Strategic Defense Staff Officer | TS/SCI | Onsite Arlington

Zachary Piper Solutions; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks a Defense Staff Officer in Arlington, VA, onsite, to apply expertise in intelligence analysis and strategic operations in advisory support to the DoD and IC. The role requires TS/SCI clearance and coordination across agencies for senior leadership decisions.

Responsibilities include developing executive briefings, policy reviews, and rapid response to time-sensitive requests while maintaining compliance with laws and DoD directives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2-3+ years supporting national security, intelligence, and strategic operations.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required; experience in intelligence, national security, defense, counterintelligence, or sensitive missions.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to identify trends, assess risks, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Experience preparing executive-level briefings, talking points, and decision-support materials for senior leadership.
• Coordinate across multiple organizations and stakeholders in complex mission environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Interagency working groups or cross-functional teams experience preferred.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-stakes national security environments.

Responsibilities

• Analyze intelligence reports and operational updates to support informed decision-making and strategic operations.
• Develop and deliver executive-level briefing materials for generals, senior Pentagon officials, and defense leadership.
• Review and evaluate policies to ensure special operations activities comply with laws, regulations, and DoD directives.
• Coordinate with military intelligence agencies, interagency partners, and government organizations to support mission objectives and policy alignment.
• Prepare strategic talking points, policy recommendations, and decision-support materials for senior leaders and executive stakeholders.
• Respond rapidly to high-priority and time-sensitive requests with accurate information and actionable guidance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Executive briefings

Interagency coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Written & verbal communication

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Policy & governance

National security experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks a Defense Staff Officer in Arlington, VA, onsite, to apply expertise in intelligence analysis and strategic operations in advisory support to the DoD and IC. The role requires TS/SCI clearance and coordination across agencies for senior leadership decisions.

Responsibilities include developing executive briefings, policy reviews, and rapid response to time-sensitive requests while maintaining compliance with laws and DoD directives.