Anti-Tamper (AT) Subject Matter Expert – Policy & Integration (Mid-Level), TS/SCI at Blue Sky Innovators

<p><strong>Location:</strong> Pentagon(On-site)<br><strong>Clearance:</strong>&nbsp;TS required (SCI eligibility required)<br><br></p> <p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p> <p>Blue Sky Innovators is seeking a <strong>mid-level Anti-Tamper (AT) Subject Matter Expert</strong> to support the<strong>&nbsp;Anti-Tamper Executive Agent (DoD ATEA)</strong>&nbsp;within SAF/AQL.</p> <p>This role is ideal for a <strong>experienced professional with a strong policy background</strong>&nbsp;who can operate at the intersection of <strong>strategy, policy, and engineering</strong>. The successful candidate will help shape and refine Anti-Tamper policy while maintaining a working understanding of the technologies those policies govern.</p> <p>You will serve as a <strong>critical translator between the engineering and policy communities</strong>, ensuring that DoD Anti-Tamper guidance is both technically informed and operationally executable.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul data-start="1113" data-end="2046"> <li>Support the <strong>development, review, and refinement of Anti-Tamper policies, guidance, and frameworks</strong></li> <li>Translate <strong>technical Anti-Tamper concepts and system implementations</strong>&nbsp;into clear, actionable policy and strategic guidance</li> <li>Analyze current and emerging <strong>Anti-Tamper technologies</strong>&nbsp;to inform policy decisions and updates</li> <li>Provide <strong>policy recommendations</strong> to the ATEA and SAF/AQL leadership on program protection and technology safeguarding</li> <li>Coordinate with <strong>engineers, program offices, Anti-Tamper Service Leads (ATSLs), and senior stakeholders</strong>&nbsp;to ensure policy alignment with real-world implementation</li> <li>Assist in preparing <strong>briefings, decision papers, and executive-level communications</strong></li> <li>Participate in <strong>Anti-Tamper Steering Groups (ATSGs), working groups, and cross-functional forums</strong></li> <li>Support integration of <strong>policy updates with ongoing acquisition and program protection efforts</strong></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What You’ll Bring</strong></p> <ul data-start="2081" data-end="2410"> <li>Ability to <strong>bridge the gap between policy and engineering</strong>, translating complex technical ideas into strategic direction</li> <li>Strong understanding of how<strong>&nbsp;policy is developed, staffed, and implemented at the Pentagon level</strong></li> <li>Intellectual curiosity and willingness to <strong>learn and grow within the Anti-Tamper domain</strong></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Basic Qualifications</strong></p> <ul data-start="2448" data-end="2843"> <li>Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred)</li> <li><strong>Active TS clearance (SCI eligibility required)</strong></li> <li>Experience as a <strong>&nbsp;staff officer or equivalent headquarters-level role</strong></li> <li>Strong background in <strong>policy development, staffing, and coordination within the DoW</strong></li> <li>Familiarity with <strong>DoW acquisition and program protection processes</strong></li> <li><strong>Ability to work 100% on-site at the Pentagon</strong></li> <li><strong>Understanding of new USAF Acquisition Reform and Exportability with regard to Anti-Tamper.&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p> <ul data-start="2885" data-end="3340"> <li>Prior experience with <strong>Anti-Tamper, Program Protection, Export Controls, or Critical Program Information (CPI)</strong></li> <li>Exposure to <strong>advanced defense systems or systems engineering concepts</strong></li> <li>Experience supporting <strong>SAF/AQL or similar Air Force acquisition organizations</strong></li> <li>Proven ability to engage with <strong>senior leaders and cross-functional teams</strong></li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially in <strong>executive-level messaging</strong></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Why This Role Matters</strong></p> <p>As Anti-Tamper challenges grow more complex, the DoW needs professionals who can <strong>connect policy to reality</strong>. Your work will ensure that Anti-Tamper guidance is not only strategically sound, but also grounded in the <strong>technologies and threats shaping today’s battlespace</strong>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Why Blue Sky Innovators?</strong></p> <p>At Blue Sky, you’ll operate at the <strong>highest levels</strong>, helping shape policy that protects the nation’s most critical technologies—while working alongside a team of experienced professionals committed to mission impact.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><em>Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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