3294 Space Threats Operational SME

Required Security Clearance:
NATO SECRET

SCOPE OF WORK
The main objective of this statement of work is to seek support in development of the THOR initiative framework and related implementation through the development of playbooks and their integration in NATO plans.

The NCIA Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Space Technology Adoption and Resilience (STAR) team is looking for a service that can provide foundational documents in support of THOR, with a specific focus towards the responsibilities of the CFSpCC.

Under The Direction Of The CFSpCC/S5 Plans In Coordination With CTO-STAR, The Incumbent Will Provide The Following Deliverables Within The Scope Of The THOR Initiative

• Provide subject matter expertise on current space policy including NATO, National, International, and commercial entities.
• Integrate THOR Playbooks into NATO operations and plans.
• Playbooks are triggered by an adversary event and include three elements: a defined response option, a relevant set of instructions and considerations to execute it, ways and means to access / orchestrate the necessary effects.
• Example of playbooks include but are not limited to: Offensive actions in Space (e.g., rendezvous and proximity operations); Offensive ground and space based actions affecting Space capabilities (e.g., SATCOM and GPS jamming); Adversary's Space-enabled offensive actions (e.g., precision guided munitions).
• Playbook development and operationalization - Threat Analysis, Response options to threat analysis, Response and effect prioritization, Technology identification (within nations, adopt or buy).
• Provide space operational planning and execution expertise regarding national and commercial space capabilities.
• Support NATO Space Coordinators with planning and management of regional plans.
• Coordinate with CFSpCC/S7 and act as operational planner for space training, operations, and exercises.
• Develop local CFSpCC and NSpOC Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) based on THOR playbooks.
• Develop CFSpCC and NSpOC guidance related to THOR and Space Plans.
• Deliver reports summarizing space operational planning and execution expertise regarding national and commercial space capabilities related to THOR.
• Provide inputs to NATO Space Coordinators with planning and management of regional plans.
• Other appropriate duties as directed by the CFSpCC.

The services shall be provided in close collaboration between the Contractor and NCIA/IS as described below:

• NCIA- CTO:STAR Project lead and main stakeholder
• NATO-HQ- D2IA-Space:Main stakeholder in NATO HQ
• NATO - CFSpCC: Main stakeholder in ACO

SKILL, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
The consultancy support for this work requires the following qualifications:

• Previous experience of 2 to 4 years in planning at operational or strategic level in NATO or in a national public or private environment.
• Need to understand successful approach taken by the Alliance Persistent Surveillance from Space (APSS).
• Management skills such as Prince2 program management best practices, and the ACT "learn by doing" rapid capability development objectives.
• Ability to support the development of effects and actions that enables NATO to respond to adversary space events, both.
• Good understanding of the Alliance's political and military consultative processes, relevant to Space, and key security policy issues on its agenda.
• Experience with NATO Multinational Space Initiatives and developing political and multinational program products.
• Experience of engaging with Allied stakeholders to effectively discuss their national space capability needs.
• Experience & knowledge of Space capabilities sector and in an international environment.
• Motivated, good communication skills, team player.
• Excellent English writing and communication skills. Concise and clear.
• Valid security clearance at minimum NATO SECRET level.
• NATO and/or military experience desired.
• Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization.
• Comfortable performing in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Be proactive and show a high interest in learning and continuous improvement.
• Experience with Space implementation strategy within NATO.
• Knowledge of MS Office.

This is a deliverable-based contract.
This is a condensed version of the job description. A full, detailed job description will be provided during the application process.