Policy Analyst

Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

medical insurance

dental insurance

disability insurance

life insurance coverage

tuition reimbursement

paid time off

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC is seeking a Policy Analyst to support our government customer in Arlington, Virginia. The role requires senior-level experience, a Master’s degree, and a Top Secret/SCI clearance. You will assess international political-military developments and advise decision makers on policy implications.

Responsibilities include coordinating with USG offices, analyzing DoW programs, and providing decision-support. Equal Opportunity employer and extensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Ten years’ experience providing services to senior general/flag officer ranks and SES levels within the DOW/USG.
• Operate independently with minimal government direction to achieve outcomes.
• Demonstrate experience in executing tasks within focus areas (e.g., legislative, budget).
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills; translate technical information for DoW/USG staff.
• Willingness to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of changes to the international political-military environment and potential impacts on DoW and USG efforts to counter illicit threats.
• Provide advice regarding implications of USG international agreements, security cooperation investments, and related policies.
• Analyze national security policy issues related to DoW support of National Drug Control Program objectives and coordinate with USG and partners.
• Provide decision-support to ODASW (CNGT) and USG personnel by analyzing CCMD/War Agency CD/CTOC/CTF programs and make recommendations for changes.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Skills

Senior-level experience

Independent work

Oral & written communication

Clearance readiness

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC is looking for a Policy Analyst to provide support for our government customer in Arlington, Virginia.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct assessments of changes to the international political-military environment and the potential impacts on DoW and USG efforts to counter global drug trafficking and other illicit threat network activities that threaten U.S. national security interests.
• Provide advice and recommendations to USG decision makers regarding the implications of existing or proposed changes to USG international agreements, military sales, security cooperation investments, and similar activities on CD/CTOC/CTF policies and programs.
• Analyze national security policy issues related to DoW support of National Drug Control Program objectives, identify stakeholder equities, and assist USG personnel in developing responsive CD/CTOC/CTF programs in coordination with other OSW offices, the Joint Staff, CCMDs, Military Departments, War Agencies, the USG Intelligence Community, other USG Departments, and U.S. and foreign law enforcement partners.
• Provide decision-support assistance to ODASW (CNGT) and USG personnel by analyzing ongoing and proposed CCMD and War Agency CD/CTOC/CTF programs and activities and making recommendations, based on USG guidance, for investment or other programmatic changes.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

Master’s degree from an accredited college/university

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Possess ten (10) years’ experience providing services to senior general/flag officer ranks and/or SES levels within the DOW, other government agencies, or industry corporate equivalents, and will be expected to perform at the level of a mid-range GS-15 equivalent.
• Be able to operate independently, proactively manage requirements, and require minimal government direction to achieve desired outcomes
• Demonstrate prior experience and capabilities for the successful execution of tasks associated with specific duty positions/focus areas (e.g., legislative, budget, etc.).
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, and the ability to translate highly technical information into plain language for effective communication with DoW and other USG staff in the performance of all duties, tasks and services.
• Must be willing to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement.

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

• Must be a naturalized U.S. Citizen.
• Must have an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries.

• 401K plan with company match
• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• disability insurance
• life insurance coverage
• tuition reimbursement
• paid time off
• 11 paid holidays

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.

As a part of BSNC, Bering- Alakaina Holdings gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job. Qualified job candidates will generally be considered in the following order: BSNC shareholders, descendants, shareholder spouses, current employees, and outside candidates. The BSNC Shareholder Development department tracks and monitors the implementation of the Shareholder Hire Preference across its operations.

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Alaska Native Corporation (ACN)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses and includes Ke`aki Technologies, LLC; Laulima Government Solutions, LLC; Kūpono Government Services, LLC; Kapili Services, LLC; Po`okela Solutions, LLC; Kīkaha Solutions, LLC; and Pololei Solutions, LLC.

For additional information, please visit www.beringalakaina.com

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