Senior Legislative Analyst
$119,000–$172,000 year
On-siteArlington, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Advise senior leaders on congressional intent, statutory authorities, and legislative strategy regarding industrial base investments, supply chain resilience, and defense modernization. Research and assess risks in the defense industrial base, evaluate legislative impacts, and draft congressional responses, reports, and briefing materials for the Office of the Secretary of War and interagency partners. Translate complex NDAA provisions and appropriations language into actionable recommendations supporting DPA initiatives and the National Security Innovation Base. Coordinate congressional reporting requirements, monitor committee hearings, and develop executive briefings and issue papers for senior DoD officials.
Required Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Business, Economics, Legislative Affairs, Political Science, National Security Affairs, International Relations, International Economics, or other related field
- 10+ years of experience in the Department of Defense, Congress, federal agencies, or supporting federal legislative affairs, defense policy, or national security initiatives
- 6+ years of legislative work experience
- Knowledge of the congressional legislative process, NDAA, appropriations, and DoD statutory authorities
- Experience preparing congressional testimony, reports, executive briefings, and legislative correspondence
- Ability to synthesize complex legislative language into concise executive recommendations
- Exceptional analytical and communication skills, with the ability to distill complex issues into clear, concise written reports and oral presentations for senior leadership
- Experience developing and executing congressional engagement strategies with the House and Senate, including Armed Services and Appropriations Committees
- Experience collaborating across functional organizations, including acquisition, budget, policy, legal, and program management, to develop coordinated legislative positions
Desired Qualifications
- Experience operating within the Office of the Secretary of War (OSW) or a similar senior, strategic-level staff environment
- Experience navigating the DoW acquisition lifecycle and the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process to identify and mitigate industrial base risks
- Proven ability to effectively brief, interact with, and provide counsel to senior military leaders, including Flag and General Officers
- Professional certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) or a recognized equivalent
- Knowledge of Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS) program execution and oversight
- Experience leading, mentoring, or supervising professional staff, including assigning work, setting priorities, and fostering a high-performing team environment
- Staff-level experience on the Hill
- Experience supporting database management of the Department of War Congressional Hearings and Reporting Requirements Tracking System (CHARRTS)
- Experience with DPA, particularly Title III authorities, and defense industrial base investment programs
- Familiarity with industrial base assessments, supply chain risk management, and defense acquisition policy
- Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing congressional taskings
- DAWIA/DAU certification or equivalent acquisition experience
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