Policy Analyst AFSOC

Apogee; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Apogee has an exciting new opportunity for a Policy Analyst (AFSOC) to support Headquarters United States Air Force (HAF/A10). This full-time, on-site role provides arms control subject‑matter expertise to Air Force Special Operations Command and other DAF units.

The position is located at Hurlburt Field AFB in Florida. Responsibilities include policy formulation, implementation, and compliance, on-site exercise support, training material development, and coordination with PEOs/SPOs.

Qualifications

• Citizenship is required: US citizen.
• Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Twelve (12) years of experience in the discipline; five (5) years in DoD.

Responsibilities

• Policy Formulation & Dissemination: research policy/technical issues and advise on treaty negotiations and compliance.
• Implementation & Compliance: support treaty implementation, prepare budget submissions, review compliance plans, input data into ACES.
• Exercise & Inspection Support: plan/manage annual exercises; assist units for inspections and update guidance.
• Education & Training: deliver USAFE-unique training materials and track changes.
• Modernization & Acquisition: work with PEOs/SPOs to ensure treaty compliance in programs.
• Analysis & Research: produce treaty analyses and impact assessments.
• Conference & Meeting Support: organize conferences, prepare materials, produce after-action reports.
• Policy Analysis & Recommendation: provide formal comments on documents and recommendations on policy/operations.
• Interagency Liaison: liaise between USAFE and external entities; represent USAFE in forums.

Skills

US citizenship

TS/SCI eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Apogee has an exciting new opportunity for a Policy Analyst (AFSOC) to support Headquarters United States Air Force (HAF/A10). In this role, you will provide full-time, on-site arms control subject‑matter expertise to Air Force Special Operations Command and other DAF units, supporting a full range of arms control activities, arms control policy formulation, development, and dissemination.

The HAF/A10 contract delivers technical, analytical, operational, programmatic, and planning subject‑matter expertise to HAF/A10 and its component divisions to advance national security strategic plans, policies, concepts, and initiatives.

This is a full‑time, on‑site position located at Hurlburt Field AFB in Florida.

• This position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

• Policy Formulation & Dissemination. Conduct research and analysis on policy and technical issues to provide recommendations on treaty negotiations, implementation, and compliance. Serve as the primary liaison between the USAFE, HAF, the DoW, and interagency forums (e.g., CRGs, IWGs)
• Implementation & Compliance. Provide technical expertise on all treaty implementation and compliance activities. Support the preparation of annual programming and budgeting submissions for the USAFE treaty‑related activities. Review and provide input on USAFE and unit‑level compliance plans and instructions. Input all required notifications and data into the Arms Control Enterprise System (ACES).
• Exercise & Inspection Support. Plan, schedule, and manage annual exercise events within the USAFE Area of Responsibility (AOR). Assist units in preparing for treaty implementation exercises and real‑world on‑site inspections. Provide direct on‑site assistance during exercises and inspections and update all relevant HAF and USAFE guidance documents.
• Education & Training. Deliverable: Provide quarterly‑reviewed and updated USAFE‑unique training materials. A log of changes will be submitted with each update.
• Modernization & Acquisition. Work directly with Program Executive Offices (PEOs) and System Program Offices (SPOs) to review and track acquisition programs, ensuring full compliance with all in‑force and developing treaties. Provide treaty expertise and advice to PEOs and SPOs regarding program impacts on treaty compliance.
• Analysis & Research. Conduct detailed research and analysis on policy and technical issues to support USAFE positions on treaty negotiations, implementation, and compliance. Produce formal treaty analysis papers, impact assessments, and recommendations.
• Conference & Meeting Support. Provide full logistical support for all USAFE‑sponsored conferences, workshops, and meetings. Prepare and manage all event materials (agendas, briefings, etc.), facilitate the event, and produce detailed after‑action reports and meeting minutes.
• Policy Analysis & Recommendation. Conduct continuous research, review, and analysis of policy and technical issues. Provide formal comments on official documents and produce detailed recommendations on Air Force policy and operations concerning treaty negotiations, implementation, and compliance.
• Interagency Liaison. Serve as the primary liaison between the supported USAFE and external entities, including DAF, the DoW, and other interagency planning and policymaking forums. Represent USAFE equities and positions in key forums such as CRGs, IWGs, and interagency backstopping meetings.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience:

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Clearance: Must have an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility and be able to maintain it
Education: Bachelor's degree
Years of Experience: Twelve (12) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline; to include five (5) years of DoD experience

Preferred Qualifications

Clearance: TS/SCI
Education: Master's degree
Years of Experience: Ten (10) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline; to include five (5) years of DoD experience

Additional Information

Location: Located at Hurlburt Field AFB in Florida
On-site: This is a full-time on-site position

• This position is contingent upon contract award.