Lead Legislative Analyst

Red Gate Group; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

11 paid holidays

401(k) with match

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

The Red Gate Group seeks a Legislative Analyst to support the Acquisition Policy & Innovation Directorate within OUSD(A&S). You will lead a team of analysts handling congressional requests, reporting requirements, and legislative analysis, with emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

Ideal candidates possess an active DoD Top Secret clearance and 5+ years in legislative analysis at an agency HQ level, plus proficiency with CATMS, CHARRTS, and GLADIS.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance and at least five years supporting legislative analysis at HQ level.
• Defence executive-level legislative and audit experience.
• Ability to brief Flag Officers and SES members.
• Proficiency with MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities of legislative analysts to align with government priorities.
• Provide executive-level technical/analytic support for congressional reporting and audits.
• Review and coordinate congressional correspondence and reporting packages for accuracy and compliance.
• Manage day-to-day tasks from GAO and DoD OIG audits, including guidance on audit protocols.
• Conduct legislative research and prepare comprehensive Legislative Updates for OSD acquisition policy.
• Maintain essential systems (CATMS, CHARRTS, GLADIS) and support document creation and training.

Skills

Active Secret Clearance

Briefing senior officers

Legislative analysis

Education

Master's degree

Tools

CATMS

CHARRTS

GLADIS

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

SharePoint

Teams

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Explorer

Job description

Job Description

Are you ready to make an impact on defense policy? The Red Gate Group is seeking a Legislative Analyst to support the Acquisition Policy & Innovation (API) Directorate within the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Acquisition and Sustainment) (OUSD(A&S)). In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of legislative analysts to provide expert support in congressional requests, reporting requirements, and legislative analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinating the activities of legislative analysts to ensure quality support and task assignment according to government priorities.
• Providing executive-level technical and analytic support in congressional reporting requirements, including database management using CHARRTS and training OUSD(A&S) staff on protocols.
• Reviewing and coordinating congressional correspondence and reporting requirement packages to ensure accuracy and compliance with A&S requirements.
• Managing day-to-day tasking of actions and incoming requests from Government Accountability Office (GAO) and DoD Office of the Inspector General (OIG) audits, including guidance on audit protocols and responses.
• Conducting legislative research and analysis on A&S programs, monitoring legislative impacts, and preparing comprehensive Legislative Updates for OSD acquisition policy and operations.
• Ideal candidates will possess an active DoD Top Secret clearance and at least five years of experience supporting legislative analysis at an agency headquarters level. Proficiency in systems such as CATMS, CHARRTS, and GLADIS is essential for success in this role.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance
• Master's degree and Seven (7) years or more supporting Legislative analysis at an Agency Headquarters level
• Defense Executive-Level Legislative and Audit Experience
• Able to effectively brief Flag Officers, General Officers, Senior Executive Service members
• At least two years experience using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Explorer, Edge, SharePoint, Teams, and Adobe Acrobat Professional
• Experience with CATMS, CHARRTS, GLADIS

Company Description

The Red Gate Group, founded in 2006, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Company based in Chantilly, VA. As an SDVOSB, the Red Gate Group has established a reputation for delivering quality multi-tiered services in intelligence analysis, strategic planning, program management, policy development, operational design, and technology integration. RGG delivers high-quality, customer-centric solutions around the world—from the foxhole to the highest levels of Government. Our motto, "Making a Difference for Country and Client," reflects our deep commitment to national security and service excellence. As an employer of choice, we offer comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, 11 paid holidays, immediate 401(k) eligibility with a generous match, and full medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our employees enjoy 100% company-paid life insurance and disability benefits, along with professional development assistance for degrees and certifications. We foster a culture of growth and work-life balance, backed by our commitment to supporting both our clients' missions and our employees' success. Join our team and be part of an organization that values both service excellence and employee wellbeing.

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Additional Information

The Red Gate Group, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Red Gate Group, Ltd. considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

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