Policy Analyst - 30075

HII; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) Savings

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

HII-Mission Technologies seeks a Senior Telecommunications Policy Analyst to support the DoW CIO. You will research, analyze, and develop policy recommendations on spectrum management, satellite communications, and governance for national security objectives.

Position requires SECRET clearance and onsite work in Arlington, VA. Salary is determined by experience, with multiple level bands and internal equity considerations. HII offers extensive career growth and benefits.

Qualifications

• LEVEL 2 requires 2 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's in a related field; 0 years with a Master's.
• LEVEL 3 requires 5 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's in a related field; 3 years with a Master's.
• LEVEL 4 requires 9 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's in a related field; 7 years with a Master's.
• Analytical and research skills to evaluate policy impacts and trade-offs.
• Ability to communicate complex technical and policy issues clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with DoW spectrum/space policy and initiatives.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Collaborative team player willing and eager to learn.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a structured environment.
• Clearance: SECRET security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, review, and coordination of telecommunications-related policies in alignment with DoW objectives and national security directives.
• Ensure policies are clear, fact-based, and consistent with external guidance (e.g., DoW, Executive Orders).
• Analyze internal and external telecommunications documents to assess DoW policy impacts, conflicts, and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare reports, briefs, and presentations for leadership and decision-makers on telecommunications policy issues, compliance status, and strategic recommendations.
• Translate technical findings into actionable policy recommendations for non-technical audiences.

Skills

Analytical skills

Policy communication

Policy familiarity

Organizational skills

Collaborative

Task management

Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Requisition Number: 30075

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $71,811.00 - $120,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Mid

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description

HII-Mission Technologies is seeking a Senior Telecommunications Policy Analyst to support the Department of War (DoW) Chief Information Officer (CIO).

We are seeking a skilled Senior Telecommunications Policy Analyst to support DoW CIO. In this role, the Senior Analyst will research, analyze, and develop policy recommendations related to spectrum management, satellite communications, emerging telecommunication technologies, and governance.

This position requires a SECRET level security clearance and will work onsite in Arlington, VA.

Salary for this position will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and skill set, while also considering internal equity and market competitiveness.

LEVEL 2 - $71,811 - $102,587

LEVEL 3 - $92,594 - $132,278

LEVEL 4 - $114,006 - $162,865

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Support the development, review, and coordination of telecommunications-related policies in alignment with Department of War objectives and national security directives.
• Ensure policies are clear, fact-based, and consistent with external guidance (e.g., DoW, Executive Orders)
• Analyze internal and external telecommunications documents to assess DoW policy impacts, conflicts, and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare reports, briefs, and presentations for leadership and decision-makers on telecommunications policy issues, compliance status, and strategic recommendations.
• Translate technical findings into actionable policy recommendations for non-technical audiences.

Minimum Qualifications

• LEVEL 2 - 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field.
• LEVEL 3 - 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field.
• LEVEL 4 - 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field.
• Analytical and research skills to evaluate policy impacts and trade-offs.
• Ability to communicate complex technical and policy issues clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with DoW spectrum/space policy and initiatives.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Collaborative team player willing and eager to learn.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a structured environment.
• Clearance: SECRET security clearance required.

Preferred Requirements

• TS/SCI is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Find the role that’s right for you. We look forward to meeting you.
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HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
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