FMN Business Analyst

Spektrum is a company that provides specialized services to apex purchasers such as NATO, UN, and national governments. They are seeking an FMN Business Analyst to support operational analyses, manage interoperability requirements, and assist in developing operational processes for NATO's communication and information technology services.

Responsibilities:

• Provision of operational analyses to support the collection, prioritization and consolidation of Interoperability Operational Requirements (IORs) for inclusion within the FMN Operational Requirements process
• Provision of business analysis/operational analysis support to operational Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across communities of interests that are participating in the FMN Inter-Working Groups (IWG) Syndicates developing Information Exchange Requirements (IERs) and Procedural Instructions (PIs)
• Support the identification and management of the IERs, both functional and non-functional requirements, and engage and maintain communication with FMN stakeholders
• Analyse and provide relevant inputs to the FMN Spiral Specification Roadmap, particularly the linkage between IORs and Capability Enhancements (CPEs)
• Support the Chairman and Secretary in OCWG meetings and other fora
• Support the chairman and secretary in the working activities of the FMN Operational Coordination Working Group (OCWG)
• Provide analytical support to the OCWG framework development activities at the front end of the FMN Process defining the operational drivers for the interoperability architecture
• Provide assistance to IWG Syndicates with the task of defining operational processes drawn from Allied doctrine
• Support the derivation and maintenance of NCS Affiliate Operational Requirements for inclusion within the FMN Operational Requirements process
• Analyse processes and identify information exchange requirements, functional and non-functional requirements
• Manage the Interoperability Operational Requirements, functional and non-functional requirements
• Provide assistance to IWG Syndicates with the task of delivering the Procedural Instructions for the Operational Swimlanes
• Provide assistance in preparation of products for FMN OCWG meetings

Requirements:

• Demonstrated deep knowledge (at least 5 years) of contributing to or interpreting Allied Joint Doctrine and/or similar national doctrine from a NATO Nation
• Proven expertise (at least 3 years) in the identification and definition of Information Exchange Requirements
• Deep Expertise (at least 5 years) in implementing or developing NATOs Federated Mission Networking Concept and Governance Framework
• Demonstrated Knowledge (at least 3 years) of working with information exchange and interoperability standards
• Proven ability (at least 5 years) to report/brief material tailored to the requirements of senior military stakeholders and decision makers
• Demonstrated ability (at least 5 years) to work in an international team
• Demonstrated ability to write effectively in the English Language
• Demonstrated ability (at least 3 years experience) with Semantic Media Wiki and Bugzilla Issue Tracking Tools
• Proven experience (at least 5 years) in the extraction and documentation of Military Operational Processes in one or more Domains or Military Functions
• Proven experience (at least 5 years) in the specification and definition of Military Interoperability Operational Requirements
• Deep Experience (at least 5 years) of working with military interoperability programmes and concepts
• Deep experience (at least 5 years) in working with international organisations and in multinational environments
• Knowledge of NATO Command and Force Structures and military operations
• Valid National or NATO Secret personal security clearance
• Cross-Cultural Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully across diverse national, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds. Awareness of military etiquette, rank structures, and communication protocols
• Facilitation and Stakeholder Engagement: Confident leading structured workshops and interviews with multinational stakeholders. Skilled at eliciting input, aligning perspectives, and building consensus in group settings
• Adaptability & Flexibility: Comfortable working in ambiguous, evolving environments (e.g., changing mission needs, shifting stakeholder engagement timelines). Can pivot between strategic thinking and tactical detail depending on audience and situation
• Political and Situational Awareness: Understands the sensitivities and nuances of working in a multinational defense setting. Exercises discretion and professionalism in all interactions. Recognizes when to escalate issues, seek clarification, or defer to local/national policies