Executive Management NQA-1 Software Consultant - NQA-1 Software Consultant

Job Description

ProSidian Seeks an Executive Management | NQA-1 Software Consultant - Integration Management (EX100) to support an engagement for a liquid waste contractor (Savannah River Remediation [SRMC]) at the Savannah River Site in Aiken, SC, which the U.S. Department of Energy owns.  This is a Time and Materials or Contract W-2 Position.  Executive Management | NQA-1 Software Consultants, support requirements for RFQ208262R Executive Management | NQA-1 Software Consultant Services (Integration Management Services). In special circumstances, the need may arise for the staff augmentation services of a uniquely qualified candidate(s).

Provide Software Quality Assurance and Cyber Security Consultant Services for the maintenance of Salt Waste Processing Facility (SWPF) Software Applications and Plant Control Systems for continued compliance with SWPF Quality Assurance (QA) Program and the Cyber Security Program at the Savannah River Site (SRS) under SRMC (The IMC Contractor). 

• DUTIES: Provide a variety of subject matter expertise to an assigned functional area.

TASK REQUIREMENTS

• Provide DOE Order and ASME NQA-1 consultation and technical support for the maintenance of SWPF Software Applications and Plant Control Systems, and associated life cycle documentation
• Provide DOE Order and ASME NQA-1 consultation and technical support for the SWPF Transition activities to IMC Contractor related to sf=software lifecycle processes, quality assurance, engineering, and other related areas as needed.
• Conduct semi-annual configuration audits of the SWPF BPCS Production Software in accordance with SWPF Procedures
• Conduct annual reviews of the SWPF Safety Instrumented System Software in accordance with SWPF Procedures
• Conduct compliance and implementation assessments of SWPF Activities and software applications/plant control systems as needed
• Review all cyber security plans and procedure generation/modifications for SWPF Software applications and plant control systems

DELIVERABLES - NQA-1 SOFTWARE CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR SWPF SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS

• Technical support for the operation and maintenance of SWPF software applications and plant control systems to support SWPF operations, including reviews of software modifications and
• associated lifecycle documentation.
• Technical support during and after the SWPF transition for the review and integration of SWPF processes and procedures with that of the IMC Contractor.
• Semi-annual configuration audit reports of the SWPF BPCS production installation in accordance with SWPF procedures.
• Annual surveillance reports of the SWPF SIS in accordance with SWPF procedures.
• Assessment reports of SWPF activities and SWPF software applications/plant control systems as needed.

Qualifications

WORK REQUIREMENTS

• ProSidian Consulting shall provide a service platform, professional, and administrative support for a Executive Management | NQA-1 Software Quality Assurance Consultant who can work in alignment with DOE Order 414.1D and ASME NQA-1 expertise in software quality assurance, and NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-82 expertise in cyber security to provide SQA/Cyber support for the maintenance of SWPF software applications and plant control systems for continued compliance with the SWPF QA Program and SWPF Cyber Security Program for continued safe operations of SWPF. 
• The Executive Management | NQA-1 Software Quality Assurance Consultant, shall provide support for the SWPF transition activities to the Integrated Mission Completion (IMC) Contractor, including review and integration of SWPF procedures and processes with that of the IMC Contractor related to software lifecycle activities. 
• The Executive Management | NQA-1 Software Quality Assurance Consultant, shall provide remote support, with periodic on-site assistance for SWPF Engineering and Quality Assurance activities."

PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATION(S)

• Personnel qualifications call for an Executive Management | NQA-1 Software Quality Assurance Consultant with a minimum of 20 years of experience in real-time software engineering, quality, and metrics with active participation on the ASME NQA-1 Software Quality Assurance Subcommittee
• Trained professional with certificate training and qualifications per SWPF Requirements
• Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria.  
• All employees, in the performance of their respective responsibilities, shall conduct themselves in the highest possible standards of ethical and business conduct. 
• The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

TRAVEL:  Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings, events, site visits, or other training requirements.  Travel is coordinated with the technical point of contact and approved in writing by the Contracting Officer in advance, as allowed, in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations.

LOCATION:  Work shall be conducted at or in proximity to Savannah River Site / Aiken, South Carolina

• U.S.  Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)
• All ProSidian staff must be determined eligible for a “Facility Access Authorization” (also referred to as an “Employment Authorization”) by the USG’s designated Security Office.
• Other Requirements and Conditions of Employment Apply
• May be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement
• Must be able to submit to and qualify for varying levels of background investigative requirements, up to a Top Secret or DOE ""Q"" clearance."

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Additional Information

As a condition of employment, all employees are required to fulfill all requirements of the roles for which they are employed; establish, manage, pursue, and fulfill annual goals and objectives with Documented Goals for each of the firm's Eight Prosidian Global Competencies [1 - Personal Effectiveness | 2 - Continuous Learning | 3 - Leadership | 4 - Client Service | 5 - Business Management | 6 - Business Development | 7 - Technical Expertise | 8 - Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership)]; and to support all business development and other efforts on behalf of ProSidian Consulting.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Teamwork – ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant and effectively as a team leader
• Leadership – the ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
• Business Acumen – understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
• Communication – ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
• Motivation – persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
• Agility – ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or workstreams
• Judgment – exercises prudence and insight in the decision-making process while being mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
• Organization – the ability to manage projects and actions and prioritize tasks

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Business Tools –  understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Business Tools – understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the most significant challenges across private, public, and social sectors
• Curiosity – the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together
• Humility – exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference
• Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom

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BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

ProSidian Employee Benefits and Highlights: Your good health and well-being are important to ProSidian Consulting. At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. That's why we are also pleased to offer the Employee Benefits Program, designed to promote your health and personal welfare. Our growing list of benefits currently includes the following for Full-Time Employees:

• Competitive Compensation: The pay range begins in the competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre-tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives. The Company contributes a fixed dollar amount each month towards the Plan you elect for medical and dental benefits. Contributions are deducted on a pre-tax basis.
• Group Medical Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian partners with BC/BS to offer a range of medical plans, including high-deductible health plans or PPOs. ||| Group Dental Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian dental carriers - Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife.
• Group Vision Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian offers high/low vision plans through 2 carriers: Aetna and VSP.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement for eligible employees. A range of investment options is available with a personal financial planner to assist you. The Plan is a pre-tax Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.
• Vacation and Paid Time-Off (PTO) Benefits: Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a doctor's appointment, or any number of events in your life. Currently, these benefits include Vacation/Sick days – 2 weeks/3 days | Holidays - 10 ProSidian and Government Days are given.
• Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP). These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees.
• Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans: We want you to achieve financial success. Therefore, we offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The Corporate Perks Benefit Program. This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy daily.
• Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements, there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace. A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials.
• ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: ProSidian Consulting will pay up to 5k for all referrals employed for 90 days for candidates submitted through our Referral Program.
• Performance Incentives: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements, there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support.
• Flexible Spending Account: FSAs help you pay for eligible out-of-pocket health care and dependent daycare expenses on a pre-tax basis. You determine your projected costs for the Plan Year and then elect to set aside a portion of each paycheck into your FSA.
• Supplemental Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance: If you want extra protection for yourself and your eligible dependents, you have the option to elect supplemental life insurance. D&D covers death or dismemberment from an accident only.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Disability insurance plans are designed to provide income protection while you recover from a disability.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - See Below Instructions On The Best Way To Apply

ProSidian Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants foremployment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or another eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ProSidian Consulting has pledged to the Hiring Our Heroes Program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the "I Hire Military" Initiative of The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) for the State of North Carolina. All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of Veteran Status.

Furthermore, we believe in "HONOR ABOVE ALL"  - success while doing things the right way. The pride comes out of the challenge; the reward is excellence in the work.

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