Professional Military Education Analyst (SME)

CATHEXIS; Virginia; On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance Bonuses

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan (Traditional and ROTH)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

11 Federal Holidays

Parental Leave

Commuter Benefits

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Program

Community Outreach Initiatives

Job summary

CATHEXIS is seeking a Professional Military Education Analyst (SME) to provide senior-level policy and analytical support for the SSC task force in Arlington, VA. This onsite role supports policy development, evaluation of curricula, and governance, reporting to the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Strategic Readiness.

The candidate will conduct policy research, draft memos, and coordinate with DoD stakeholders, ensuring alignment with NDS and NDAA provisions.

Qualifications

• Active Secret DoW clearance is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, National Security Studies, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Minimum of eight years of professional policy analysis, policy development, or program evaluation experience.
• Ability to work independently on high-visibility or mission-critical program aspects.
• Strong analytical and writing skills; translate complex policy/regulatory issues into clear recommendations for senior leadership.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word/PowerPoint), SharePoint, and standard research/analysis tools.
• Must be a United States citizen to obtain and maintain a DoW security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct policy research, analysis, and interpretation for SSC Task Force decisions.
• Lead review and revision of OBME Policy and DoDI 1322.35; draft policy language and recommendations.
• Analyze NDAA Title 10 education provisions for compliance and policy implications.
• Support cost-benefit analyses for SSC degrees and related governance considerations.
• Develop policy positions and briefing materials for fellowship program evaluations.
• Draft policy memoranda and briefing papers for leadership review and approval.
• Support governance and education policy assessments across services and Joint Staff.
• Coordinate stakeholder engagement across Military Services, Joint Staff, and DoD.

Skills

Active Secret DoW Clearance

Analytical writing

MS Office

SharePoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

Team CATHEXIS elevates the government contracting experience through rapid response, deep skill, and thoughtful problem‑solving and communication. Our core capabilities are our top-tier program and project management, data analytics, and audit services, the backbone of which is our integrated approach to operational excellence.

You worked hard to get to where you are. You strive to make every day better than the day before. So do we. Team CATHEXIS operates with an all-in mindset. We are working together to create a company that supports our shared values and individual goals. Our values are centered around leading with integrity, owning the outcome, growing together, and moving with purpose in everything we do for our employees, customers, partners, and communities. We believe success is best when we listen and lead with empathy; model high standards of ethics to provide a rewarding candidate experience; work hard, have fun, and appreciate the strengths we all bring to the team; and empower our employees to create innovative and trusted results.

Professional Military Education Analyst (SME)

The SME III will provide senior‑level subject matter and analytical support to the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Strategic Readiness (DASW(SR)), Warfighter Development Division, Warfighter Education Section, working independently on high‑visibility and mission‑critical aspects of the Senior Service College (SSC) Task Force's review of the SSC Fellowship Program, SSC curricula, and the broader Professional Military Education (PME) portfolio in support of the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Personnel and Readiness (OUSW(P&R)). This position is located in Arlington, VA (Pentagon).

This position will be onsite daily at the Pentagon, located in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

• Conducting policy research, analysis, and interpretation to inform Senior Service College (SSC) Task Force decision‑making and policy formulation, including alignment with the National Defense Strategy (NDS)
• Leading the review and revision of Outcomes Based Military Education (OBME) Policy and Procedures and DoDI 1322.35, drafting policy language and recommendations to inform leadership decisions
• Analyzing NDAA Title 10 education provisions and other statutory and regulatory requirements to assess SSC program compliance and inform policy recommendations
• Supporting the SSC Degree‑Granting Cost‑Benefit Analysis by evaluating the policy, statutory, and governance considerations related to continued degree‑granting authority
• Developing policy positions and briefing materials related to the SSC Fellowship Program grading methodology and evaluation of Fellowship Request for Program Information (RPI) submissions against Department selection criteria
• Drafting policy memoranda, decision papers, white papers, and issue papers for DASW(SR) and OUSW(P&R) leadership review and approval
• Supporting the SSC Objectives Evaluation, Faculty Composition Analysis, Governing Body Assessment, and Curriculum and Warfighting Readiness Assessment by analyzing the policy and governance implications of findings
• Coordinating stakeholder engagement and staffing of policy products across the Military Services, Joint Staff, and other DoD stakeholders
• Preparing policy‑focused inputs for annual reports (including the NDAA 557 Report), Government Accountability Office (GAO) report responses, stakeholder reports, and leadership reports to OUSW(P&R), SECWAR, and Congress
• Supporting Warfighter Education Coordination Council (WECC) and Military Education Coordination Council (MECC) engagements with policy analysis, briefing materials, and summaries of findings
• Tracking legislative, regulatory, and DoD policy developments relevant to military education and SSC governance, and assessing implications for the Task Force's work
• Informing the development of parameters for a dashboard to track Individual Learning Records (ILR) and Career Education Records (CER) for military members, ensuring alignment with policy and governance requirements and compatibility with Military Service personnel and manpower systems

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret DoW Clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, National Security Studies, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• Minimum of eight years of professional experience in policy analysis, policy development, or program evaluation, to include experience supporting government or military leadership
• Demonstrated ability to perform all functional duties independently on high‑visibility or mission‑critical program aspects
• Ability to work responsibly and independently with minimal direct supervision, and other duties as assigned
• Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to translate complex policy, statutory, and regulatory issues into clear recommendations for senior leadership
• Proficiency with MS Office (including Word and PowerPoint), SharePoint, and standard research and analysis tools
• Must be a United States citizen to obtain and maintain a DoW security clearance

Desired Skills

• Master's degree preferred in a related policy field
• Experience supporting OUSW(P&R), DASW(SR), the Joint Staff, or other senior DoW leadership
• Familiarity with DoDI 1322.35, Outcomes Based Military Education (OBME) requirements, and NDAA Title 10 education provisions
• Experience drafting DoD policy issuances, decision memos, or Congressional testimony/report inputs
• Experience supporting military personnel/manpower policy or professional military education (PME) governance
• Experience supporting the military, Veterans Administration, or prior military experience

CATHEXIS offers competitive compensation packages to all eligible employees. Our goal is to provide a compensation package that reflects the value you bring to our team, is competitive with national average market rates, and promotes your financial security and personal well‑being. The annual salary range for this role is $150,000 - $180,000. Please note that the salary information provided is a general guideline. CATHEXIS considers various factors in its final offer, including location, qualifications, experience, and skills.

• Performance Bonuses
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan (Traditional and ROTH)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off
• 11 Federal Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Program
• Community Outreach Initiatives

CATHEXIS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability EEO IS THE LAW. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Recruiting [e-mail]