Policy Analyst

Arcfield; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcfield in Herndon, VA is seeking a Policy Analyst to support the Sponsor by providing technical integration and programmatic support to a policy office. You will develop and coordinate policy among stakeholders, support the Front Office on time-sensitive matters, and design briefing packages for senior leadership.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph, a STEM or technical degree, and proven experience coordinating policy with external partners and delivering briefs and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in developing and coordinating policy among stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience supporting the Front Office on time-sensitive matters.
• Senior-level experience engaging with external partners to develop communications and solutions.
• Senior-level experience in presentation and briefing development.
• Ability to coordinate project schedules and manage multiple program activities.
• Ability to prepare management plans and reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate policy among stakeholders on behalf of the Front Office (FO).
• Provide direct support to the FO on time-sensitive matters affecting the organization.
• Review organizational policies and provide feedback.
• Design briefing packages with data for senior leadership.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate meetings and information sessions.
• Identify and track action items and monitor ongoing projects.
• Assess and track program requirements and TEMs.
• Translate technical information into clear documents and presentations.
• Peer review and quality checks on outgoing documents and presentations.
• Identify and define process efficiencies.
• Work independently or as part of a team.

Skills

Policy coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Briefing development

Project scheduling

Policy review

Written communication

Education

BS in a technical field

MS in a technical field

PhD in a technical field

Job description

Responsibilities

The Policy Analyst will support the Sponsor by providing technical integration and programmatic support to a policy office.

• Develop and coordinate policy among stakeholders on behalf of the Front Office (FO).
• Provide direct support to the FO on time-sensitive matters that affect the entire organization.
• Maintain awareness of all organizational policies by reviewing them and providing feedback.
• Design and modify comprehensive briefing packages with data and information tailored to senior leadership.
• Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with facilitating meetings and information sessions.
• Assist in identifying and tracking action items, monitoring ongoing projects and initiatives, coordinating project schedules, and capturing meeting minutes.
• Assist the Sponsor in assessing, documenting, and tracking program requirements and follow-on Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs).
• Translate technical information into clear, readable documents and presentations for both technical and non-technical personnel.
• Conduct peer reviews and quality checks on all outgoing documents and presentations.
• Assist in identifying and defining process efficiencies.
• Work independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Must possess and be able to maintain a TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a scientific or technical discipline.
• BS 10-12, MS 8-10, PhD 5-7
• Demonstrated experience in developing and coordinating policy among stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience supporting the FO on time-sensitive matters that affect the entire organization.
• Demonstrated senior-level experience engaging and collaborating with external partners to develop enhanced communications and solutions responsive to the Sponsor’s requirements.
• Demonstrated senior-level experience in presentation and briefing development.
• Ability to maintain awareness of all organizational policies by reviewing them and providing feedback.
• Ability to fully coordinate project schedules.
• Ability to coordinate program management process activities, such as Program Reviews and Control Gate Reviews, including scheduling meetings and preparing briefings and presentations.
• Ability to assist in the preparation of management plans and reports.

Equal Pay Act

This is the projected compensation range for this position. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, Arcfield invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Arcfield ’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.Min: $110,185.29Max: $191,590.83

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.