Policy Analyst (Secret Clearance)

Portastrategies; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401K

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Portastrategies is seeking a Policy Analyst to support research and development of federal regulatory initiatives related to financial crimes, cryptocurrency, and national security. The role requires immediate availability and is based in Washington, DC on-site.

The ideal candidate has 3–7+ years in public policy or related fields, with strong analytical and writing abilities, plus a background in economics, law, or similar disciplines. A Secret clearance is required for this contract.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required.
• 3–7+ years of relevant experience.
• Background in public policy, economics, law, or related field.
• Experience with federal agencies or regulatory environments preferred.
• Strong analytical and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on statutes, prior rulemakings, and policy frameworks
• Analyze regulatory impacts and stakeholder feedback
• Support development of policy memoranda and briefing materials
• Assist in processing and summarizing public comments
• Support regulatory impact assessments and reporting

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title: Policy Analyst – Financial Regulation (Secret Clearance Required)

Location: Washington, DC (On-site)
Job Type: Full-time

Overview

We are hiring Policy Analysts to support research, analysis, and development of federal regulatory initiatives related to financial crimes, cryptocurrency, and national security. Applicants must be available to begin work immediately.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research on statutes, prior rulemakings, and policy frameworks


• Analyze regulatory impacts and stakeholder feedback


• Support development of policy memoranda and briefing materials


• Assist in processing and summarizing public comments


• Support regulatory impact assessments and reporting

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance (required)


• 3–7+ years of relevant experience


• Background in public policy, economics, law, or related field


• Experience with federal agencies or regulatory environments preferred


• Strong analytical and writing skills


• Bachelors degree


• Experience with digital assets preferred

Why Join Us

• Work on mission-critical national security and financial integrity programs


• Direct support to federal financial services agency


• High-impact regulatory work shaping U.S. financial policy


• Competitive compensation and long-term contract stability

Pay: $95,000.00 – $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance


• Dental insurance


• 401K


• Life insurance


• Paid time off

Security clearance:

• Active Secret Clearance

Ability to Commute:

• Washington, DC 20036

Work Location:

• In person