representing FRDA to client employees. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are a must.> Highly motivated, self-starter with demonstrated ability to spot new opportunities and spearhead new initiatives> A friendly and collaborative attitude; ability to work well independently and in groups with minimal supervision; ability to navigate ambiguity, embrace client oversight at all levels, and balance competing demands> Technical savvy is a must. Ability to use FRDA and client IT systems is required.> Additional, client-specific required qualifications will be discussed with appropriate candidates. FRDA is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, train, compensate, discharge or any other term or condition of employment, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Created: 2025-11-15