Joint Training & Doctrine Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Location: Arlington VA (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Security Requirement: Active Secret

Position Overview
Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking an experienced Joint Training & Doctrine Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support a proposal effort for the National Guard Bureau (NGB) Technical and Staff Support Services (TSSS) program.

The successful candidate will provide expertise in Joint military operations, doctrine, training, and curriculum development in support of National Guard Joint Education, Staff Training, and Leadership Development initiatives.

This position requires a strong understanding of Joint doctrine, National Guard operations, Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA), and Department of Defense (DoD) training requirements. The SME will collaborate with Government stakeholders, instructional designers, and military subject matter experts to develop and improve training programs supporting operational readiness.

Key Responsibilities

Provide subject matter expertise in Joint military doctrine, National Guard operations, and Joint training requirements.
Support the development, review, and improvement of Joint education and military training curricula.
Analyze DoD strategic guidance, military regulations, operational requirements, and Joint doctrine to identify training needs.
Translate mission competencies and operational requirements into Terminal Learning Objectives (TLOs) and Enabling Learning Objectives (ELOs).
Develop Joint training scenarios, practical exercises, instructional materials, and supporting course documentation.
Apply the ADDIE instructional design model to support curriculum development and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with Government course owners, instructors, and instructional designers to ensure training content reflects current operational requirements.
Support training programs addressing Domestic Operations (DOMOPS), Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA), Homeland Defense, and Joint planning processes.
Participate in curriculum reviews, training assessments, working groups, and After-Action Reviews (AARs).
Support Level I and Level II training evaluations and recommend improvements to instructional effectiveness.
Coordinate with National Guard Bureau, Joint Staff, Joint Force Headquarters-State (JFHQ-State), and other DoD stakeholders.
Ensure instructional content aligns with applicable Joint doctrine, National Guard Bureau policies, and DoD training standards.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 8 years of progressively responsible experience in Joint or National Guard operations, Joint Staff planning, military education, training development, or operational training support.
Demonstrated knowledge of Joint military doctrine and National Guard Bureau policies.
Knowledge of Domestic Operations (DOMOPS), Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA), and Homeland Defense.
Understanding of Joint planning processes and Title 10/Title 32 military command relationships.
Experience supporting the National Guard Bureau, Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, JFHQ-State, or comparable DoD organizations.
Ability to analyze strategic guidance, military regulations, and operational requirements.
Experience developing Joint training scenarios, instructional materials, and practical exercises.
Ability to develop Terminal Learning Objectives (TLOs) and Enabling Learning Objectives (ELOs).
Experience supporting ADDIE-based curriculum development, course reviews, and Level I/II training evaluations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, Teams, and Government-designated training management systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate with military and civilian stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience supporting National Guard Bureau Joint Staff training or education programs.
Experience developing curriculum related to Joint operations, Domestic Operations, or Homeland Defense.
Familiarity with DoD Joint training standards, including CJCSM 3500.03.
Experience supporting Joint Strategic Leadership Development initiatives.
Military Joint Staff or National Guard operational planning experience.

Security Requirements

Active Secret

Work Location and Travel
The primary duty location is the LTG Herbert R. Temple Jr. Army Readiness Center, Arlington, Virginia. Additional work may be required at Government facilities throughout the National Capital Region.
This is an on-site position. Remote work is not authorized. Government-approved, occasional telework may be permitted.
Travel may be required to support National Guard training, education, and operational readiness activities.

About Nationwide IT Services
NIS is an SBA-verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and an IT and management consulting company. Our mission is to deliver value-added services to our customers, leveraging technology, people, and industry best practices to implement innovative solutions through our trusted employees and team members.  

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer match, paid holidays, PTO (sick/vacation), commuter benefits, employee assistance program (EAP), and educational reimbursement, along with Pet Insurance.

Salary range $90,000 to $175,000 annually
The salary range is a general guideline. We consider several factors when determining base salary offers, including the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's experience, education, and skills, and current market conditions.

About the company

What Nationwide IT Services does: It provides Information Technology solutions, program management support, and subject-matter expertise for the U.S. federal government, leveraging its 8(a) SBA designation and CVE-verified SDVOSB status. How its product works: It deploys mission-specific IT and management solutions that comply with regulatory requirements, reflect the client’s mission, vision and values, align objectives with deliverables, apply industry best practices, and create measurable, sustainable change. How it differs from competitors: It combines federal-focused IT and management consulting with 8(a) certification and SDVOSB status, emphasizing tailored, mission-aligned solutions that navigate regulatory environments and deliver measurable results for government clients. What the company’s goal is: To help federal agencies achieve their missions by delivering compliant, mission-aligned IT and management solutions that produce lasting change.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chantilly, Virginia

Founded

2006

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What believers are saying

July 2026 Microsoft AI partnership messaging positions NIS for federal AI implementation.
December 2025 SHIELD selection expands access to a $151 billion DoD vehicle.
September 2025 CMMI Level 3 recognition supports larger agency bids and renewals.

What critics are saying

Federal contracting is concentrated; one SHIELD or MAS setback would hit revenue fast.
Glassdoor reviews mention distrust of the CEO and COO, risking retention and delivery.
Small August 2026 USGS orders signal dependence on winning many low-dollar recompetes.

What makes Nationwide IT Services unique

NIS won MDA SHIELD in December 2025, spanning missile-defense modernization work.
NIS holds OASIS+ awards across four categories and 22 active federal prime contracts.
NIS carries Microsoft Technology Partner, Drupal Bronze, and CMMI Level 3 credentials.

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Commuter Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement

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