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The contractor will support BNL in providing support to the C&A Program in the areas of innovative technologies and IAEA safeguards implementation. As part of this effort, the contractor will assist B... The contractor will support BNL in providing support to the C&A Program in the areas of innovative technologies and IAEA safeguards implementation. As part of this effort, the contractor will assist BNL with several NPAC-sponsored initiatives. One specific area of focus will include the potential benefits and challenges of artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) to IAEA safeguards. Description of Services: Requires the services of a contractor that can provide technical support in the areas related to: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and its programs in safeguards; Emerging and innovative technologies for safeguards; IAEA strategic planning processes, particularly for application and implementation of innovative and emerging technologies; Current IAEA initiatives related to emerging technologies, such as distributed ledger technology (DLT) and artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML), including ; AI/ML, and the application of these technologies to international safeguards; AI/ML initiatives at in the U.S. National Laboratory System. Additionally, the contractor should possess extensive experience in the following areas: Work experience in the U.S. National Laboratory System and in the IAEA Department of Safeguards; In-depth knowledge of the structure of the Department of Safeguards and current Department of Safeguards staffing; Strategic planning experience; Experience in the area of innovative technologies for safeguards, particularly DLT and AI/ML; The IAEA Physical Model and current IAEA inspection practices; IAEA safeguards policy and policy implications of innovative and emerging technologies; Planning and organizing workshops and events to bridge the gap between safeguards policy makers and developer of innovative and emerging technologies; Excellent writing skills and experience drafting technical reports for a non-technical audience.