Cyber Policy Analyst

Apolis; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Apolis is seeking a Cyber Policy Analyst in Alexandria, VA, onsite for a long-term contract. The role emphasizes cyber policy development, DoD guidance, and executive-level briefings. Strong knowledge of NIST frameworks, 5G policy, and cross-domain security is essential.

TS/SCI preferred and a Bachelor's degree is required. Ideal candidates will translate complex cybersecurity concepts into actionable policy, briefing senior leaders and collaborating with CIO offices to support enterprise cyber

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 10+ years in cybersecurity policy or related DoD programs.
• Experience briefing senior leaders and writing executive-level policy documents.
• Knowledge of NIST SP 800-171/800-172 and RMF.
• Understanding of 5G telecom policy and supply chain risk management.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust, CMMC, cross-domain solutions, and secure data exchange.

Responsibilities

• Brief senior leaders and write executive-level policy documents, white papers, strategy memos, and recommendations.
• Develop, analyze, or implement cyber policy for DoD organizations, preferably at HQ, Joint Staff, OSD, or DoD CIO levels.
• Translate technical cybersecurity concepts into policy guidance for leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with NIST frameworks and DoD directives in policy development.
• Collaborate with CIO offices and high-level organizations to support policy decisions.

Skills

10+ years in cybersecurity policy

Policy development/analysis for DoD

NIST SP 800-171/800-172 knowledge

Telecom & 5G policy understanding

Executive-level briefing & policy docs

Zero Trust & CMMC familiarity

Policy translation to leadership

TS clearance process

Strong writing & analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position:Cyber Policy Analyst
Location:AlexandriaVA - Onsite
Duration: Long Term contract
Key Skills:

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity policy, information assurance, RMF, cyber governance, or related DoD cyber programs.
• Strong experience developing, analyzing, or implementing cyber policy for DoD organizations, preferably at the Headquarters, Joint Staff, OSD, Combatant Command, or DoD CIO level.
• Knowledge of NIST frameworks (especially NIST 800-171 and 800-172), DoD directives, federal compliance requirements, and cybersecurity governance.
• Understanding of telecommunications and 5G technologies, including telecom infrastructure, spectrum policy, secure communications, supply chain risk management, and telecom resilience.
• Experience briefing senior leaders and writing executive-level policy documents, white papers, strategy memos, and recommendations.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust, CMMC, cross-domain solutions, secure data exchange, and emerging cyber threats.
• Ability to translate technical cybersecurity concepts into policy guidance for leadership and stakeholders.
• Able to obtain/ Maintain Active TS clearance required; TS/SCI strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Position:Cyber Policy Analyst
Location:AlexandriaVA - Onsite
Duration: Long Term contract
Key Skills:

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity policy, information assurance, RMF, cyber governance, or related DoD cyber programs.
• Strong experience developing, analyzing, or implementing cyber policy for DoD organizations, preferably at the Headquarters, Joint Staff, OSD, Combatant Command, or DoD CIO level.
• Knowledge of NIST frameworks (especially NIST 800-171 and 800-172), DoD directives, federal compliance requirements, and cybersecurity governance.
• Understanding of telecommunications and 5G technologies, including telecom infrastructure, spectrum policy, secure communications, supply chain risk management, and telecom resilience.
• Experience briefing senior leaders and writing executive-level policy documents, white papers, strategy memos, and recommendations.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust, CMMC, cross-domain solutions, secure data exchange, and emerging cyber threats.
• Ability to translate technical cybersecurity concepts into policy guidance for leadership and stakeholders.
• Able to obtain/ Maintain Active TS clearance required; TS/SCI strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of federal cyber policy, governance, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with NIST SP 800-171/800-172 and RMF.
• Familiarity with 5G architecture, telecom protocols, and supply chain risk management.
• Skilled in drafting executive-level policy documents and briefings.
• Experience supporting high-level organizations, ideally within a CIO office.
• Strong writing, analysis, and organizational skills.
• Able to advise on cyber risks related to telecom infrastructure and emerging technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Zero Trust, CMMC, and secure communications frameworks.