Senior Competencies and Performance Analyst

Senior Competencies and Performance Analyst

Position Summary

DarkStar Intelligence seeks a Senior Competencies and Performance Analyst with an active TS/SCI clearance and Counterintelligence Polygraph. 

Location: Bethesda, Maryland 

Schedule (FT/PT): Full-Time

Travel Required: No

Shift: Day

Remote Type: No Remote

Security Clearance: Current TS/SCI

Polygraph: Current Counterintelligence Polygraph

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Provide strategic workforce planning expertise to the US Intelligence Community (IC) with a focus on workforce modernization and mobility

Develop and implement with IC partners career path roadmaps for specific IC professions; re-evaluate roadmaps as needed

Develop methods to formalize professions and identify measures to track progress of these efforts

Organize and facilitate interagency community of practice quarterly meetings

Create competency models and identify developmental or training activities by proficiency level

Collaborate with IC subject matter experts and working groups on human capital priorities

Develop workforce upskilling strategies

Refine and update content in IC-wide competencies library

Consult on best practices in workforce analysis

Advise IC agencies on human capital policy, the workforce of the future, and other long-term goals

Conduct data-driven research and analysis

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a TS/SCI with Polygraph

Requires a BS/BA with 18 years, a MS/MA with 10 years or no degree and 24 years of experience

Experience developing core and leadership competency models

Experience conducting skills-gap analysis and developing upskilling strategies

Experience planning and implementing career paths

Strategic workforce planning experience

Expertise related to advancing foundational competencies in AI within workforce(s)

Microsoft Office proficiency

Desired Qualifications

Human resource process improvement experience

Organizational change management experience

Previous experience leading communities of practice and/or working groups

Strategic communications

Salary Range:

$145,000 – $156,000

This pay range is a general guideline and not a guarantee of specific compensation or salary. When extending an offer, DarkStar Intelligence considers various factors, including (but not limited to) the jobs responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, market data alignment, applicable bargaining agreements (if any), and other relevant laws.

About DarkStar Intelligence

DarkStar Intelligence is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). We are dedicated to advancing mission support and tradecraft development for our clients while emphasizing employee retention and client satisfaction. We deliver high-quality, intelligence-based solutions grounded in our “Core Four” values: humility, passion, agility, and ownership. Our team members embody humility by prioritizing the mission over personal recognition, bringing passion through relentless enthusiasm for problem-solving and innovation. With agility, they adapt swiftly to changing mission requirements and excel in team dynamics. Above all, our personnel take full ownership of their work, holding themselves accountable to deliver results and uphold the highest standards of excellence. We strive to make our country safer and create a lasting impact through these values.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At DarkStar Intelligence LLC, we believe that Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is not just a policy but a core value that defines our approach to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone is valued based on their skills, abilities, and qualifications and where employment decisions are made solely on merit.

We uphold a zero-tolerance stance on discrimination of any kind. Our commitment ensures that no one is discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our EEO principles are embedded in every facet of the employment process—from recruitment and hiring to promotions, transfers, training, and career development. We also apply this commitment to maintaining an inclusive work environment, equitable compensation and benefits, fair performance evaluations, and respectful terminations. At DarkStar Intelligence, diversity and inclusion are more than policies; they are essential to who we are and how we operate.

EEO Flyer: shorturl.at/abpNX

Employee Benefits

At DarkStar Intelligence LLC, we believe investing in our employees means providing a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their personal and professional well-being. We offer a variety of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our team:

Core Benefits:

Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to ensure you and your family access essential care.

Income Protection: Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability to give you peace of mind.

Retirement Planning: A 401(k) plan to help you build a secure financial future.

Work-Life Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Legal Services for added support whenever needed.

Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, 11 paid Federal Holidays, plus a Floating Holiday to celebrate what matters most to you.

Voluntary Benefits:

Identity & Legal Protection: LegalShield and IDShield protect your identity and provide access to legal resources.

Additional Coverage: Whole Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, and Critical Care Insurance for extra protection and peace of mind.

At DarkStar Intelligence, we are committed to providing benefits that empower you to thrive inside and outside the workplace. We value your contributions and strive to ensure you feel supported every step of the way.

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