Defense Energy & Infrastructure Authorities Specialist (Title 10) - Contingent

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Converge Strategies

Defense Energy & Infrastructure Authorities Specialist (Title 10) - Contingent

Baltimore, MD
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Defense Energy & Infrastructure Authorities Specialist (Title 10) - Contingent

    Please note that this position is contingent upon the award of a government contract currently under pursuit. Any candidates selected through this process will be notified promptly upon award and extended a formal offer at that time.

    Company Summary

    Converge Strategies provides consulting services focused on the intersection of energy resilience and national security. Our mission is to connect and align the people and organizations required to strengthen the resilience of our communities and infrastructure. CSL supports Department of Defense clients in advancing energy resilience, infrastructure security, and climate-informed mission assurance strategies. This is an on-site position at the Pentagon in Washington D.C. Candidates must be located in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia (DMV) area. CSL is focused on the following opportunities:

    • Rapidly deploying clean energy technologies such as solar energy, wind energy, and battery storage to support critical infrastructure.
    • Scaling-up Department of Defense energy and climate resilience strategies for domestic and global missions.
    • Supporting energy and climate partnerships between companies, governments, and the national security enterprise.
    • Engaging and building new and diverse stakeholder groups to take action on the energy transformation

    Position Summary

    The Defense Energy & Infrastructure Authorities Specialist (Title 10) will provide expert support on the application, interpretation, and execution of statutory authorities relevant to the U.S. Department of the Navy (DON) energy, infrastructure, and resilience programs. This role will focus on enabling effective use of Title 10 authorities to advance installation energy projects, partnerships, and mission-critical infrastructure initiatives.

    The Specialist will work closely with ASN (EI&E), legal counsel, program offices, and external stakeholders to ensure authorities are leveraged appropriately to support innovative project delivery and mission outcomes. This position is embedded at the Pentagon and provides regular interaction with senior DON leadership and key decision-makers. This role is well-suited for a mid-career professional who is analytically rigorous and comfortable navigating ambiguity, with the ability to translate complex statutory authorities into practical program strategies.

    Responsibilities

    Authorities & Policy Application

    • Provide expertise on the application of Title 10 U.S.C. authorities to support energy, infrastructure, and resilience initiatives.
    • Identify and recommend appropriate authorities to enable project execution, partnerships, and innovative delivery mechanisms.
    • Support development of guidance and frameworks for the use of authorities, including public-private partnerships and alternative financing approaches.
    • Analyze legislative changes and assess their implications for DON programs and authorities.
    • Enable the use of innovative authorities and partnerships to accelerate delivery of mission-critical energy and infrastructure projects.

    Program Execution Support

    • Support the development of acquisition and execution strategies leveraging Title 10 authorities.
    • Collaborate with legal, contracting, and program teams to ensure compliant and effective implementation of authorities.
    • Assist in structuring and advancing energy and infrastructure projects from concept through execution.
    • Track and report on the use of authorities across programs, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.

    Stakeholder Coordination & Deliverables

    • Coordinate with Service-level, DoD, and external partners to align on authority-related strategies and project execution.
    • Prepare briefings, decision memos, and supporting materials for senior leadership.
    • Conduct research on best practices in leveraging federal authorities for energy and infrastructure projects.
    • Translate complex statutory and acquisition concepts into clear, actionable guidance for stakeholders.

    Qualifications

    • 5+ years of experience in federal programs, statutory authorities, contracting, or policy implementation.
    • Demonstrated knowledge of Title 10 U.S.C. authorities and their application within DoD.
    • Experience supporting DoD, DON, or federal energy/infrastructure programs preferred.
    • Familiarity with federal acquisition processes and alternative financing mechanisms (e.g., ESPCs, UESCs).
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Ability to coordinate across diverse stakeholder groups.
    • Demonstrated ability to take ownership of workstreams and move efforts forward in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.
    • Strong collaborative instincts and comfort working within small, high-performing teams.
    • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or relevant certifications preferred.
    • Active security clearance required.

    Commitment to Diversity

    Converge Strategies, LLC, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against due to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital status, veteran status, medical condition including pregnancy, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal law.

    Compensation

    Converge Strategies, LLC, offers a competitive salary, vacation, and benefits package, including health insurance and retirement benefits. This is a full-time, salaried position commensurate with relevant work experience and education. The annual salary range is $90,000-$115,000, and employees are eligible for an annual bonus.