Executive Director Strategy and Engagement

The Executive Director, Strategy and Engagement position is located in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), DHS Headquarters, Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate. The incumbent is responsible for developing organizational strategic guidance, advising leadership of the Planning, Programming, Budget Execution (PPBE) process, building and sustaining partnerships and coordination mechanisms with interagency, industry and international partners.

The Executive Director, Strategy and Engagement position is located in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), DHS Headquarters, Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate. The Executive Director, Strategy and Engagement is responsible for developing organizational strategic guidance and working with S&T senior leadership to inform the Planning, Programming, and Budget Execution (PPBE) process. Additionally, building and sustaining partnerships and coordination mechanisms with interagency, industry and international partners to foster cooperation through solid working relationships and strategic communications. Specific responsibilities include: Oversees S&T-wide strategy development as well as international, interagency, industry and congressional engagements to ensure alignment and advancement of the priorities of the Department and the Administration. Oversees the development of the S&T strategic planning and programming guidance to inform the S&T Planning, Programming, and Budget Execution (PPBE) process. Oversees the development of policies, strategic thrusts and priorities at the Department, interagency, international, industry and White House levels for relevance and/or impact to S&T. Represents S&T and/or DHS at interagency level in national thrusts and areas of shared responsibilities. Leads the development and management of S&T strategic partnerships with other government agencies. The Executive Director will represent S&T on interagency working groups, internal and external meetings, conferences and other forums. Works closely with S&T and DHS Components to understand homeland security enterprise operational requirements, risks and threats. Oversees and facilitates the development of cooperative technical relationships and associated activities that enhance security for both the United States and its partner nations. Presents to DHS and US government senior executives and managers concerning international Research and Development, Test and Evaluation capabilities and ongoing efforts being pursued in the region either separately or jointly with DHS. Creates and fosters strategic interagency communications regarding S&T policies and programs. Reviews the QHSR, Integrated Planning Guidance, Future Years Homeland Security Program, and other Departmental priorities to align and integrate the S&T strategy with PPBE decisions. Provides S&T with adequate policy coordination to ensure alignment and influence policies that would enable S&T to better support its customers. Advises Deputy Under Secretary and Under Secretary on recommended alignment and integration of the S&T strategy, strategic focus areas, and PPBE decisions into partnering programs. Supports S&T principals and subject matter experts in the development of an S&T Research Agenda that identifies and clarifies S&T's research priorities and specific efforts and aligns with the new direction of the Administration and Department. Leads, coordinates and prepares for strategic intergovernmental engagements; educate, update and build trusted relationships with Congressional members and staffers, targeted U.S. Government agencies, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and nationwide mayors and governors who are building smart communities through investments in research and public private partnerships, including academia, laboratory and industry domains. Advises and provides support to the DHS Secretary and the White House, Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) on matters of priority concern to the Department and nation. Ensures information flows to and from leadership. Reviews briefing materials for senior officials for meetings with representatives of other agencies. Reviews and oversees the development of position papers for the use of senior officials involved in determining policy and strategies affecting S&T's relationship with other governmental agencies.

There is no educational requirement for this position.