Tactical Communications Policy and Strategy Analyst

Location: Full-time onsite at the Mark Center in Alexandria, Virginia; hybrid and remote work are not permitted.

Full-time salary range: $143,100–$207,600 USD per year.

Company

Provides independent analysis, policy support, and practical solutions that strengthen public institutions and national and homeland security.

What you will do

• Analyze military and future-force communications and network portfolio strategies, policies, architectures, and operations across air, ground, and maritime domains.
• Support the development of joint concepts and integrated architecture solutions for validated warfighting capability gaps.
• Contribute to communications and information technology policy initiatives using the RRAB, Defense Acquisition System, PPBE, and related decision-making processes.
• Support communications initiatives involving Defense Support to Civilian Authorities, FirstNet, and enterprise Land Mobile Radio programs.
• Participate in governance working groups and capability boards, coordinate organizational positions, and prepare briefings for senior leadership.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, mathematics, physics, or a related field; a non-related degree requires four additional years of experience.
• At least 10 years of experience developing Department of War issuances, strategies, and related documents.
• Experience as an Office of the Secretary of War, Joint Staff, or Service staff officer.
• Experience with tactical communications vendors and technologies, including SATURN, HQ, SINCGARS, HF, Link-16, BFT, WREN, or related waveforms and systems.

Nice to have

• Background in C3 operations, policy, or governance forums.
• Experience with RF waveforms, communications gateways, and network development or oversight.
• Experience conducting technical and programmatic research and preparing information and decision papers.
• Knowledge of Open Systems Architecture development and implementation.

Culture & Benefits

• Benefits support employees’ health, financial well-being, and overall well-being.
• Work is guided by collaboration, integrity, initiative, and client focus.
• The organization emphasizes public service and measurable impact.
• Equal opportunity employment is provided across legally protected characteristics.