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Job ID: 2616877
Location: Fort Belvoir, VA, US
Date Posted: 2026-09-16
Category: Defense/Intel
Subcategory: Policy Analyst
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: Top_Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE
Description
SAIC is looking for a Senior Policy Analyst to provide support conducting qualitative analyses on large data sets. This position requires the ability to collaborate across a diverse workforce to achieve objectives. This Performance Requirement includes:
- Assisting Department in conducting strategic analysis of internal and external assessment data to DoD critical missions to identify systemic vulnerabilities based on a broad array of threats to DoD installations, sites, critical infrastructure, and assets.
- Collecting, analyzing, correlating, and interpreting data using quantitative and qualitative methods; presenting data to the Department for the purpose of highlighting trends.
- Using integrated relational computer systems to create and access database files and preparing charts, graphs, and exhibits.
- Conducting comprehensive research projects, including assisting with programs evaluation studies and other administrative studies as assigned.
- Compiling, updating, and managing all-program data and producing the Department’s annual report.
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Conducting special projects and presenting unbiased data based solely on trend and statistical information.
Effectively communicating to senior leadership through briefings, written/verbal correspondence, and other means as necessary, that can be understood at multiple levels.
Qualifications
Required Skills:
- Bachelor’s and 10 years or more of related experience.
- Top Secret Security clearance with SCI eligibility.
- Background in Data Science
- Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Background or experience with regard to combating weapons of mass destruction.
- Experience with working with large DoD organizations.
- Experience conducting qualitative analysis on large data sets, especially for patterns or relationships.
- Proficient research and analytical skills.
- Experience in MS Office Suite.
Desired Skills:
- Prior experience with DTRA programs, specifically within DTRA Nuclear Enterprise.
- Ability to work in a dynamic work environment with a diverse client base.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to problem-solve in a time constrained environment.
Job ID: 2616877
Location: Fort Belvoir, VA, US
Date Posted: 2026-09-16
Category: Defense/Intel
Subcategory: Policy Analyst
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: Top_Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE
Description
SAIC is looking for a Senior Policy Analyst to provide support conducting qualitative analyses on large data sets. This position requires the ability to collaborate across a diverse workforce to achieve objectives. This Performance Requirement includes:
- Assisting Department in conducting strategic analysis of internal and external assessment data to DoD critical missions to identify systemic vulnerabilities based on a broad array of threats to DoD installations, sites, critical infrastructure, and assets.
- Collecting, analyzing, correlating, and interpreting data using quantitative and qualitative methods; presenting data to the Department for the purpose of highlighting trends.
- Using integrated relational computer systems to create and access database files and preparing charts, graphs, and exhibits.
- Conducting comprehensive research projects, including assisting with programs evaluation studies and other administrative studies as assigned.
- Compiling, updating, and managing all-program data and producing the Department’s annual report.
-
Conducting special projects and presenting unbiased data based solely on trend and statistical information.
Effectively communicating to senior leadership through briefings, written/verbal correspondence, and other means as necessary, that can be understood at multiple levels.
Qualifications
Required Skills:
- Bachelor’s and 10 years or more of related experience.
- Top Secret Security clearance with SCI eligibility.
- Background in Data Science
- Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Background or experience with regard to combating weapons of mass destruction.
- Experience with working with large DoD organizations.
- Experience conducting qualitative analysis on large data sets, especially for patterns or relationships.
- Proficient research and analytical skills.
- Experience in MS Office Suite.
Desired Skills:
- Prior experience with DTRA programs, specifically within DTRA Nuclear Enterprise.
- Ability to work in a dynamic work environment with a diverse client base.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to problem-solve in a time constrained environment.
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- TikTok33
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in policy jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in public policy, political science, economics, law, or a related field
- Experience conducting policy analysis, legislative research, or regulatory review
- Strong written communication skills including policy memos, briefs, and reports
- Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methods and data interpretation
- Familiarity with the legislative or regulatory process at the federal, state, or local level
- Experience engaging with government stakeholders, coalitions, or advocacy organizations
Tips for Your Policy Job Search
Translate your expertise into policy language
Policy resumes need to show causal impact on legislation, programs, or regulations, not just outputs. Reframe your experience around what changed because of your analysis, memo, or recommendation, and name the specific policy area it touched.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists policy openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Tailor your writing samples to the role
Most policy positions require a writing sample. Match the sample to the issue area of the role you are targeting. A regulatory comment letter works better for a rulemaking position than a broad white paper does.
Target your search by issue area and sector
Policy is fragmented by issue area and employer type. A background in environmental regulation rarely crosses over to health policy in the same hiring cycle. Search by your specific domain and the sector that funds it, whether federal, state, or nonprofit.
Prepare for a policy case or exercise interview
Many policy interviews include a written exercise or oral briefing simulation. Practice distilling a dense regulatory document into a one-page memo with a clear recommendation, because that is often the exact task you will face in the room.
Negotiate using scope, not just title
Policy roles in government and nonprofits often have compressed salary bands. When you have limited room to negotiate pay, push on portfolio breadth, the seniority of stakeholders you will advise, and whether the role includes external representation or testimony.
Policy Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most policy professionals?
The companies hiring the most policy professionals right now include TikTok, Google, and Johns Hopkins University, with the largest share of openings in District of Columbia, California, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is concentrated in organizations with active government affairs, compliance, or advocacy functions.
How many policy jobs are remote?
About 68% of policy openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though availability depends heavily on the employer type and issue area. Research, communications, and think tank roles tend to offer the most location flexibility, while positions tied to government relations or legislative offices are more likely to require in-person presence near a state capital or Washington, D.C.
How do you become a policy analyst?
Most policy analysts start with a degree in public policy, economics, political science, or law, then build experience through internships with government agencies, nonprofits, or advocacy groups. Developing a specialization in a specific issue area, such as health, housing, or education, makes you a stronger candidate. Strong writing and the ability to synthesize complex regulatory material into clear recommendations are the skills hiring managers evaluate most.
How do you get a policy job with little experience?
Entry-level policy candidates get hired by demonstrating issue-area knowledge rather than formal job history. Internships with legislative offices, think tanks, or advocacy organizations carry significant weight. Publishing a policy brief, presenting original research at a conference, or working on a campaign or ballot initiative in a policy-adjacent capacity can substitute for direct professional experience in early-career hiring decisions.
What does the policy interview process look like?
Policy interviews typically begin with a phone screen focused on your issue-area expertise and your familiarity with the organization's work. A second round usually includes a writing exercise or policy memo, where you analyze a scenario and make a recommendation under time constraints. Final rounds often involve a panel with senior staff, where you may be asked to brief decision-makers or defend a position under questioning.
Where can I find and apply to policy jobs?
You can find and apply to policy jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from government agencies, nonprofits, think tanks, and advocacy organizations across the United States. Find roles that match your issue area and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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