Regional Assessment Program Evaluator Task Lead
Threat Tec, LLC, a rapidly growing Veteran-Owned Business, is the leader of Operational Environment (OE) replication and Threat Emulation/Wargaming solutions. Threat Tec brings innovative thinking and extensive experience to complex challenges for public and private sector customers. We work alongside our nation's defenders, developing solutions that drive success and protect our future. Join a team that is embodied by an unwavering commitment to professionalism, honesty, and innovation.
We are seeking a Trans-Regional Assessment Program Evaluator Task Lead to support the USSOCOM J39 program, focused on evaluating the effectiveness of Operations in the Information Environment (OIE) and Psychological Operations (PSYOP) across global theaters.
This is a mission-integrated leadership role at the intersection of social science, data analytics, and SOF operations. You will lead assessment efforts that transform complex data into operationally relevant insights, enabling commanders and decision-makers to evaluate and refine influence activities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage a team conducting trans-regional OIE and PSYOP assessments
Design and implement program evaluation methodologies to assess messaging and influence effectiveness
Collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data across multiple theaters
Develop data-driven insights to support operational and command-level decision-making
Apply statistical and econometric techniques to evaluate intervention outcomes
Integrate AI/ML and NLP tools (e.g., sentiment analysis, entity extraction, categorization) to enhance analysis
Collaborate with:
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Global operational units
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TSOCs
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USSOCOM J39 staff elements
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Ensure all outputs meet quality, analytical rigor, and mission relevance standards
Required Qualifications
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Minimum of 3 years (within the last 7 years) in a program evaluation role assessing impact of interventions
Desired Qualifications
Experience supporting:
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PSYOP
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Information Operations (IO)
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OIE missions (USSOCOM or TSOC experience preferred)
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Experience (3+ years) assessing communication or messaging interventions related to behavior and attitude change
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Proficiency with statistical tools such as:
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R
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Python
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SPSS
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SAS
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Experience applying:
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Regression analysis
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Descriptive and inferential statistics
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Complex data interpretation
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Experience (2+ years) with field research and quasi-experimental methods, including:
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Difference-in-differences analysis
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Applied econometrics
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Experience (1+ year) using AI/ML tools, particularly NLP (e.g., sentiment analysis, entity recognition, categorization)
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Ideal Candidate Profile
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Social scientists with operational experience, such as:
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Behavioral scientists
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Data scientists supporting IO/PSYOP
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ORSA analysts with influence or assessment backgrounds
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Experience supporting:
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USSOCOM J39
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TSOC IO / PSYOP elements
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Information warfare or influence assessment teams
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Master’s or PhD in:
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Economics
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Behavioral Science
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Political Science
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Data Science / Analytics
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With demonstrated application in DoD or SOF environments
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Academic + operational hybrid profiles:
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AND/OR
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Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time.
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