DHS Foreign Investment Risk Analyst

Overview

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!

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The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.

The Industry and Security Analysis Group (ISAG) within JOID provides analytical, technical, and program support to promote, grow, and protect the U.S. industrial base. ISAG’s support spans the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Commerce, and other agencies to deliver critical decision support to national security leaders. Our team informs policy decisions, enables execution of comprehensive strategies and monitors and reports on the effectiveness of implementation.

This enables senior leaders to execute strategies for developing and sustaining a robust industrial base that meets our nation’s strategic resource objectives. From policy to practice, we are a team of economic and national security professionals providing innovative solutions for our Nation’s most pressing security challenges.

We have an upcoming need for a Foreign Investment Risk Analyst to provide onsite support the DHS in the NCR.

The Foreign Investment Risk Analyst will support Department of Homeland Security in the execution of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) risk reduction efforts. CFIUS is an interagency committee authorized to review certain transactions involving foreign investment in the United States and certain real estate transactions by foreign persons, in order to determine the effect of such transactions on the national security.

The candidate will review CFIUS filings, including documentation relating to mergers and stock purchase agreements, corporate ownership structures, and USG contracting information. Conduct due diligence and fact‑finding research with DHS stakeholders to assess risk arising from foreign direct investment and the implications relative to DHS’s security interests, industrial base supply chain, dual‑use technology transfer, personal data, and cybersecurity. Perform analysis on available CFIUS documentation, DHS SME assessments, and classified finished intelligence.

Author risk‑based assessments regarding certain foreign investments, and produce case summaries, talking points, and action memorandum for senior DHS leaders.

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience developing clear and concise risk summaries suitable for senior leadership.
• Experience conducting coordination and engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools.
• Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and DHS suitability.
• Able to work fully onsite based on client needs.