IT Policy Analyst

SMS Data Products Group, Inc.; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SMS Data Products Group, Inc. is seeking an IT Policy Analyst to support AFCENT NOSC policy development at Shaw Air Force Base in Sumter, SC.

The role focuses on DoD information technology, cybersecurity, and data policy, with opportunities for professional growth. Responsibilities include interpreting DoD policy for AFCENT alignment, authoring policy documents, shepherding reviews, and training NOSC personnel on new policies.

Qualifications

• B.S. in related field and 5+ years’ relevant experience or 7+ years’ relevant experience
• ITIL Foundation certification (within 60 days)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Technical writing experience
• Ability to multi-task on multiple projects
• Strong organizational skills
• Public speaking/training experience to train NOSC personnel
• Familiarity with DoD and U.S. Government policy
• Active DoD Secret clearance or Interim Secret clearance eligibility

Responsibilities

• Support DoD information technology, cybersecurity, and data policy development.
• Interpret DoD and U.S. Government policy for AFCENT alignment.
• Author policy documents and memoranda.
• Translate policy and technical issues into plain-language documents.
• Coordinate policy reviews with stakeholders.
• Represent AFCENT A6 in policy groups and meetings.
• Provide recommendations to improve policy artifacts.
• Maintain a repository of policy documents and update sharing processes.
• Train NOSC personnel on new policies.
• Prepare briefings and reports to AFCENT leadership.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Technical writing

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Policy analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

ITIL Foundation certification

Job description

SMS is hiring an IT Policy Analyst to support our AFCENT NOSC contract at Shaw Air Force Base in Sumter, SC. This is a great position to learn from a talented team with opportunities for advancement.

Since 1976, SMS has specialized in modernizing legacy IT and sustaining complex enterprise environments for federal agencies. With the goal of building long-term partnerships with our customers, we invest in our employees by providing the training, tools, and support they need to keep critical missions operational, improve performance, and reduce risk.

SMS is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with offices and on-site operations at customer locations throughout the United States. For additional information on SMS, visit www.sms.com .

Job Responsibilities

• Provide support to leadership for analysis and development of DoD information technology, cybersecurity, and data policy, processes, and standards.
• Interpret and analyze existing and new DoD and U.S. Government policy for applicability and alignment to the AFCENT mission.
• Author specific policy documentation and memorandum applicable to AFCENT A6 mission.
• Synthesize complex policy and technical matters into clear, effective policy documents written in accordance with U.S. Government “plain language” requirements.
• Coordinate formal and informal stakeholder review and revision of AFCENT A6 policy documentation and memorandum.
• Participate, support, and represent AFCENT A6 in internal and external policy working groups and meetings.
• Provide recommendations to AFCENT A6 customer on new and improved policy artifacts to improve mission enablement and delivery.
• Establish and maintain a repository of policy documentation and memorandum and develop processes for sharing new and updated information with supported units.
• Train NOSC personnel on the new and updated policies and memorandums as applicable.
• Prepare briefings and reports to AFCENT leadership on policy development or major revisions

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in related field and 5 or more years’ relevant experience or 7 or more years’ relevant experience
• ITIL Foundation (candidate has up to 60 days to acquire ITIL Foundation certification
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Technical writing experience
• Ability to multi-task on various projects at the same time
• Excellent organization skills
• Good public speaking / training skills to train NOSC personnel on new and updated policies
• Experience and familiarity of DoD and U.S. Government policy
• Flexibility and professionalism to communicate clearly with all levels of the government
• Active DoD Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance

SMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.