National Security Strategy Analyst (TS/SCI)

Vectrona, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Vectrona is seeking a Senior Strategic Analyst to ensure National Guard equities are understood and advanced within DoD strategy. The role supports senior leaders by turning strategic guidance into actionable policy inputs and decision-support products.

Responsibilities include developing strategy and briefing materials for General Officers and DoD executives, reviewing guidance, and coordinating with Joint Staff and Combatant Commands as part of national-level planning efforts.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a Joint Staff J5 or Combatant Command J5 environment.
• 3+ years of experience preparing national level strategy and policy papers and briefings for senior DoD leaders.
• Familiarity with components of the Joint Strategic Planning System.
• Familiarity with National Guard missions homeland and overseas operations.
• Knowledge of National Guard duty statuses (State Active Duty, Title 32, Title 10).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Review Joint Strategic Planning System documents and related strategic guidance.
• Conduct analysis and recommend comments, inputs, and courses of action.
• Develop strategy, policy, and briefing products for National Guard initiatives.
• Prepare national level strategy papers and briefings for senior leaders.

Skills

Joint Staff J5 experience

DoD strategy briefing

National Guard knowledge

Policy analysis

Senior leadership support

Communication for executives

Strategic planning

Education

Master’s degree in National Security/Policy/IF

Job description

Vectrona is seeking a Senior Strategic Analyst to ensure National Guard equities are understood and advanced within DoD strategy. The role supports senior leaders by turning strategic guidance into actionable policy inputs and decision-support products.

Responsibilities include developing strategy and briefing materials for General Officers and DoD executives, reviewing guidance, and coordinating with Joint Staff and Combatant Commands as part of national-level planning efforts.