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Job Description
Behavioral Scientist/Social Scientist
Seeking an experienced Behavioral Scientist for our insider threat operational requirements on a mission-focused program within a challenging, dynamic setting located in downtown Washington DC. The successful candidate will conduct behavioral research and assessments to inform the development of insider threat and security policies within a government agency. Tasks include conducting interviews, pilot studies, surveys, case studies, and program evaluations; developing metrics; analyzing data; and managing research projects.
Responsibilities
- Provide psychological services, participate in meetings and briefings for mission-related initiatives.
- Prepare and conduct behavioral assessments.
- Identify key personality traits, sources of influence, strengths, and vulnerabilities of sources.
- Manage and test sources, integrating background and personality knowledge into assessments.
- Make recommendations in challenging or emergency situations to support decision-making.
- Assess a source’s integrity and competence based on behavior.
Requirements
- Must maintain a security clearance.
- Ability to work independently, develop project timelines, and lead meetings and briefings.
- Experience with the Intelligence Community.
- Knowledge of applied behavior analysis.
- Experience with case files and vetting tools.
- Experience working with sources and assessing psychological strengths and vulnerabilities.
- Ability to provide psychological assessments based on human factors.
- Strong writing and briefing skills.
- Ability to collaborate with multiple IC agencies.
- Master’s or Doctoral Degree in behavioral psychology or social sciences with 10-13 years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of counterintelligence, personnel security, or insider threats.
- PhD in Psychology, Social Science, or Behavioral Science.
Company Description
PKH Enterprises (PKH) is a small, woman-owned professional services firm dedicated to addressing complex policy and technology issues. Our team combines legal, policy, technical expertise, and project management skills to deliver innovative solutions. We are committed to excellence and successful project execution.
Note: PKH does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies and is not responsible for associated fees.
Additional Details
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Research, Analysis, IT
- Industry: Government Administration
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