Operational Psychologist

We harness the power of innovation so that you can change the world and help our customers solve their most complex challenges

Virginia
R159523
Technical Specialties
Top Secret SCI
Additional posting locations:
US - HI, Honolulu
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When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons.  Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

Job Description:
Clearance Needed: TS/SCI

Are you ready to leverage your expertise in psychology and behavioral science to develop innovative solutions to some of the United States’ most complex national security challenges? Imagine yourself conducting research, providing analysis, and delivering technical products to give the US government and its partners an advantage over near-peer competitors. Parsons is a hiring an operational psychologist to work closely with our client in Honolulu, HI. Candidates can be located work at Ft. Belvoir VA or Ft Shafter Honolulu Hawaii.

Part-time or Full-time opportunity.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Use psychology subject matter expertise to conduct in-depth behavioral analysis through an array of social science tools
  • Employ a range of techniques to answer customer requests for information (RFIs) through the lens of behavioral sciences
  • Conduct advance target research and development from complex datasets to enhance the customer’s mission; inform targeting cycles and operational requirements
  • Support development of new initiatives with respect to collection and analysis, including but not limited to information operations campaigns, data science, and empirically-based person tradecraft and training
  • Leverage other data sources, including traditional intelligence sources, to enhance behavioral analysis
  • Ability to conduct CONUS travel, as required by mission partner (approx. 5%)

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

  • 6+ years’ relevant experience with a Master’s or 10+ years’ relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred)
  • Prior experience applying psychological constructs and methodologies to DoD / USG mission requirements
  • Knowledge of behavioral and personality assessments
  • Demonstrated critical thinking and writing skills, including the ability to respond to quick-turn RFIs with limited editorial support
  • Experience with the development and execution of projects related to operations or in influence psychology
  • Familiarity with the intelligence community and prior experience working in multi-disciplinary teams
  • Experience with performing individual and group target analysis as well as digital attributes to identify unique patterns
  • Valid US Passport
  • Active DoD TS clearance with SCI eligibility required 

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

  • Knowledge of Information Operations and the integration of information-related capabilities. (PSYOPS, MILDEC, e.g.).
  • Prior experience working in cross-functional teams across multiple locations
  • Prior experience supporting hard target activities
  • Prior experience in INDOPACOM
  • Support to Special Operations Forces, INDOPACOM HQ and/or its service components
  • Knowledge of political, military, economic, academic, transnational criminal, information / media, and cultural aspects of malign influence
  • Familiarity with Eastern cultural norms and behaviors
  • Demonstrated communications skills, including the ability to brief leadership up to and including the SES/GO-FO levels

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Top Secret SCI

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: 

$140,700.00 - $253,300.00

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!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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