CWMD Policy Analyst - TS/SCI Cleared, Strategic Plans

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. in the NCR and Virginia areas seeks CWMD Plans and Policy Analysts to analyze, develop, and integrate CWMD and biodefense strategies, plans, and policies across the DoD and allied partners.

Requires 8+ years of CWMD-related experience, an active TS/SCI clearance, and the ability to operate with Joint and interagency teams. The role bridges guidance with executable plans and includes analytic briefings and formal recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in international relations, strategic studies, operations research, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of CWMD, CBRN defense, or biodefense planning and policy at the Service, Joint, or interagency level.
• Strong understanding of how CWMD concepts are integrated into operational plans, doctrine, and requirements.
• Active TS/SCI clearance and the ability to maintain it throughout employment.
• Experience conducting DOTMLPFP gap analyses or similar capability assessments in CWMD or CBRN defense.
• Experience representing Service or MAJCOM positions in Joint or interagency planning and policy forums.

Responsibilities

• CWMD Plans and Policy Analysts review and assess strategic guidance, campaign plans, OPLANs, and other planning documents to ensure CWMD and biodefense equities and requirements are fully addressed.
• They identify gaps, risks, and opportunities and provide formal recommendations to update plans, doctrine, and guidance.
• They produce analytic reports, point papers, and briefings that explain CWMD implications for force development, readiness, and mission assurance.
• They also support stakeholder engagements with Joint, interagency, and allied partners by preparing and, when directed, delivering CWMD planning and policy materials.

Skills

CWMD planning experience

TS/SCI clearance

Interagency collaboration

CWMD concepts integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in international relations / strategic studies / operations research

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. in the NCR and Virginia areas seeks CWMD Plans and Policy Analysts to analyze, develop, and integrate CWMD and biodefense strategies, plans, and policies across the DoD and allied partners.

Requires 8+ years of CWMD-related experience, an active TS/SCI clearance, and the ability to operate with Joint and interagency teams. The role bridges guidance with executable plans and includes analytic briefings and formal recommendations.