Knowesis Inc.

Develop and execute communication strategies, manage media and stakeholder outreach, support dissemination of research findings, and represent the organization at events. | Master’s degree, 2-5 years communications experience, strong writing and presentation skills, U.S. citizenship, and ability to manage multi-platform communications. | Position: Program Manager Level 3 (Communication Specialist) Location: East Orange, NJ (AHBPCE – Airborne Hazards and Burn Pits Center of Excellence) Work Environment: Primarily remote, with possible on-site work at NJ WRIISC/AHBPCE as needed Status: Contingent Upon Contract Award Knowesis is currently seeking a Program Manager Level 3 (Communication Specialist) to support the VHA Airborne Hazards and Burn Pits Center of Excellence (AHBPCE). This position is responsible for developing and managing internal and external communications, directing outreach efforts, and ensuring consistent messaging that advances the AHBPCE’s mission of improving care for Veterans affected by airborne hazard and burn pit exposures. The Communication Specialist will lead outreach campaigns, manage media and stakeholder communications, and support the dissemination of research findings. This role requires exceptional communication skills, strategic planning ability, and experience managing multi-channel communications in a healthcare or research environment. To be eligible for this position, candidates must possess U.S. Citizenship without the need for sponsorship, both now and in the future. Applicants without proof of U.S. Citizenship will not be considered due to the position’s security requirements. The Job Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: • Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies for the AHBPCE. • Manage media relations, social media presence, and internal/external communications. • Serve as the public-facing representative of the Center at events and outreach activities. • Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all communication platforms. • Assist in writing, compiling, and submitting outreach and educational materials. • Identify appropriate communication modalities and outreach methods. • Track and analyze communication metrics, identifying areas for improvement. • Support preparation of research findings for public release, conferences, and publications. • Translate complex research into accessible, non-technical summaries for Veterans and stakeholders. • Collaborate with researchers and program leadership to ensure scientific accuracy in communications. • Attend weekly staff and project-specific meetings at AHBPCE. • Contribute ideas, complete assigned action items, and provide communications expertise. • Maintain required VHA training, including VA Privacy, Security Awareness, and Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certification. Required Qualifications: • Master’s degree (minimum) • Two to five (2–5) years of professional experience in communications, public relations, or related field • Proven ability to develop and manage communication strategies across multiple platforms • Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills • Favorable background check Knowesis is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on merit and qualifications. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment as required by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and other applicable federal laws. Our company values all applicants and employees and fosters a work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Develop and execute communication strategies, manage media and stakeholder communications, represent the center publicly, and support dissemination of research findings. | Master's degree, 2-5 years communications experience, strong writing and presentation skills, U.S. citizenship, and favorable background check. | Position: Program Manager Level 3 (Communication Specialist) Location: East Orange, NJ (AHBPCE – Airborne Hazards and Burn Pits Center of Excellence) Work Environment: Primarily remote, with possible on-site work at NJ WRIISC/AHBPCE as needed Status: Contingent Upon Contract Award Knowesis is currently seeking a Program Manager Level 3 (Communication Specialist) to support the VHA Airborne Hazards and Burn Pits Center of Excellence (AHBPCE). This position is responsible for developing and managing internal and external communications, directing outreach efforts, and ensuring consistent messaging that advances the AHBPCE’s mission of improving care for Veterans affected by airborne hazard and burn pit exposures. The Communication Specialist will lead outreach campaigns, manage media and stakeholder communications, and support the dissemination of research findings. This role requires exceptional communication skills, strategic planning ability, and experience managing multi-channel communications in a healthcare or research environment. To be eligible for this position, candidates must possess U.S. Citizenship without the need for sponsorship, both now and in the future. Applicants without proof of U.S. Citizenship will not be considered due to the position’s security requirements. The Job Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: • Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies for the AHBPCE. • Manage media relations, social media presence, and internal/external communications. • Serve as the public-facing representative of the Center at events and outreach activities. • Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all communication platforms. • Assist in writing, compiling, and submitting outreach and educational materials. • Identify appropriate communication modalities and outreach methods. • Track and analyze communication metrics, identifying areas for improvement. • Support preparation of research findings for public release, conferences, and publications. • Translate complex research into accessible, non-technical summaries for Veterans and stakeholders. • Collaborate with researchers and program leadership to ensure scientific accuracy in communications. • Attend weekly staff and project-specific meetings at AHBPCE. • Contribute ideas, complete assigned action items, and provide communications expertise. • Maintain required VHA training, including VA Privacy, Security Awareness, and Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certification. Required Qualifications: • Master’s degree (minimum) • Two to five (2–5) years of professional experience in communications, public relations, or related field • Proven ability to develop and manage communication strategies across multiple platforms • Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills • Favorable background check Knowesis is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on merit and qualifications. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment as required by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and other applicable federal laws. Our company values all applicants and employees and fosters a work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Analyze open-source and business intelligence data to assess national security risks related to foreign investments and transactions, producing high-quality reports and recommendations. | Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of relevant analytical experience, current Secret clearance, strong writing and collaboration skills, and knowledge of national security and critical infrastructure sectors. | Position: Open-Source Intelligence Analyst Location: Primarily Remote (~90+ percent remote); Ballston, VA or Arlington, VA preferred Clearance Required: Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI Status: Funded Knowesis is currently seeking an experienced intelligence analyst, preferably with experience working on one or more of the nation’s 16 Critical Infrastructure Sectors, to support the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's (CISA) mission to evaluate, assess, and report potential risks to U.S. national security. Our role specifically is to evaluate potential risks associated with proposed foreign person acquisitions of or investments in U.S. businesses and/or their involvement in applications for FCC licenses. This position requires a Secret Clearance and U.S. Citizenship (applicants without proof of U.S. Citizenship will not be considered due to the position's security clearance requirement). Knowesis will submit the successful candidate for Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance. The Job Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: • Support multiple, concurrent analytical efforts and produce products that contribute to recommendations on cases under review and high visibility projects. • Analyze data provided by the parties to a proposed transaction or license application and available through Business Intelligence tools and open-source research to better analyze and communicate potential national security risks, concerns, and outcomes of decisions. • Provide timely status updates to leadership and the customer in a clear, concise, and polished manner. • Ensure the delivery of high-quality analytical products and solutions. Create reports, summaries, presentations, and process documents to display results. • Help identify and develop new analytical ideas, approaches, and supporting capabilities related to analyzing associated national security risks with proposed transactions or license applications. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Bachelor's Degree, Public Policy, National Security Affairs, related discipline, or associated with previously described skills and qualifications. • A minimum of 5 years of professional experience preparing written analysis using open-source information and other data or data tools, in fields related to risk assessment, intelligence, national security, supply chain management, and/or foreign investment. • Proven analytical, writing, and reporting skills for a variety of audiences including agency senior leadership. • Current Secret clearance is mandatory; eligible for Top Secret preferred (or active in the past two years). • Proven ability to work collaboratively with both government and contractor staff. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in at least one of the 16 national critical infrastructure sectors. • Working knowledge of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). • Experience with DHS or other CFIUS member agencies. • Suitability for employment with DHS. • Familiarity with foreign investment trends; associated risks to national security and supply chains by adversaries and countries of concern; and related national security policies, Executive Orders, laws, and regulations. Knowesis is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on merit and qualifications. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment as required by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and other applicable federal laws. Our company values all applicants and employees and fosters a work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.