Mission Planning & Policy Officer (TS/SCI)

Peraton; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days PTO annually

Bonus plan

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Planning and Policy Officer to support a live, funded program for a U.S. government customer in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment. You will develop policy guidance and planning documentation, collaborating with senior stakeholders and SMEs to ensure mission readiness and clear, actionable products.

The role emphasizes writing and analytical skills, SOP/CONOPS development, and coordination across offices, with strong emphasis on clarity and professional presentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in political science, public policy, communications, history, international affairs or related field; four years may substitute for degree.
• Five+ years in military operational planning, intelligence analysis, continuity of operations planning, emergency management, or government policy/strategy development.
• Experience writing and reviewing SOPs, CONOPS, operational plans, strategies, or policy documents.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-quality written products supporting planning and policy initiatives (SOPs, CONOPS, policy memos, strategic plans, briefing materials).
• Coordinate inputs from SMEs and stakeholders to produce clear, structured documentation aligned with customer priorities.
• Support continuity of operations, emergency management, intelligence programs, and strategic policy development.

Skills

Strong written communication

Policy writing

Analytical thinking

Cross‑functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Peraton is seeking a Planning and Policy Officer to support a live, funded program for a U.S. government customer in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment. You will develop policy guidance and planning documentation, collaborating with senior stakeholders and SMEs to ensure mission readiness and clear, actionable products.

The role emphasizes writing and analytical skills, SOP/CONOPS development, and coordination across offices, with strong emphasis on clarity and professional presentation.