Deputy Regional Advisor

Morgan 6 is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and SBA-certified HUBZone company headquartered in Charleston, SC. We deliver expert talent with high-demand, low-density skill sets to support critical U.S. Government missions in areas such as special operations, intelligence, cybersecurity, agile development, and IT support. Most importantly, we are — and we support — Warriors First.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Deputy Regional Advisor to join our team. In this role, the Deputy Regional Advisor is required to be experienced with Irregular Warfare SME within CENTCOM and SOUTHCOM regions to support a government contract with the Defense Security and Cooperation Agency (DSCA) and the new Irregular Warfare Center (IWC). As Deputy Regional Advisor, build strong bilateral and multilateral relationships between the United States IA, allies, and partners, including academia and industry from around the world, focusing on IW threats and mitigation strategies. Meet the knowledge needs of U.S. and international national security professionals by providing a forum for rigorous examination of the challenges that shape the security environment. Develop and provide a focal point where decision-makers can gather to exchange ideas and explore tools for cooperative problem solving. Seek out and promote allied and partner nation IW best practices with primary focus on engagements through our global network of subject matter experts and practitioners. 

Key Responsibilities  

• Develop IWC regional strategies.
• Coordinate across the Department and Interagency.
• Coordinate with IWC Network Integrator to develop FAN participation in the region.
• Coordinate across the IWC as necessary to support region METs/events.
• Provide current IW regional affairs updates. 
• Develop regional proposals for IW Education & Training.
• Identify regional research requirements (CoE).
• Produce regional Insights, Journal articles, reports, SM posts.
• Identify & report on regional IW Lessons Learned.
• Coordinate regional key leader engagements (KLE).
• Advise IWC on regional IW activities, events etc.
• Map and build the IW community of interest of the DOD, the USG, international partners, industry, and academia, to support IWC educational engagement.
• Manage, prioritize, and develop relevant content for publication on a quarterly basis for IWC and conduct outreach with Partners, Allies and Civilian institutions to amplify IWC’s mission and vision.  
• Gain, maintain, and grow the IWC community of interest and network to increase efficiencies and fusion on all aspects of the IW problem and solution set.
• Work closely with the other chairs to ensure IWC efforts are synchronized and mutually supportive.  
• Recommend and prioritize expeditionary engagement team employment to service partner outreach and education, identifying opportunities and risk for the IWC Director.
• Lead, coordinate, and execute IWC engagements with the IW community of interest on a semiannual basis and continue to grow the community.  
• Perform other duties, as assigned. 

• Ten (10) years of senior level experience teaching in the field of irregular warfare.
• Preferred, fifteen (15) years’ experience in IW at senior level positions.
• Must be able to obtain Top Secret security clearance.
• Advanced understanding of the policy process of Washington, D.C. diplomatic and military organizations and cultures, and the ability to interact with senior foreign representatives.
• SME in CENTCOM AOR with good knowledge of SOUTHCOM AOR
• Well published within the irregular warfare field

Education & Eligibility

• PhD in the related field of Irregular Warfare, such as national security or international relations.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Dual Citizen
• Must be able to obtain Top Secret Clearance

Work Location

• This is a remote position with occasional travel required.
• Candidates must reside within 50 miles of MacDill AFB
• Must be able to travel as needed and work occasional evenings and weekends. 

Why Should You Apply?

• Engaging Work with Special Operations and executive level government professionals
• Plankholder in an international academic center focused on current and relevant support to international crisis
• Special Operation’s Team environment and culture

Equal Opportunity Employer

Morgan 6 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation varies based on factors such as location, experience, and skill set. For positions based in California, Colorado, D.C., Maryland, New York, or Washington, the salary range is $150,000 – $170,000 (if annualized).

Our comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance (medical, dental, vision), voluntary short and long-term disability, voluntary additional life, Sect. 125 dependent care, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid time off (PTO), and professional development opportunities.