Emerging Threats & Deterrence Research Analyst

Arenatechnologies; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Research Analyst – Emerging Threats to conduct structured research on nuclear and strategic deterrence topics, review open-source and classified reporting, and produce analytic papers for AF/A10.

The role supports forums, workshops, and seminars on deterrence issues by preparing background materials and post-event summaries. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in international relations or a related field, 4+ years of defense research

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in international relations, security studies, political science, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in research and analysis on strategic, defense, or national security topics.
• Strong analytic writing skills and experience producing structured reports and briefings.
• Active TS/SCI clearance and the ability to maintain it throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structured research on topics such as emerging nuclear and non-nuclear capabilities, novel delivery systems, and strategic competition trends.
• Review open-source and classified reporting, think-tank and academic work, and internal studies to build well-sourced analytic products.
• Develop research papers, briefings, and decision-support materials informing AF/A10’s emerging issues and wargaming efforts.

Skills

Analytic writing

Report writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in international relations, security studies, political science, or related field

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Research Analyst – Emerging Threats to conduct structured research on nuclear and strategic deterrence topics, review open-source and classified reporting, and produce analytic papers for AF/A10.

The role supports forums, workshops, and seminars on deterrence issues by preparing background materials and post-event summaries. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in international relations or a related field, 4+ years of defense research