Cyber Policy Analyst Full Time NEW

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter . Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The AUKUS, Submarines, and Industrial Base Group (ASIG), within the Sea, Land, Air Division, provides timely, objective, analytic assessments that integrate technical, operational, programmatic, policy and business analysis to NAVSEA Team Submarine program offices and key stakeholders surrounding submarine platform construction. Team Submarine unifies submarine platform procurement activities, which includes the Columbia-class SSBN program (a Major Defense Acquisition Program and the Navy’s top acquisition priority), the Virginia-class SSN program and the new SSN-X program (developing the next generation attack submarine), to bring improved capabilities to our undersea forces. Analysts and Engineers supporting Team Submarine will continue SPA’s decades of support to the SSBN force, as well as supporting oversight of cutting-edge attack submarine construction, assisting in developing the design requirements for the SSN platform of the future, and helping plan and execute new and innovative strategies to strengthen the critical submarine shipbuilding industrial base. These are high-profile, major acquisition and manufacturing programs of significant importance to the future capabilities of the US Navy in an era of renewed strategic competition. #FC #Dice #MC

Responsibilities

The IT/Cybersecurity Program Analyst is responsible for bridging the gap between technical cybersecurity operations and strategic program management. This role analyzes complex environments, identifies risks, and develops actionable plans to secure organizational data and infrastructure. The analyst will monitor system compliance, manage technical documentation, and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure best practices are implemented across all systems. Assist in the development, maintenance, and updating of polilcies, standard operating procedures, and compliance documentation.

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. DC Pay Transparency Range: $110 – $160k.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience
• Able to draft policies and procedures using pre-existing templates
• Able to draft Memoranda of Understanding/ Memoranda of Agreement (MOU/MOA)
• Able to provide broad assistance to program leads, including building and managing trackers and coordinating with stakeholders
• Able to work at the Washington Navy Yard, in person, five (5) days a week
• Secret clearance, must be able to obtain a CAC
• Strong written and verbal skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Desired Qualification

• Experience with IT, cyber, or security with the DoW or DoN
• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field
• Ability to understand technical considerations (e.g., RMF, information security)