Senior Policy Analyst — Defense Small Business Programs

Eccalon LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Eccalon seeks a Senior Policy Analyst to support the DoW Office of Small Business Programs and IBG, delivering expert policy analysis, strategic recommendations, and program support to boost small business participation in defense contracting.

You will evaluate legislation, regulations, and policy guidance, translating complex requirements into actionable guidance for senior leaders, contracting activities, and industry partners.

Qualifications

• SECRET security clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, business, public administration, law, acquisition, finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in federal policy, acquisition policy, small business programs, defense programs, or government contracting.
• Strong knowledge of federal acquisition processes, including FAR, DFARS, and small business regulatory frameworks.
• Experience supporting policy development, regulatory analysis, or program implementation within DoD or another federal agency.
• Familiarity with subcontracting plans, subcontracting compliance, and small business utilization requirements in federal contracting.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills, including experience drafting senior‑level correspondence and briefing materials.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and coordinate across diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.

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, decision memos, and recommendations for senior leadership.
• Support implementation and interpretation of statutes and regulations related to small business participation in DoD contracting.
• Provide subject matter expertise on federal small business programs, including subcontracting requirements, socioeconomic categories, and acquisition‑related policy impacts.
• Assist in the development, coordination, review, and revision of OSBP guidance, policy memoranda, standard operating procedures, and internal program materials.
• Conduct research and analysis on trends, risks, and opportunities related to small business utilization and supplier diversity within the defense industrial base.
• Track and assess the impact of legislative and regulatory developments from Congress, SBA, FAR, DFARS, and other federal agencies.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including contracting offices, program offices, legal counsel, SBA representatives, prime contractors, and small business partners.
• Support subcontracting program efforts, including review of subcontracting plans, performance trends, compliance considerations, and reporting requirements.
• Assist with analyzing subcontracting data and preparing reports, dashboards, summaries, and responses for leadership inquiries.
• Help identify barriers to subcontracting opportunities for small businesses and recommend policy or process improvements.
• Support meetings, working groups, industry engagement events, and interagency coordination related to small business and subcontracting matters.
• Prepare executive‑level briefings and present findings, recommendations, and status updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of OSBP priorities and mission objectives.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent writing and communication

Multitasking and prioritization

MS Office proficiency

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 seeks a Senior Policy Analyst to support the DoW Office of Small Business Programs and IBG, delivering expert policy analysis, strategic recommendations, and program support to boost small business participation in defense contracting.

You will evaluate legislation, regulations, and policy guidance, translating complex requirements into actionable guidance for senior leaders, contracting activities, and industry partners.