National Security Research Analyst

RiseMe; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

generous paid time off

Job summary

CNA is hiring Research Analysts to join the Regional, Strategy and Policy Analysis (RSP) Division. The team provides senior national security decision-makers with regional and global analysis linking strategy, policy, and operations.

Positions support programs in Ally and Partner Security Affairs, Countering Threats and Challenges, and Strategy and Policy Analysis, requiring a Master’s or PhD and strong research and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field.
• Strong analytical and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop analytic frameworks and methodologies for structured and unstructured problems.
• Maintain knowledge of primary clients and sponsors and their issues.
• Contribute to team collaboration and identify opportunities for joint work.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Critical thinking

Research methods

Planning & organization

Communication skills

Client interaction

Education

Master’s degree in International Relations

PhD preferred

Job description

CNA is hiring Research Analysts to join the Regional, Strategy and Policy Analysis (RSP) Division. The team provides senior national security decision-makers with regional and global analysis linking strategy, policy, and operations.

Positions support programs in Ally and Partner Security Affairs, Countering Threats and Challenges, and Strategy and Policy Analysis, requiring a Master’s or PhD and strong research and communication skills.