Military Operations Analyst: Threat & Security Planning

Arenatechnologies; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) in Alexandria, VA, seeks a Military Operations Analyst to support high-priority DoD programs and risk-informed decision making.

The role requires U.S. citizenship and a DoW Top Secret clearance, 3–5 years of military experience, and strong writing, presentation, and briefing skills. You will interpret policy, analyze threats, and prepare operational assessments for senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, or Engineering.
• U.S. Citizen with DoW Top Secret clearance, or ability to obtain and maintain.
• 3–5 years of military experience in relevant fields (Marine Corps Security Forces, Navy, Army, etc.).
• Experience leading projects in defense, security, or operational effectiveness.
• Ability to interpret and implement DoW and Service-level policy and lead operational planning.
• Exceptional writing, presentation, and meeting facilitation abilities; self-motivated with strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Interpreting, developing, and implementing security policy.
• Understanding threat capabilities and analyzing mission impact.
• Supporting assessment of system effectiveness and development of future capabilities.
• Facilitating the physical security vulnerability assessment process and leading operational planning.
• Preparing briefings and reports for senior leadership engagement.

Skills

Writing

Presentation

Facilitation

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) in Alexandria, VA, seeks a Military Operations Analyst to support high-priority DoD programs and risk-informed decision making.

The role requires U.S. citizenship and a DoW Top Secret clearance, 3–5 years of military experience, and strong writing, presentation, and briefing skills. You will interpret policy, analyze threats, and prepare operational assessments for senior leadership.