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Dexis

Policy Analyst, DOW

Washington, DC · On-site

... Defense (OSD), The Joint Staff, Combatant Commands (CCMDs), Military Departments, and Defense Agencies. This position is contingent upon contract award. Responsibilities * Conduct assessments of ...

Vast

Manager, Government Affairs

Washington, DC · On-site

Department of Defense. This role will drive policy, partnership, and congressional advocacy strategies to advance Vast's initiatives to launch and operate the world's leading commercial space ...

Far West Federal

Policy Analyst

Arlington, VA · On-site

Summary The Policy Analyst will provide direct research and analytical support to Sr. Army ... Monitor various reports and communications related to the Defense Authorizations and appropriations ...

Dexis

Policy Analyst, DOW

Washington, DC

... Departments, and Defense Agencies. This position is contingent upon contract award ... Analyze national security policy issues related to DoW support of National Drug Control Program ...

Far West Federal

Policy Analyst

Arlington, VA · On-site

SummaryThe Policy Analyst will provide direct research and analytical support to Sr. Army ... Monitor various reports and communications related to the Defense Authorizations and appropriations ...

Dexis

Policy Analyst, DOW

Washington, DC · On-site

... Departments, and Defense Agencies. This position is contingent upon contract award ... Analyze national security policy issues related to DoW support of National Drug Control Program ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for defense policy in Reston, VA is $108,988.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,200.00 and $132,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Defense Policy vs Defense Analyst?

AspectDefense PolicyDefense Analyst
Required CredentialsDegree in political science, international relations, or defense studies; often advanced degreesDegree in security studies, political science, or related fields; certifications may include security clearances
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, think tanks, defense departments; policy development and strategic planningResearch institutions, government agencies, defense contractors; data analysis and intelligence gathering
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in government and defense sectors focusing on policy formulationIn government, military, and private sectors analyzing defense data and trends

Defense Policy professionals focus on creating and shaping national defense strategies and policies, while Defense Analysts analyze defense data and intelligence to inform decision-making. Both roles require relevant credentials and often work within government or defense-related organizations, but their core functions differ in policy development versus data analysis.

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Infographic showing various Defense Policy job openings in Reston, VA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,988 per year, or $52.4 per hour.

Policy Analyst, DOW

Dexis

Washington, DC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

About the Position

Dexis is recruiting Policy Analyst to support anticipated programming with the Department of War (DoW). This opportunity will provide program support, policy support, and technical assistance services to support Counterdrug (CD)/Counter-Transnational Organized Crime (CTOC)/Counter-Threat Finance (CTF) mission needs of the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), The Joint Staff, Combatant Commands (CCMDs), Military Departments, and Defense Agencies. 

This position is contingent upon contract award. 

Responsibilities
  • Conduct assessments of changes to the international political-military environment and the potential impacts on DoW and USG efforts to counter global drug trafficking and other illicit threat network activities that threaten U.S. national security interests.  
  • Provide advice and recommendations to USG decision makers regarding the implications of existing or proposed changes to USG international agreements, military sales, security cooperation investments, and similar activities on CD/CTOC/CTF policies and programs.  
  • Analyze national security policy issues related to DoW support of National Drug Control Program objectives, identify stakeholder equities, and assist USG personnel in developing responsive CD/CTOC/CTF programs in coordination with other OSD offices, the Joint Staff, CCMDs, Military Departments, Defense Agencies, the USG Intelligence Community, other USG Departments, and U.S. and foreign law enforcement partners.   
  • Provide decision-support assistance to ODASD (CN&SP) and USG personnel by analyzing ongoing and proposed CCMD and Defense Agency CD/CTOC/CTF programs and activities and making recommendations, based on USG guidance, for investment or other programmatic changes. 
Qualifications 
  • Active Top Secret clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility. 
  • Possess a master's degree from an accredited college/university in a relevant field of study. 
  • Possess ten (10) years' experience providing services to senior general/flag officer ranks and/or SES levels within the DoW, other government agencies, or industry corporate equivalents, and will be expected to perform at the level of a mid-range GS-15 equivalent.  
  • Shall possess exceptional oral and written communication skills, and the ability to translate highly technical information into plain language for effective communication with DoW and other USG staff in the performance of all duties, tasks and services. 

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