Job Description
Job Description
Harkcon is hiring a Risk Registry Analyst to lead the analytical assessment and strategic management of risks across the Coast Guard’s Search and Rescue Satellite Aided Tracking (SARSAT) interagency program. This position plays a critical role within the SARSAT Program Management Office (PMO), applying structured risk methodologies to identify, evaluate, and quantify risks, including the SARSAT Program’s security and IT infrastructure. This role requires a systems-thinking approach, analytical insight, and the ability to translate complex interdependencies into clear, risk-informed decision support for senior leadership.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and update a dynamic, data-driven SARSAT Risk Registry aligned with interagency priorities.
- Gather and document risk information, specifically related to SARSAT security and IT infrastructure, from NOAA, NASA, USAF, USCG, and other stakeholders.
- Analyze risk impacts, probability of occurrence, and develop mitigation strategies.
- Prepare cost-benefit analyses for risk mitigation options.
- Support development of program risk briefings and reports for PMO leadership.
- Integrate risk management data into program plans and schedules to track evolving technical, operational, and security risks across the program.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Security Management, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience supporting risk management in federal or technical programs.
- Familiarity with risk management frameworks and tools.
- Strong analytical and technical writing skills.
- Ability to work in a multi-agency, fast-paced environment.
- Active SECRET clearance (desired); eligible for SECRET clearance (required).
- This contract requires all workers to be U.S. Citizens.
Work Conditions
- FT / 40 hours per week.
- This is a hybrid position with the requirement for the worker to be in the DC area as there will be occasional meetings in DC; Greenbelt, MD; and Suitland, MD.
- The majority of daily work will be performed via telework.
- Some domestic and international travel can be expected.
Harkcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.