Description
SAIC has an immediate opening for a Policy Analyst supporting the Headquarters Air Force Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Deterrence and Nuclear Integration, Policy and Strategy Division (AF/A10P), Nuclear Policy and Strategy Branch (AF/A10PS). Work will be performed in the Arlington, VA area (Pentagon).
Responsibilities include:
Assess and monitor studies, audits, and reports in work or completed by DoD and other agencies for AF/A10 equities and impacts to the Air Force nuclear mission
Perform analysis and draft position papers on strategic Air Force nuclear posture, Conventional-Nuclear Integration (CNI) and deterrence issues
Provide subject matter expertise to assist Air Force participation in and governance of Conventional-Nuclear Integration
Support AF/A10P engagement in wargaming across DoD, development of nuclear/non-nuclear integration
Draft and coordinate staff packages for review and approval
Develop briefings and presentations for senior Air Force leadership
Coordinate meetings and provide read ahead packages as necessary
Qualifications
Required Educational Background:
Bachelor’s Degree and ten or more years of related experience or Master’s Degree and eight years of related experienceRequired Experience/Skills:
Knowledge of the organization and functions of the Department of Defense
Demonstrated ability to work across the Air Staff and throughout multiple organizations of the Department of Defense
Background and knowledge in deterrence theory, nuclear strategy, arms control, geopolitics, and key military challenges facing the United States
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work both independently and within a team
Ability to manage and successfully accomplish multiple projects simultaneously
Demonstrated superior research, analytic, and writing skills required
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Desired Skills:
Familiarity with deterrence and arms control literature
Understanding of military operations and plans, particularly Air Force nuclear operations
Background and experience designing, analyzing, and participating in wargames
Familiarity with the US NC3 system
Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.REQNUMBER: 2401025
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