
Subject Matter Expert at Kymber Consulting Group (Washington, DC)
Kymber Consulting Group· Washington, DC·
Job description
Location: Washington, DC (CA/PPT Headquarters, SA-17, 600 19th Street NW)
Work Arrangement: On-site
Type: Full-Time
Clearance: Active SECRET security clearance
Travel: None anticipated
Status: Contingent Upon Award
Company Overview:
Since 2017, Kymber Consulting Group has been blazing a trail through the consulting landscape, providing solutions across healthcare, defense, and civilian sectors. We're trusted advisors for high-visibility, high-impact engagements, rapidly becoming a valued partner within both government agencies and large established firms in the space. Kymber employs a collaborative team approach to deliver high value, tailored, and innovative solutions. Our engagement teams are built to meet each client’s unique needs. Our employees currently support a variety of Defense and Civilian agencies.
Job Summary:
We are seeking five highly qualified professionals for the Subject Matter Expert role to support the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, Passport Services Directorate (CA/PPT). CA/PPT directs a nationwide network of 29 passport agencies and centers and nearly 8,000 acceptance facilities that issue approximately 20 million passports each year, and is strengthening its headquarters operations through ISO 9001 quality management and Scaled Agile (SAFe) practices. Subject Matter Experts aid CA/PPT in implementing efficiencies, mission support, complex problem solving, and organizational compliance in their area of expertise, and produce or review substantive technical documentation. This is a Key Personnel position under the contract.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Aid in implementing efficiencies and mission support in the assigned area of expertise.
- Lead complex problem solving and organizational compliance initiatives.
- Produce and review substantive and complex technical documentation reflecting detailed knowledge of SOW technical areas.
- Consult frequently with on-site Government management on operations, planning, and delivery.
- Mentor contractor staff and share best practices across CA/PPT offices.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Minimum education: Master’s degree in a related field (12 years of relevant experience may be substituted for the degree).
- Minimum experience: 8 years in the relevant area of expertise.
- Demonstrated ability to produce complex technical documentation and advise senior leaders.
- [Specify area of expertise per CA/PPT office need, e.g., passport operations, policy, budget, records, or modernization.]
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint, and ability to prepare written products in accordance with the Department of State writing guide.
- Active SECRET security clearance (or ability to obtain one prior to start) and ability to obtain a Department of State building pass; Moderate Risk Public Trust investigation may be required for designated positions.
Benefits and Perks:
- Medical, Vision, and Dental Plans
- Paid Holiday and Personal Time Off
- 401K plan
- Short-term disability, Long-term, and Life Insurance
- Education and Training Assistance Program
- Incentive Plans and Referral Bonuses
- Employee Assistance Programs
Kymber Consulting Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law
Why work at Kymber Consulting Group
- Culture highlights: Collaborative, close-knit team environment where talents are recognized and contributions valued. Emphasis on the 4 C’s, including Commitment to Staff.
- Remote/hybrid/office policy: Not explicitly stated; offices in Bowie and Upper Marlboro, Maryland (Washington DC area). Likely a mix of on-site with some remote flexibility given consulting nature.
- Notable perks: Opportunity to work on high-visibility federal projects, make a direct impact on military personnel and healthcare systems. The company is small, so employees may have broader responsibilities and faster growth opportunities.
- Engineering culture: Not applicable (consulting firm, not tech product). IT support services are offered but not a core engineering team.