National Security and Defense Missions

Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD): Professional Positions Supporting National Security and Defense Missions Across the CBRNE Threat Spectrum

We are hiring for positions in the Washington D.C. metro area and other U.S. based locations. 

Protecting our Nation’s security is a never-ending job, but one that requires the best and brightest minds our country has to offer. If you want to be a part of an elite team of scientists, engineers, doctors, analysts and other professionals who tackle the most challenging and complex threats facing the defense and national security communities, you want to work for Noblis. Our Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNE) focused team is steeped in defense and intelligence mission knowledge and awareness, and we are seeking talented professionals to join us in delivering new mission-critical solutions.

About the Work

We are seeking talented and motivated professionals eager to apply current and emerging technologies to CBRNE programs for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). As part of our Defense Mission Area team, you will work with intelligent, innovative, passionate and motivated people in a challenging and collaborative environment to deliver solutions that will impact critical defense programs. Join us today by applying for one of the positions below.

Seeking professionals with experience in:

  • Nuclear engineering
  • Chemical engineering
  • Biology
  • Explosive ordnance
  • CBRNe sensors
  • Modeling and simulation
  • WMD intelligence
  • CBRNe operations
  • Artificial intelligence and machine learning
  • Program management
  • Exercise and training development

We have opportunities, listed below, in the NCR as well as remote positions and are looking for individuals who are interested in traveling to all corners of the world to work with our nation’s defense partners in furtherance of CWMD objectives and capabilities.

“At Noblis, we know the importance in taking care of our employees and making sure they know they are valued. They are the reason we succeed in our goal to always deliver the best to our clients. We are proud of the fact that we have won – and continue to win – numerous workplace awards and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation. We hire top talent and are committed to continued professional growth and development. When you join Noblis, you will do work that truly matters.”

Glenn Hickok, Vice President of Noblis’ Defense Mission Area

OPEN POSITIONS

Project Analyst
A&AS Project Analyst – Management Analyst, Journeyman This position will function as the Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) Project Analyst for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Cooperative Threat Reduction (CTR) Program CTR builds foreign partner capacity to prevent, detect, deter and interdict the illicit trafficking of weapons of mass...
Location: Lorton - VA
Updated: 02/20/2025
Company: Noblis ESI
Summer 2025 Graduate Intern - DTRA
Noblis is looking for graduate interns for our 2025 Summer Internship Program!Our 2025 Program will be held in a hybrid work environment; participants must be in the local area to travel to an in-person facility for certain projects, meetings, and collaborative assignments. Noblis is offering internship opportunities in our Department of Defense’s...
Location: Lorton - VA
Updated: 02/19/2025
Company: Noblis
Senior Science Subject Matter Expert - Explosives Detection R&D
At Noblis and Noblis ESI, we have excellent teams of smart, collaborative, proactive experts and professionals. We are actively seeking to identify personnel to join our team of talented professionals who possess the experience, vision, commitment, and integrity to successfully support the strategic goals of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)...
Location: Washington - DC
Updated: 02/18/2025
Company: Noblis ESI
CWMD Junior Management Analyst
Mission:  The Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) Office works to prevent attacks against the United States from Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) through timely, responsive support to operational partners.  CWMD leads DHS efforts and coordinates with domestic and international partners to safeguard the...
Location: Washington - DC
Updated: 02/20/2025
Company: Noblis ESI
Project Analyst - International
Noblis is positioned to provide technology and operational solutions to senior decision makers in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in the Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate. The DHS S&T Directorate is the primary research and development arm of DHS and manages science and technology research, from development through transition, for the...
Location: Washington - DC
Updated: 02/18/2025
Company: Noblis ESI
Project Analyst
A&AS Project Analyst – Management Analyst, Journeyman This position will function as the Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) Project Analyst for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Cooperative Threat Reduction (CTR) Program CTR builds foreign partner capacity to prevent, detect, deter and interdict the illicit trafficking of weapons of mass...
Location: Lorton - VA
Updated: 02/13/2025
Company: Noblis ESI
Training Specialist
This position serves as Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) Training Specialist for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), Cooperative Threat Directorate (CT), Mission Integration Department (CT-MI). The DoD Cooperative Threat Reduction (CTR) Program’s mission is to (1) prevent the proliferation or use of WMD by working with partner nations to...
Location: Lorton - VA
Updated: 02/19/2025
Company: Noblis ESI
Data Science Support Lead
This position serves as the Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) Data Science Support Lead for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), Cooperative Threat Directorate (CT), Mission Integration Department (CT-MI). The DoD Cooperative Threat Reduction (CTR) Program’s mission is to (1) prevent the proliferation or use of WMD by working with partner...
Location: Lorton - VA
Updated: 02/19/2025
Company: Noblis ESI
International Subject Matter Expert/Deputy Task Order Manager
This opportunity involves serving as both an International Subject Matter Expert and Deputy Task Order Manager on a federal contract (i.e., collaborating to manage facets of the task order and coach/guide of the 8-10 member Noblis team). The International Subject Matter Expert/Deputy Task Order Manager will provide strategic, analytical, and program...
Location: Washington - DC
Updated: 02/18/2025
Company: Noblis ESI
Senior Program Coordinator - Directors Action Group
This position serves as the Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) DAG Action Officer for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Cooperative Threat Reduction (CTR) Directorate. CTR supports U.S. national security by preventing the acquisition, proliferation, and use of WMD, related materials, technologies, and expertise.  The cooperative nature of...
Location: Ft Belvoir - VA
Updated: 02/19/2025
Company: Noblis ESI
Strategic Communications Associate
Noblis is positioned to provide technology and operational solutions to senior decision makers in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in the Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate. The DHS S&T Directorate is the primary research and development arm of DHS and manages science and technology research, from development through transition, for the...
Location: Washington - DC
Updated: 02/07/2025
Company: Noblis ESI
Data Management Specialist
This position serves as the Data and AI Strategy Specialist for the Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Chief Data Officer (CDO) within the DTRA Office of the Chief Data and AI Officer (OCDAO).  DTRA is a data-centric organization that empowers the DoD, U.S. Government, and international partners with...
Location: Lorton - VA
Updated: 02/19/2025
Company: Noblis ESI
Cost Estimator
This position serves as the Cost Estimation Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) Cost Estimator for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), Cooperative Threat Reduction (CTR), Program Integration Department (CT-PI).  CTR supports U.S. national security by preventing the acquisition, proliferation, and use of WMD, related materials, technologies,...
Location: Lorton - VA
Updated: 02/19/2025
Company: Noblis ESI
Quantum Sensing SME
At Noblis and Noblis ESI, we have excellent teams of smart, collaborative, proactive experts and professionals. We are actively seeking to identify personnel to join our team of talented professionals who possess the experience, vision, commitment, and integrity to successfully support the strategic goals of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)...
Location: Washington - DC
Updated: 02/14/2025
Company: Noblis ESI
Senior Scientist Chemist
The Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) office is a support component within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The CWMD office was established by the “Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Act of 2018” and combines the former Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO) and a majority of the Office of Health Affairs (OHA). The office...
Location: Washington - DC
Updated: 01/29/2025
Company: Noblis ESI
Intelligence Tech Editor
The Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) office is a support component within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The CWMD office was established by the “Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Act of 2018” and combines the former Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO) and a majority of the Office of Health Affairs (OHA). The office...
Location: Washington - DC
Updated: 01/29/2025
Company: Noblis ESI
R&D Financial Analyst
 At Noblis and Noblis ESI, we have excellent teams of smart, collaborative, proactive experts and professionals. We are actively seeking to identify personnel to join our team of talented professionals who possess the experience, vision, commitment, and integrity to successfully support the strategic goals of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)...
Location: Washington - DC
Updated: 02/07/2025
Company: Noblis ESI
Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) Analyst (All-Level)
The successful candidate will provide subject matter EMP and nuclear weapons expertise in Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) threat and traditional force analysis. The candidate will assess and analyze the impact of EMP on equipment, systems, and infrastructure, EMP policy and plans. The candidate may also develop or contribute to EMP Research &...
Location: Las Cruces - NM
Updated: 02/19/2025
Company: Noblis
Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) Analyst (All-Level)
The successful candidate will provide subject matter EMP and nuclear weapons expertise in Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) threat and traditional force analysis. The candidate will assess and analyze the impact of EMP on equipment, systems, and infrastructure, EMP policy and plans. The candidate may also develop or contribute to EMP Research &...
Location: Oklahoma City - OK
Updated: 02/19/2025
Company: Noblis
COUNTERING CBRNE THREATS TO NATIONAL SECURITY

Delivering best-in-class capabilities to ensure the nation’s safety and security

Our nation’s homeland security, defense and intelligence leaders face increasingly sophisticated adversaries with deadly chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive (CBRNE) weapons. At Noblis, we know that developing leading-edge capabilities to detect, attribute, deter, respond to and prevent terrorist attacks is key to the security of our nation’s future. Learn More >

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The threats to our security are dynamic and complex. Those who protect our nation must remain on the cutting-edge of technology to ensure efficient and secure defense operations. Noblis is a mission-driven, trusted source doing impactful work that generates significant technical improvements for our clients. Learn More >

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Working here is more than just a job, it’s a career. You’ll work with some of the brightest, most collaborative and mission-driven individuals who perform work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis offers stability, security, work life balance and competitive benefits.

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