Congressional Liaison Officer (N2701)

About the Role

SimIS, Inc. is seeking a Congressional Liaison Officer to serve as our customer's forward presence in Washington, D.C. This role involves representing their interests, monitoring legislative dynamics, and cultivating strong relationships with Members of Congress, staffers, and relevant committees. The position is anticipated to be 100% on-site and is contingent upon award.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Political Science, International Relations, Economics, Law, or a similar field. A BS degree with significant Congressional staff experience will also be considered
• Five years of experience working with or within the U.S. Congress, particularly on defense, appropriations, and foreign policy issues
• In-depth knowledge of the U.S. Congressional process, including authorization and appropriations cycles
• Proven track record of success in a government relations position, with the ability to manage a legislative portfolio, communicate complex policies, and navigate the legislative process
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interface effectively with elected officials, policymakers, and key Congressional and federal staff
• Ability to work across departments, gather resources, and convey the customer's message on Capitol Hill and across administrations
• Ability to represent and advocate the organization's policy positions to Congress, the Executive Branch, think tanks, and other stakeholders
• Ability to develop and implement long- and short-term action plans to accomplish initiatives on innovation, capability development, and assigned topics

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze the U.S. defense budget process, highlighting implications for NATO
• Track ongoing Congressional defense reforms and assess their impact on NATO transformation
• Provide strategic reporting on Congressional debates and decisions concerning Ukraine and Euro-Atlantic security
• Assess budget issues linked to U.S. troop presence in Europe, with attention to burden-sharing debates
• Analyze political dynamics of defense-related legislation, identifying key influencers and agendas
• Plan and conduct informal engagements with legislators and staffers to promote visibility
• Monitor legislative initiatives, hearings, and committee activities relevant to NATO
• Manage relationships with Members of Congress and provide tailored briefings on priorities
• Coordinate with U.S. executive agencies, NATO missions, and Allied embassies to ensure message coherence
• Produce regular reports on Congressional trends, risks, and opportunities

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Short-Term Disability (at no cost) & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Professional Development
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Federal Holidays each year

SimIS, Inc. is an EOE / M / F / Disability / VET / Drug Free Employer.