Cognitive Enhancement Practitioner

Public Trust: None

Requisition Type: Pipeline

Your Impact

Own your opportunity to work alongside federal civilian agencies. Make an impact by providing services that help the government ensure the well being of U.S. citizens.

Job Description

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Cognitive Enhancement Practitioner you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Cognitive Enhancement Practitioner joining our team.

The Cognitive Enhancement Practitioner (CEP) is responsible for enhancing the cognitive and psychological performance of agency personnel through biofeedback, neurofeedback, cognitive training, and educational interventions. The CEP will interpret cognitive assessment results, deliver individualized and group-based performance enhancement training, and provide leadership advisement to optimize warfighter readiness and resilience.

HOW A COGNITIVE ENHANCEMENT PRACITIONER TRAINER WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

• Conducts biofeedback and neurofeedback training to enhance cognitive and psychological performance.
• Trains agency personnel individually and in groups in evidence-based cognitive and behavioral strategies, including attention and concentration, problem-solving, emotional regulation, energy management, memory enhancement, interpersonal skills, goal-setting, and strategies for managing TBI-related deficits.
• Interpret and provide actionable feedback based on cognitive and psychological assessments, facilitating referrals to appropriate medical or program resources as needed.
• Advises unit leadership on cognitive and performance psychology matters.
• Develops, implements, and disseminates training materials in collaboration with unit and leadership.
• Engages in psychophysiological and psychological performance research initiatives.
• Provides comprehensive educational briefings on cognitive and psychological performance domains to units and command teams.
• Documents interventions, utilization, referrals, and other relevant metrics as required by leadership.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 3 years post-doctoral experience within the past 5 years, demonstrating expertise in performance psychology with military or high-performance athletic populations
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Capability to physically participate in military training exercises, including lifting up to 25 kg, navigating rough terrain, and operating in austere environments across various transport methods (aircraft, waterborne craft, and ground vehicles).

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Certification in Biofeedback (BCIA), Neurofeedback (BCIA), and/or International QEEG Certification Board (IQCB), or willingness to obtain.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Military background or prior experience working with Special Operations and or Military personnel.
• Eligibility for credentialing and privileging to expand clinical capabilities, including state licensure in mental health, counseling, psychology, or social work.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Adherence to all Safety, Health, and Environmental policies and procedures.
• Compliance with Quality Assurance standards and training requirements.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

EDUCATION: Doctoral degree in Psychology, Human Performance, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Cognitive Neuroscience, Sport Psychology, or a related discipline.

LOCATION: Various OCONUS & CONUS SITES

CLEARANCE: Must possess a Top-Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI

This is a contingent posting, expected to start in 2026.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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Work Requirements

Years of Experience

3 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Travel Required

Less than 10%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required