RED Team China / Southeast Asia SME

Description

This position is contingent upon successful contract proposal submission and award. Estimated to start on, or about, 01 January 2026.

Prevailance is seeking an experienced and mission-focused professional to support Headquarters (HQ) Supreme Allied Commander Transformation's (SACT) as a RED Team China / Southeast Asia Subject Matter Expert (SME).

The China SME will provide critical expertise on China, Southeast Asia, and Pacific affairs, advising NATO on strategic and operational challenges related to the region. This role involves conducting in-depth research on emerging threats, adversarial strategies, and technological advancements while coordinating with external experts to enhance NATO’s decision-making processes. The SME will support the Red Team by developing reports, briefings, and wargame evaluations, ensuring high-quality deliverables aligned with NATO standards. Additionally, the SME will act as a liaison between NATO entities, offering strategic assessments, intelligence coordination, and planning support for contingencies and exercises related to China. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a subject matter expert on China, providing analysis on Southeast Asia and Pacific matters relevant to NATO
• Coordinate external expertise on China to support designated projects, aligning with NATO’s Tier approach
• Assist in the development and implementation of WDA Lines of Delivery, focusing on strategic and operational challenges related to China
• Conduct detailed research and analysis on adversarial strategies, emerging threats, and technological advancements
• Support the Red Team’s activities by preparing reports, strategic analyses, and wargame evaluations
• Provide expert recommendations for ACT programs involving China
• Validate Chinese planning inputs to ensure they align with NATO’s strategic objectives
• Offer reach-back support to NATO HQ and ACT Directorates for planning activities, contingencies, and exercises related to China
• Act as a liaison between the Red Team and NATO entities, facilitating intelligence sharing and strategic coordination
• Develop and maintain a repository of Red Team knowledge, including best practices, lessons learned, and research findings
• Prepare position papers and deliver high-level briefings on China

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Experience working with international teams
• Experience working in a strategic headquarters addressing China/Southeast Asia-related issues
• Project management experience, including complex stakeholder management; PMP certification or equivalent is required
• Demonstrated research experience in an accredited academic institution, government, or corporate environment
• Experience working or living in the region of expertise
• Background in international relations, security studies, or geopolitical analysis
• Published work demonstrating knowledge of political, geopolitical, economic, and human factors in the region
• Fluency in English and proficiency in a regional language (Chinese or other relevant language)
• Familiarity with NATO’s structure, functions, and operational environment
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Citizenship of a NATO member country
• US / NATO Member Country Passport required

Desired:

• Possess a familiarity with the organization and hierarchy of the military rank and grade structure
• Possess a knowledge of military terminology

Education:

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline

Clearance:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a NATO Secret Clearance or national equivalent

If you meet these qualifications and are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today!

Prevailance, Inc. proudly supports veterans as a member of the V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) program and the Hire Vets initiative. Prevailance provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, designed to support health, wellness, and financial security. Our benefits include:

• Medical Insurance
• TriCare Supplemental
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Computing Device Reimbursement Program

Prevailance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract. Prevailance, Inc. participates in E-Verify and is VEVRAA Compliant.