Policy and Strategy Analyst SME

Noblis; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

Noblis is seeking an experienced Policy and Strategy Analyst SME to deliver research and analysis, design and implement strategy, and work across the interagency to identify solutions. You will develop cybersecurity requirements, support RMF and ATO activities, and advise on IC policies.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance, senior-level experience, and the ability to operate across government layers in a dynamic mission-driven environment. Bethesda-based with potential hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required.
• Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI and CI Polygraph.
• BA degree with 12+ years or Masters with 10+ years in relevant experience.
• Experience supporting cybersecurity policy development and risk analysis.
• Knowledge of IC cybersecurity policies, RMF/ATO processes.
• Ability to partner across IC and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and publish baseline security requirements for common enterprise services.
• Conduct critical path analysis, risk assessments, and task dependency analyses.
• Develop cybersecurity requirements and constraints informing program architecture artifacts, business cases, and CONOPS.
• Provide expert guidance on cybersecurity issues, risks, and requirements.
• Demonstrate understanding of cybersecurity requirements across the IC.
• Maintain knowledge of NSS initiatives and IC policy development.

Skills

Policy analysis

Interagency collaboration

Cybersecurity knowledge

Risk assessment

Education

BA degree

Masters degree

Job description

Bethesda, Maryland

Responsibilities

Noblis is seeking an experienced Policy and Strategy Analyst SME professional with an extensive background working at high levels of government to deliver exquisite research and analysis, design, develop, or implement strategy, and to define gaps and work across the interagency to identify solutions and make an impact within a dynamic mission-oriented environment.

• Develop and publish baseline security requirements for common enterprise services, ensuring capabilities remain compliant with applicable cybersecurity directives, policies, and standards.
• Conduct critical path analysis, risk assessments, and task dependency analyses to identify cybersecurity risks, dependencies, and potential impacts.
• Develop cybersecurity requirements and constraints that inform foundational technical documentation, including program architecture artifacts, business cases, and Concepts of Operations (CONOPS).
• Provide expert guidance and actionable recommendations on cybersecurity-related issues, risks, and requirements.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity requirements and policies across the Intelligence Community (IC).
• Maintain a strong understanding of National Security Systems (NSS) initiatives, requirements, and associated cybersecurity considerations.
• Demonstrate familiarity with the Intelligence Community policy development and update process.
• Possess a working knowledge of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) organizational structure, functions, and processes.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and collaborate effectively as part of a cross-functional team.

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required.
• Must have an active Top Secret Clearance with SCI and CI Polygraph.
• Typically requires a BA degree and 12+ years of prior relevant experience OR Masters with 10+ years of prior relevant experience.
• Proven experience supporting cybersecurity policy development, baseline security requirements, compliance assessments, risk analysis, and cybersecurity recommendations.
• Strong knowledge of Intelligence Community (IC) cybersecurity policies, authorities, governance frameworks, and requirements.
• Experience supporting the Authorization to Operate (ATO) process and Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities.
• Demonstrated experience partnering and collaborating across the IC on cybersecurity and mission-related initiatives.
• Working knowledge of National Security Systems (NSS) initiatives, IC organizational structures and processes, and the IC policy development and update process.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with a proven ability to produce concise, thorough, accurate, and high-quality deliverables.
• Ability to adapt to changing customer priorities and mission requirements while working independently or as part of a team.

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI, and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us

Why work at a Noblis company?

• Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Posted Salary Range

USD $132,900.00 - USD $207,750.00 /Yr.