Job Description
Join the Department of Defense's premier policy team in Washington DC, where you'll shape national security strategies and influence federal decision-making. This full-time position offers unparalleled opportunities to work at the intersection of government operations and public policy in a mission-driven environment. You'll collaborate with senior officials across federal agencies while developing actionable recommendations that impact national defense priorities.
Responsibilities
- Analyze complex defense policies and legislation to provide actionable recommendations to senior leadership
- Develop comprehensive policy briefs and strategic reports for congressional oversight committees
- Coordinate interagency working groups to align defense initiatives with federal priorities
- Monitor emerging global threats and assess their implications for national security strategy
- Prepare testimony and supporting materials for congressional hearings and briefings
- Lead cross-functional teams to implement policy reforms across defense operations
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, or related field
- 5+ years of federal government policy analysis experience
- Expert knowledge of defense acquisition processes and federal budget frameworks
- Advanced proficiency in quantitative data analysis and policy modeling tools
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for complex policy audiences
- Demonstrated experience with interagency coordination and legislative affairs