Naval Strategist | Remote

Crossing Hurdles; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossing Hurdles is seeking a senior analyst to develop and deliver expert analysis on naval operations, platforms, and doctrine, drawing on direct fleet, program, or intelligence experience.

You will synthesize classified and unclassified data to support Navy planning, draft concise assessments, and brief senior leadership, while coordinating with Navy, DoD, the IC, and industry partners.

Qualifications

• Experience in U.S. Navy, MARAD/DOT, or comparable maritime/defense roles.
• Active TS/SCI clearance preferred; at minimum, Secret clearance held within the last 24 months.
• Experience briefing and writing for executive or flag-level leadership.
• Familiarity with Pentagon processes, OPNAV, NAVSEA, or PEO environments, and cross-stakeholder coordination.
• Analytical judgment in classified or high-stakes project environments.
• Intelligence Community background is a strong asset.
• Master's degree in national security, defense studies, or engineering desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver expert analysis on naval operations, platforms, and doctrine.
• Assess and synthesize classified and unclassified data to support Navy planning and requirements.
• Draft concise, actionable written assessments and prepare high-level briefings for senior leadership.
• Coordinate across Navy, DoD, IC, and industry stakeholders to gather insights and ensure alignment with mission goals.
• Interpret and communicate recent developments in naval capabilities and maritime security relevant to customer objectives.
• Safeguard and handle classified materials (TS/SCI) per protocols.

Skills

Navy/Defense experience

TS/SCI clearance preferred

Executive briefing

Cross-stakeholder coordination

Pentagon/navsea knowledge

Analytical judgment

Intelligence Community background

Master's degree desirable

Education

Master's degree

Job description

• Develop and deliver expert analysis on naval operations, platforms, and doctrine based on direct fleet, program, or intelligence experience.
• Assess and synthesize classified and unclassified operational or program data to create recommendations supporting Navy planning and requirements.
• Draft concise, actionable written assessments and prepare high-level briefings for senior military and civilian leadership audiences.
• Coordinate across Navy, DoD, Intelligence Community, and industry stakeholders to gather insights and ensure alignment with mission goals.
• Interpret and communicate recent developments in naval capabilities and maritime security relevant to the customer's objectives.
• Safeguard and handle classified materials (TS/SCI level) in accordance with project and facility protocols.

Requirements

• Have strong relevant experience in U.S. Navy, MARAD/DOT, or comparable maritime/defense roles.
• Active TS/SCI clearance strongly preferred; at minimum, Secret clearance held within the last 24 months and eligibility for TS/SCI reinstatement.
• Demonstrated skill briefing and writing for executive or flag-level leadership within defense or government contexts.
• Familiarity with Pentagon processes, OPNAV, NAVSEA, or PEO environments, and cross-stakeholder coordination.
• Track record of analytical judgment in classified or high-stakes project environments.
• Background in intelligence analysis or experience within the Intelligence Community considered a strong asset.
• Master s degree in a relevant field, such as national security, defense studies, or engineering, is desirable.