Senior Supply Chain Risk Management

Draper

. Lead vulnerability identification activities through advanced analysis of systems, programs, and architectures across defense program supply chains .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $95,000 - $245,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) within defense programs, focusing on cybersecurity risks, compliance standards, and quality integration. Proven ability to lead assessments, document findings, and present complex risk analyses to stakeholders.

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Supply Chain Risk ManagementCybersecurity Supply Chain RisksNIST 800-161 Rev. 1DFARS ComplianceQuality Standards ISO 9001:2015

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Hard Skills

Risk AssessmentProcess IntegrationDocumentation DraftingData AnalysisMitigation Strategy Development

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTime ManagementAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Defense Industrial BaseFederal OrganizationsISO 28000ICD-73 SeriesSCRM NIST 800-53

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead vulnerability identification activities through advanced analysis of systems, programs, and architectures across defense program supply chains
Conduct independent assessments and validations of supplier security practices
Document findings and provide expert recommendations to leadership and customers
Compile, synthesize, and present complex risk assessments to internal stakeholders, executive leadership, and external customers
Monitor and document major changes affecting supply chain risk, quality, resilience, and compliance
Escalate and mitigate risks proactively
Evaluate enterprise and supplier-level risks within Draper’s SCRM programs
Identify systemic issues and recommend improvements to strengthen program maturity
Enhance the existing SCRM framework using stakeholder feedback, industry best practices, and emerging regulatory requirements
Lead implementation of approved SCRM framework updates
Perform quality checks of supplier reviews and investigate discrepancies
Deliver corrective action guidance
Collaborate with engineering, product development, operations, and security teams
Analyze multi-source data to identify trends in supplier quality, product defects, and recurring vulnerabilities
Develop mitigation strategies to prevent future occurrences
Perform additional responsibilities supporting evolving organizational needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent combination of formal education
Minimum of eight (8) years of general experience and six (6) years of experience in the Functional Responsibility area
A Masters Degree may be substituted for four (4) years of general work experience
Experience with implementing supply chain risk management activities in the DoD or other Federal Organizations
Deep familiarity with cybersecurity supply chain risks and the broader defense industrial base
Strong working knowledge of NIST 800-161 Rev. 1, ISO 28000, ICD-73 series, and SCRM NIST 800-53 control family
Experience drafting documentation to support compliance and process
Expert understanding of DFARS, FAR, TAA, NDAA 889, 1260H, nearshore/offshore guidance, country of origin risks, and critical supply chain considerations
Familiarity with Quality Standards ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100
Ability to integrate quality principles into supply chain risk processes
Advanced skills in process integration, building workflows, identifying gaps, and developing improvements
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Outstanding written and oral communication skills, including formal assessments, reports, and presentations
Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
Secret Clearance required
U.S. citizenship required; no dual citizenship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Workplace flexibility
Employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga
Health and finance workshops
Off-site social events
Discounts to local museums and cultural activities