DoW Tactical Communications Policy Analyst

ACES Group, LLC; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense consulting firm is seeking a Policy and Strategy Expert to provide high-level expertise in shaping policy and setting strategic direction for the Department of War (DoW). This hybrid position requires an active TS/SCI clearance and offers an immediate start in Alexandria, VA. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and familiarity with tactical communications technologies, contributing to the development of policies and strategies that ensure interoperability across different domains. Strong organizational skills and the ability to influence policies are essential.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance is mandatory.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in a related field.
• Experience in supporting senior military or service leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop policies and strategies for interoperability of communications systems.
• Draft recommendations for the DoW CIO.
• Provide expertise on communications architectures across domains.
• Support joint concepts to address warfighting capability gaps.
• Assist with IT policy initiatives and DoW decision-making processes.
• Participate in governance forums to advance CIO objectives.
• Organize and participate in enterprise governance forums and capability boards, providing technical and policy analysis.
• Coordinate and draft DoW CIO positions ensuring alignment with DoW strategies.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality briefings for senior leadership and Congress.

Skills

Strong DoW senior staffing experience

Familiarity with tactical communications vendors and technologies

Proficiency in briefing and organizational skills

Systems engineering familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

10 years relevant experience

Tools

SATURN

HQ

SINCGAR

HF

Link-16

BFT

WREN

Job description

Overview

Top Secret/SCI Clearance Required | Onsite - Alexandria VA. ACES is seeking a Policy and Strategy Expert to support the DoW CIO. Hybrid work requires ACTIVE TS/SCI CLEARANCE on a 5 Year Contract starting immediately at Mark Center, Alexandria, VA. This role provides high-level expertise in shaping policy, setting strategic direction, designing architectures, and contributing to systems engineering for communications and information network programs. The position requires strong DoW senior staffing experience, familiarity with tactical communications vendors and technologies, and the ability to influence enterprise-level policy and governance in support of the CIO mission. Email resume to [e-mail] or call 660-441-1691.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and develop policies, strategies, roadmaps, and standards to ensure interoperability of DoW tactical communications systems with U.S. partners and allied nations.
• Draft and deliver recommendations, reports, and briefing materials that guide and inform DoW CIO C3 positions, decisions, and activities.
• Offer subject matter expertise on current and future force communications architectures, systems, and policies across air, ground, and maritime domains, including contingency communications.
• Support the development of joint concepts and integrated architectural solutions to address validated warfighting capability gaps.
• Assist with DoW communications and IT policy initiatives, leveraging knowledge of JCIDS, DAS, PPBE, and formal DoW decision-making processes.
• Contribute to partnered initiatives between the DoW CIO and the Department of Homeland Security, including Defense Support to Civilian Authorities, FirstNet, Emergency Preparedness, and Land Mobile Radio modernization efforts.
• Organize and participate in enterprise governance forums, working groups, and capability boards, providing technical and policy analysis to advance CIO objectives.
• Coordinate and draft DoW CIO positions on Service-specific and enterprise-level issues, ensuring alignment with broader DoW strategies.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality briefings and materials for senior leadership to support decisions, governance, and congressional engagements.
• Maintain situational awareness of tactical communications technologies and industry trends to inform CIO strategies and modernization efforts.

Qualifications

• Clearance: Active TS/SCI
• Education/Experience: Bachelors degree in field related to tasking and 10 years of relevant experience
• Technical: Strong DoW Senior Staffing experience required. Experience supporting Headquarters, Joint Staff, or Service Staff Officer or Senior Leadership. Familiarity with Tactical Communications vendors and technologies. Knowledge of Tactical Communications, including SATURN, HQ, SINCGAR, HF, Link-16, BFT, WREN, and/or related tactical communications waveforms and systems. Proficiency in briefing and organizational skills, including experience with DoW issuances, strategy, or related enterprise documents.

Structure

• Work Location: Hybrid Onsite work at 4800 Mark Center Dr. Alexandria, VA 22350
• Start Date: Immediately