Senior Homeland Defense & Emergency Preparedness Lead

analyticservicesinc; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

ANSER, a national security and homeland defense analysis firm, seeks a Senior Homeland Defense and Emergency Preparedness Analyst in the Arlington, VA area. The role provides integrated mission support to ASW(HD&ASA) and DASW(HD) and focuses on domestic incident preparedness, interagency coordination, and decision-support materials.

Responsibilities include developing executive-level briefs, coordinating with federal and state partners, and advancing interagency processes.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any field.
• 7+ years in preparedness, emergency management, homeland security, or related national security mission areas.
• 5+ years coordinating with multiple government organizations and mission partners.
• 5+ years developing executive‑level planning products, reports, or briefing materials.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop structured processes for Council of Governors engagements and prepare briefing materials.
• Coordinate among federal and state organizations and mission partners for defense initiatives.
• Create coordination frameworks to strengthen interagency collaboration during incidents.
• Support FEMA coordination and interagency planning frameworks enhancement.
• Research homeland defense and emergency preparedness issues for senior leadership decisions.
• Produce executive briefs, reports, assessments, and planning documents.
• Identify opportunities to improve coordination and preparedness capabilities.
• Coordinate priorities and deliverables across multiple government partners.
• Adapt to evolving mission requirements in a dynamic national security environment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Organizational skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

ANSER, a national security and homeland defense analysis firm, seeks a Senior Homeland Defense and Emergency Preparedness Analyst in the Arlington, VA area. The role provides integrated mission support to ASW(HD&ASA) and DASW(HD) and focuses on domestic incident preparedness, interagency coordination, and decision-support materials.

Responsibilities include developing executive-level briefs, coordinating with federal and state partners, and advancing interagency processes.