Strategic Policy Advisor for Homeland Security

Guidehouse

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 98,000 - 163,000

Full time

18 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Mobility Stipend

Job summary

Guidehouse seeks a Strategy & Policy Advisor to support the Department of Homeland Security. You will provide high‑visibility, mission‑critical support across six areas, working with DHS senior leadership, cross‑component stakeholders, and strategic planning teams to advance department‑wide policy execution and long‑term strategic initiatives.

The role emphasizes strategic alignment, analytics, automation, process improvement, executive secretariat support, and content development, with a focus

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree required.
3+ years in strategy, policy, program management, or related field.
Strong writing and communication for senior audiences.
Ability to collaborate in fast-paced, high-visibility environments.

Responsibilities

Advise senior DHS leaders on strategic priorities and policy issues.
Conduct policy research, analysis, and stakeholder engagement.
Prepare executive‑level briefings, reports, and memoranda.
Support governance, strategic planning, and performance management.
Lead cross‑functional projects across DHS components.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Policy analysis

Stakeholder management

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Power Automate

Job description

The role emphasizes strategic alignment, analytics, automation, process improvement, executive secretariat support, and content development, with a focus

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