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Legislative Policy Analyst

Arlington, VA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Responsibilities The Legislative Policy Analyst monitors Congressional hearings, markups, and reports related to nuclear enterprise, CWMD, arms control, and foreign clearance issues. They prepare ...

CSBS

Director, Legislative Policy

Washington, DC · On-site

$136K - $184K/yr

Preparing written materials related to CSBS legislative policy activities including legislative analyses, talking points, letters, and Congressional testimony; and * Presenting analysis of complex ...

csbs

Director, Legislative Policy

Washington, DC · On-site

Preparing written materials related to CSBS legislative policy activities including legislative analyses, talking points, letters, and Congressional testimony; and * Presenting analysis of complex ...

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Legislative Policy Analyst

Arlington, VA • On-site

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$120K - $150K/yr

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Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth,we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Sea, Land, Air Analysis Group’s mission is to deliver objective analyses, plans and strategies to US Navy, US Marine Corps, USAF, other DoD, and Australian Defence Force clients to support technology development, acquisition, delivery and sustainment decisions. The group provides the core of SPA thought leadership on Undersea Strategy, Software Development and Cost Estimating, with additional benchmark capabilities in AI/ML & Decision Analytics, Modeling and Simulation, and Future Force Assessments.

SPA has a need for a Legislative Policy Analyst to provide research, analysis, and staff support on Congressional activities affecting AF/A10’s portfolio. This role helps leadership stay ahead of legislative developments and prepare for engagements with Congress and staff.

Responsibilities

The Legislative Policy Analyst monitors Congressional hearings, markups, and reports related to nuclear enterprise, CWMD, arms control, and foreign clearance issues. They prepare weekly legislative status updates, synopsis reports, and ad hoc briefings that explain how proposed legislation and oversight may impact AF/A10 priorities. They help maintain a central repository of official statements, QFR responses, and posture materials. They also assist in drafting talking points, issue papers, and briefing materials for senior leader engagements, in coordination with SAF/LL and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, international relations, or a related field
  • 4+ years of experience in legislative analysis, Congressional affairs, or policy staff work, preferably on defense or national security issues
  • Strong research, writing, and synthesis skills, with the ability to turn complex legislative information into clear, actionable products
  • Active TS/SCI clearance and the ability to maintain it throughout employment

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience supporting DoD, a Service headquarters, or a Congressional committee on defense/national security matters
  • Familiarity with legislative cycles, authorization and appropriations processes, and GAO/CRS/think‑tank reporting in the deterrence and nuclear/CWMD space
Pay Range Information

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $120,000.00/Yr. - USD $150,000.00/Yr.

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