Tanker and Cable Security Program Officer

Quick Facts

• Role: Tanker and Cable Security Program Officer (MARAD)

Description

This position serves as MARAD’s primary lead for planning, organizing, and implementing the Tanker Security Program (TSP), Cable Security Fleet (CSF), and Voluntary Tanker Agreement (VTA). The officer manages program finances, prepares senior-level briefs, and advises internal and external stakeholders on sealift readiness. Duties include reviewing and drafting legislation and administering operating agreements and related program authorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and implementation of TSP, CSF, and VTA

• Manage financial administration, including funding, budgeting, and analysis and payment of monthly participant stipend invoices

• Maintain continuous liaison with high-level officials across MARAD, DOT, DoD ("Department of War"), U.S. Coast Guard, and external organizations; deliver senior-level program briefs

• Plan, prioritize, and assign work; evaluate staff performance

• Identify and arrange training and development needs

• Manage operating agreements

• Review and draft legislation and proposals/amendments affecting TSP/CSF program authority

Requirements

• Specialized experience equivalent to GS-13 (at least 1 year for Grade 14), including commercial tanker or cable ship operations or chartering

• Program management experience including budgeting and analysis

• Experience communicating with senior leaders using written products and presentations

• Supervisory experience managing a team, evaluating performance, and developing workforce

• Meet conditions of employment, including probationary period (if required), background security investigation, and drug testing

Benefits

A comprehensive U.S. government benefits package (eligibility depends on position type).