Policy Analyst

About the role

The Policy Analyst will support the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Counternarcotics and Global Threats (ODASW (CN&SP)), advancing the Department of War's mission to counter drug trafficking, transnational organized crime, and threat finance networks.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing international political-military developments and policy impacts.
• Assessing implications of U.S. and international agreements on DoW programs.
• Developing policy recommendations for CD/CTOC/CTF initiatives.
• Serving as a liaison between Combatant Commands and Defense Agencies.
• Evaluating national security policy issues and stakeholder impacts.
• Drafting policy documents, reports, and strategic assessments.
• Providing decision-support analysis for program investments.
• Coordinating with working groups and policy forums.
• Advising leadership on policy risks and opportunities.
• Supporting real-time decision-making in dynamic environments.

Requirements

• Master’s degree.
• Current, active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in defense policy or national security analysis.
• Strong understanding of international relations and security cooperation.
• Experience supporting DoW or interagency policy development.
• Familiarity with CD/CTOC/CTF mission areas and strategies.
• Experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders and agencies.
• Experience briefing senior leadership or government and military officials.
• Familiarity with DoW organizational structure and processes.
• Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real ID.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in international relations, public policy, national security, or related field.
• Ability to analyze complex geopolitical environments.