Senior Policy Analyst, Defense Small Business

Eccalon, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Eccalon, LLC seeks a Senior Policy Analyst to support the Department of War Office of Small Business Programs and Industrial Base Growth, delivering expert policy analysis and strategic recommendations across defense contracting programs. You will evaluate legislation, regulations, and guidance affecting small business participation and subcontracting initiatives.

The ideal candidate has deep experience in federal acquisition policy, defense programs, and subcontracting principles, with the

Qualifications

• Secretary security clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field as listed.
• 8+ years of experience in federal policy or acquisition policy, small business programs, or defense contracting.
• Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and small business regulatory frameworks.
• Experience drafting policy development, regulatory analysis, or program implementation.
• Familiarity with subcontracting plans and compliance in federal contracting.
• Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze proposed and existing laws, regulations, directives, and policies affecting DoW small business programs and acquisition activities.
• Develop policy papers, briefing materials, white papers, and briefing memos for senior leadership.
• Support interpretation of statutes and regulations related to small business participation in DoD contracting.
• Provide SME on federal small business programs, including subcontracting requirements and socioeconomic categories.
• Draft OSBP guidance, policy memos, SOPs, and internal program materials.
• Research trends, risks, and opportunities in defense supplier diversity.
• Track legislative and regulatory developments from Congress, SBA, FAR, DFARS, and others.
• Coordinate with internal/external stakeholders including contracting offices and industry partners.
• Assist with subcontracting program efforts, reviewing subcontracting plans and reporting requirements.
• Prepare reports and dashboards for leadership inquiries.

Skills

Policy analysis

Analytical writing

Communication

Project management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public policy, business, public administration, law, acquisition, finance, or related field

Master’s degree in public policy, law, business administration, acquisition, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Eccalon, LLC seeks a Senior Policy Analyst to support the Department of War Office of Small Business Programs and Industrial Base Growth, delivering expert policy analysis and strategic recommendations across defense contracting programs. You will evaluate legislation, regulations, and guidance affecting small business participation and subcontracting initiatives.

The ideal candidate has deep experience in federal acquisition policy, defense programs, and subcontracting principles, with the