Policy Analyst III - Defense Health Agency (DHA)

KSA Integration, LLC; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

HSA/FSA medical plans

Paid time off

Flexible work environment

401K with company match

Observes federal holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Zusammenfassung

KSA Integration, LLC is seeking a Policy Analyst III to support the DHA DES and SCAADL programs. The role involves researching, writing, and staff policy for DoD DES and related programs at DHA.

The candidate should have extensive policy writing experience and a strong understanding of DoD policy standards. The position requires security clearance readiness, a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, and experience with federal health or personnel policy.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, public administration, business administration, or related field.
• 7+ years of policy analysis or policy writing experience, with 3+ years in DoD/VA/federal health or personnel policy.
• Strong writing to DoD correspondence standards.
• Must pass Tier 1 background investigation and qualify for CAC.
• Within 30 days of start, complete DHA contractor annual training, DHA telework training, and privacy training for PII/PHI.
• Handles CUI and PHI only on government-furnished laptop.

Aufgaben

• Analyze new or changed Federal laws, DoD and Military Department policy, and VA policy for impact on DES and SCAADL operations.
• Draft decision papers, policy, and implementation guidance within five business days of tasking.
• Build staffing packages to DoD 5110.4-M and DoD issuance style guide with minimal Government rework.
• Prepare reports and independent analyses for internal and external taskers within five business days, including GAO/IG engagements.
• Peer review policy products from other analysts.

Kenntnisse

Strong writing

DoD correspondence

CAC access

CUI/PHI handling

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in public policy/public administration/business administration

Master's degree

Jobbeschreibung

Description

KSA Integration is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that provides business and management solutions through two core portfolios: (1) Warrior Readiness, and (2) Warrior Care. We are a rapidly growing government contractor that has built a reputation for focused customer service, on-time performance, and continuous improvement. To demonstrate this, KSA has been awarded the Inc. Best Workplaces, a prestigious list of businesses recognized for the value placed on company culture, standout worker benefits, and the prioritization of employee well-being, every year from 2019 to 2025. KSA also earned recognition on the Best for Vets List by Military Times from 2019 to 2025 and garnered the Department of Labor “Hire Vets” Platinum Medallion Award from 2021 to 2025.

Position Overview

This position supports the Defense Health Agency (DHA) Disability Evaluation System (DES) Program Support contract as a Policy Analyst III. The Policy Analyst III researches, writes, and staffs policy for the Department of Defense (DoD) Disability Evaluation System (DES) and the Special Compensation for Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (SCAADL) program at the Defense Health Agency (DHA). The DES program office sets the policy that governs how Service members with duty-limiting conditions are evaluated for fitness and compensated.

This Position is Contingent Upon Award

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision (82% of employee’s premium paid by company, 25% towards dependents)
• HSA / FSA Medical Plans
• PTO
• Flexible Work Environment and Encourage Work/Life Balance
• 401K with Company Match
• Observes all federal holidays
• Professional Development/Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Annual Career Development Process

Job Type

Full-time/Exempt

Location

Hybrid remote. Candidates must live within commuting distance of Defense Health Headquarters in Falls Church, Virginia. Day-to-day work is remote, and all Government meetings are virtual.

Schedule

Full-time. Available 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time, Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.

Openings

1

Anticipated Start Date

Late November 2026, contingent upon contract award.

Position Responsibilities

• Analyze new or changed Federal laws, DoD and Military Department policy, and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) policy for impact on DES and SCAADL operations.
• Draft decision papers, policy, and implementation guidance within five business days of tasking.
• Build staffing packages to DoD 5110.4-M and the DoD issuance style guide that need little or no Government rework.
• Prepare reports and independent analyses for internal and external taskers within five business days, including support to Government Accountability Office (GAO) and Inspector General (IG) engagements.
• Peer review policy products from other analysts.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, public administration, business administration, or a related field required.
• 7 or more years of policy analysis or policy writing experience, with 3 or more years in DoD, VA, or Federal health or personnel policy.
• Strong writing to DoD correspondence standards.
• Must be able to pass a Tier 1 background investigation and qualify for a Common Access Card (CAC).
• Within 30 days of start, complete DHA contractor annual training, DHA telework training and agreement, and privacy training for Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Handles Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and PHI only on a Government-furnished laptop.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Master's degree.
• Experience with the DES, Integrated Disability Evaluation System (IDES), or military personnel and health policy.
• Experience staffing actions through the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness.

United States of America

$90,000 USD to $120,000 USD

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

KSA Integration is an equal opportunity employer.