Senior Policy Analyst

We have a compelling requirement for a senior policy analyst to support our government customer in Maryland. This position requires an active TS/SCI security clearance.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Research and Analysis:

• Conducts in-depth research on complex policy issues using a variety of sources (academic literature, government reports, stakeholder consultations, data analysis).
• Analyzes existing policies and programs to assess their effectiveness, efficiency, and impact.
• Identifies emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities relevant to the customer's mandate.
• Develops and applies quantitative and qualitative research methods to support policy analysis.
• Maintains accurate records of research and analysis.

2. Policy Development and Recommendations:

• Develops and drafts policy proposals, briefing notes, and reports for senior management and decision-makers related to the customer's activities and functions.
• Formulates policy options and recommendations based on research findings and analysis.
• Writes clearly and concisely for a variety of audiences, including policymakers, stakeholders, and the public.
• Anticipates potential challenges, conflicts, and risks associated with policy implementation.
• Provides expert advice and guidance to senior leaders on policy matters.
• Understand the functions and requirement of the program's directorates and the integration of these functions relative to the customer's mission.
• Assessing stakeholder and higher headquarters support for different policy options.

3. Stakeholder Engagement and Consultation:

• Conducts consultations with stakeholders, including government agencies and communities of interest.
• Gathers and analyzes feedback from stakeholders to inform policy development.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with key stakeholders and partners and coordinates the work of cross-functional teams.
• Represents the customer at meetings, conferences, working groups, and other events related to their policy and functions.
• Presents policy proposals to stakeholders and facilitates consensus-building among diverse stakeholder groups.

4. Project Management and Coordination:

• Manages complex policy projects from initiation to completion, and develops and manages project plans, timelines, and dependencies in support of policy projects.
• Establish and maintain enterprise policy for requirements of project execution and performance measurement.
• Monitors project progress and ensures that deadlines are met.
• Identifies and resolves project-related issues and prepares project reports and presentations.

5. Communication and Reporting:

• Prepares written reports, briefing notes, presentations, and other communication materials to communicate complex policy issues clearly and concisely to a variety of audiences.
• Presents policy recommendations to senior management and other decision-makers.
• Responds to inquiries from stakeholders across the Department, Federal Government, academia, and industry.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years with AS/AA; Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD. Additional 4 years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a BS/BA degree.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.

Desired Skills:

• Specific experience developing, managing, and reviewing Department of War and Department of Air Force policies, programs, and procedures supporting D/MM forensics, cybersecurity, and/or cyber threat analysis missions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills: Critical thinking, data analysis, and the ability to synthesize information from multiple sources.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills: The ability to write clearly and persuasively for a variety of audiences.
• Knowledge of policies, programs, organizations, functions, and legislation affecting cyber security, digital forensics, cyber training, and system development organizations.
• Familiarity with National Cyber Intelligence programs to identify our customer's data points, and document and report on their activities supporting these programs.
• Knowledge of DoD and US Intelligence Community resource planning policy and procedures.
• Capability to plan and coordinate activities involving national cyber security initiatives.
• Superior organizational skills to analyze, develop and deliver policy and detailed reports meeting tight suspense windows.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prepare documents for executive review with limited direction.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills: The ability to work effectively with colleagues, stakeholders, and the public.