Strategic Influence & Perception Lead (TS/SCI)

Zachary Piper Solutions

Arlington, Northern (VA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 130,000 - 150,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks a Staff Officer SME (Influence, Deception, and Perception Management activities) to support the Office of the Under Secretary of War in Arlington, VA. The role focuses on strategy development and policy coordination within a high-security environment.

Qualified candidates will bring a Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years in policy development or analysis, with active TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

Must have strong analytical skills to identify trends, assess risks, and develop actionable recommendations.
Experience drafting policy in support of War/DoD operations and programs.
Ability to coordinate across multiple organizations and stakeholders in complex environments.
Experience preparing executive-level briefings, talking points, and decision-support materials.
Experience supporting intelligence, national security, or sensitive activity missions.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategies, plans, and initiatives across influence, deception, and perception management operations.
Assist senior leadership with governance activities via staff assistance visits, assessments, and reviews.
Prepare and staff time-sensitive action packages, executive correspondence, and decision-support materials.
Produce executive reports, briefings, and strategic communications for Congressional and senior officials.
Collaborate with stakeholders across the DoW and Intelligence Community to align strategies with mission requirements.