Global Security Video Analytics Project Manager

Type of

Requisition :
Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret Public Trust/Other

Required:

None Job Family:
Data Science and Data Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Physical Security, Security Operations, Security Technologies

Certifications:

None

Experience:

9 + years of related experience US Citizenship

Required:

Yes

The Global Security Video Analytics Program Manager is responsible for planning, deploying, and optimizing advanced video surveillance and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven analytics solutions across U.S. Department of State posts worldwide. Leveraging extensive Foreign Service or DS/SEO experience and deep familiarity with overseas post operations, this role connects Washington-level strategy and policy with real-world operational needs at embassies and consulates. The position focuses on integrating video management systems, intelligent video analytics, and related sensors into coherent, mission-focused solutions that enhance situational awareness, threat detection, and incident response.

The role involves frequent travel to domestic and overseas posts, including hardship and high-threat locations, to lead assessments, oversee implementations, validate performance of video AI solutions in the field, and build strong working relationships with RSOs, SEOs, IM/IT staff, and post leadership.

• AI & Video Surveillance Program Leadership:
  Lead the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of enterprise video surveillance and AI-enabled analytics initiatives supporting diplomatic security.
• Technical Leadership in Video & AI Analytics:
  Serve as the primary subject matter expert on video surveillance architectures, camera technologies, video management systems (VMS), and AI-based video analytics (e.g., object detection, behavior/anomaly detection, facial/vehicle recognition where authorized).
• Field-Centric Implementation & Optimization:
  Work side-by-side with RSOs, SEOs, guards, and watchstanders to translate operational needs into executable processes. Validate that alerts and analytics outputs are relevant, actionable, and aligned with post-specific threat profiles.
• Operational Integration & Workflow Design:
  Design and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) that integrate AI-generated alerts into existing security operations center (SOC) / local guard force workflows.
• Data, Risk, and Compliance Management:
  Work with stakeholders to define data retention, access control, and classification policies for recorded video and analytics metadata in accordance with Department guidance.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:
  Serve as a key liaison between DS, regional bureaus, OBO, IRM, post leadership, and other stakeholders for all matters related to video and AI analytics programs.
• Training, Adoption, and Change Management:
  Develop and deliver training materials and hands-on sessions for RSOs, SEOs, operators, and guard forces on effective use of video and AI analytics systems.

• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience with technical security, surveillance systems, or related technology programs in the U.S. Department of State environment, preferably within:
  Diplomatic Security (DS), especially DS/SE or DS/SEO; and/or Foreign Service roles with direct responsibility for technical/physical security and surveillance at overseas posts.
• Significant field experience at U.S. embassies/consulates, including hands‑on work with RSOs, SEOs, and post leadership.
• Demonstrated experience designing, deploying, or managing:
  Video surveillance systems (cameras, VMS, storage, networking), U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret…