Contractor Support to Experiment and Wargaming Branch – Red Team Terror Organization SME

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

Essential Qualifications/Experience:

· Nationality of one of the NATO member countries

· A Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline

· Demonstrated experience working with international teams

· Demonstrated experience in project management to include complex stakeholder management tasks. A PMP or its equivalent is required

· Proven ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

· Demonstrated research experience in a relevant accredited academic institution or organization, or similar experience, related to the field or expertise

· Having lived or worked in the area of concentration if a regional caveat applies

· Possess experience in corporate, government or academic environment in analysis concerning international relations security studies, or similar

· Published work that demonstrates knowledge of regional political / geopolitical, human, and economical issues

· Understanding of NATO and its unique structure and work environment

· Experience as a field grade officer with a background in counter intelligence or demonstrated counter-terrorism operations

· Possess experience working in a Strategic Headquarters dealing with complex issues related to Terrorism

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other collaborative software as applicable

· Be a subject matter expert on designated terrorist organizations and consultable on matters spanning terrorism or counter-terrorism operation

· Coordinate external subject matter expertise on Terrorism in support of designated projects, ensuring alignment with the Tier approach to leverage knowledge across NATO and relevant external entities, mainly when such expertise is not resident within SACT HQ

· Assisting in developing, coordinating, and advising on the implementations of WDA Lines of Delivery focused on the NWCC timeline and the strategic/operational challenges associated with designated terror groups

· Conduct in-depth research and analysis on emerging threats, adversarial strategies, and technological advancements to inform the Red Team’s activities and support NATO’s decision-making processes

· Assist in drafting, reviewing, and finalizing Red Team reports, strategic analyses, and wargame evaluations to ensure high-quality deliverables that meet NATO standards

· Apply SME level analytic skills in order to recommend the actions required for a variety of ACT projects and wargames related to designated terror groups

· Provide advice and assessments to validate counter-terrorism planning inputs are strategically sound.

· Provide reach back support to NATO HQ and ACT Directorates for planning activities, contingencies and exercise events relating to designated terror groups

· Act as a liaison between the Red Team and other NATO entities, supporting coordination efforts, sharing intelligence, and ensuring alignment with broader NATO objectives and strategic initiatives

· Provide specialized operational and analytical support to the Red Team leader, offering insights and expertise to enhance the effectiveness of Red Team activities and outputs

· Develop and maintain a repository of Red Team knowledge, including best practices, lessons learned, and research findings. This ensures that the Red Team benefits from cumulative knowledge and continues to improve its effectiveness

· Support the development of Red Team personnel by identifying and sharing emerging trends, adversarial methodologies, and critical thinking strategies that enhance the team’s capabilities