National Security Telecom Risk Analyst

Systems Planning & Analysis; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid time away

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Critical Infrastructure Analyst (Telecommunications) to support the DASW, GIES, and Team Telecom at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA.

The role involves reviewing FCC license applications, risk analysis, and interagency coordination. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in national security or related field, 3+ years of risk analysis, TS/SCI clearance, and willingness to travel onsite.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant risk analysis experience; or 5+ years of experience supporting national security issues
• Familiarity with Team Telecom, CFIUS, export controls, sanctions, or other USG processes
• Proven research skills to support technical, legal, and financial questions
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing
• Ability to travel; on-site work as needed due to client
• Active TS/SCI clearance

Responsibilities

• Review Team Telecom applications, including FCC licenses (satellites, subsea cables, international networks) and related structures
• Conduct due diligence and fact-finding with DoD stakeholders to assess risk from foreign participation in FCC reviews
• Analyze open-source and classified information to formulate actionable policy recommendations for DoD leadership
• Author analysis papers on risks of foreign participation and advise interagency on recommendations
• Support evolving telecommunications and technology security policy developments as required

Skills

Risk analysis

Written/verbal communication

Travel readiness

Team Telecom knowledge

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (desired)

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Critical Infrastructure Analyst (Telecommunications) to support the DASW, GIES, and Team Telecom at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA.

The role involves reviewing FCC license applications, risk analysis, and interagency coordination. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in national security or related field, 3+ years of risk analysis, TS/SCI clearance, and willingness to travel onsite.