Senior Policy Analyst - DoD Health & Disability Policy

KSA Integration, LLC; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401K with company match

Flexible work environment

Professional development programs

Job summary

KSA Integration, LLC is looking for a Senior Policy Analyst in Falls Church, VA. This role involves leading policy research and ensuring compliance across the Disability Evaluation System and SCAADL programs. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree, supervising analytical staff and engaging with DoD leadership.

Join a leading organization recognized for its commitment to employee well-being and benefits that support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in DoD or OSD policy analysis and development.
• Familiarity with DES/IDES and related health/personnel policies.
• Demonstrated skills in policy writing and stakeholder coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead policy research and development for DES/SCAADL programs.
• Analyze compliance of Military Departments with DoD policies.
• Supervise policy analysts and deliver documentation to senior leaders.

Skills

DoD or OSD policy analysis/development

Policy writing

Staffing coordination

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

KSA Integration is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that provides business and management solutions through two core portfolios: (1) Warrior Readiness, and (2) Warrior Care. We are a rapidly growing government contractor that has built a reputation for focused customer service, on-time performance, and continuous improvement. To demonstrate this, KSA has been awarded the Inc. Best Workplaces, a prestigious list of businesses recognized for the value placed on company culture, standout worker benefits, and the prioritization of employee well-being, every year from 2019 to 2025. KSA also earned recognition on the Best for Vets List by Military Times from 2019 to 2025 and garnered the Department of Labor “Hire Vets” Platinum Medallion Award from 2021 to 2025.

Position Overview

This position supports the Defense Health Agency (DHA) Disability Evaluation System (DES) Support contract as a Policy Analyst (Senior), Supervisor. This position leads policy research, development, analysis, and integration across the DES and SCAADL programs, supervising the policy analytic staff. The Policy Analyst ensures Military Department compliance with DoD strategic and operational policy and shapes new and revised DoD guidance in direct support of DASD (HSP&O) and the DHA Director.

This Position is Contingent Upon Award

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision (82% of employee’s premium paid by company, 25% towards dependents)
• HSA / FSA Medical Plans
• PTO
• Flexible Work Environment and Encourage Work/Life Balance
• 401K with Company Match
• Observes all federal holidays
• Professional Development/Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Annual Career Development Process

Job Type: Full-time/Exempt

Location: On-site, Defense Health Agency, Falls Church, VA

Anticipated Start Date: Upon Contract Award (Estimated August–October 2026)

Position Responsibilities

• Research and compare existing guidance; propose, develop, and staff new or revised DES/SCAADL policy, including packages routed through appropriate DoD staffing channels (e.g., USD(P&R)).
• Analyze Military Department DES and SCAADL compliance with DoD policies, procedures, and other guidance; identify gaps and recommend courses of action.
• Support the DES Quality Assurance Program policy framework IAW DoDM 1332.18, Volume 2, and the Physical Disability Board of Review (PDBR).
• Review program performance against goals and indicators; develop recommended changes to existing processes or new DoD policy.
• Supervise policy analysts; review work products; deliver briefings and written documentation to senior DoD leaders, the VA, and oversight bodies.

Requirements

• 8+ years of DoD or OSD policy analysis/development, including supervisory or team‑lead experience.
• Familiarity with the DES/IDES, SCAADL, and DoDM 1332.18, Volume 2 (or directly analogous health/personnel policy).
• Demonstrated policy writing, staffing, and stakeholder‑coordination skills.
• Bachelor’s degree required. Must be able to pass an ADP/IT II (non‑critical sensitive) background investigation; U.S. citizenship required.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Master’s degree; prior OSD Health Affairs / HSP&O or Military Department DES policy experience.
• Experience staffing policy packages through senior DoD review channels.

KSA Integration is an equal opportunity employer.