Sr. Strategic Planner and Policy Lead Job Arlington area,Virginia USA,Government

Position/Job Title
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Senior Strategic Planner, Strategic Planning Analysis Services

Location: Arlington, VA

Start Date: October 11

Security Clearance: Secret (TS/SCI Preferred)

Travel: CONUS Travel as Required

Pay: $115,000 to $130,000

Why Vectrona: Vectrona is a mission driven systems, technology, and operational solutions company built for people who want their work to matter. As proud Americans, we support national security missions that strengthen our institutions and help safeguard our nation’s security and prosperity.

We challenge assumptions, seek out hard problems, and bring together people, processes, software, technology, training, and operational expertise to create solutions that simplify the complex and help others succeed.

Our culture values integrity, ownership, personal leadership, sound judgment, teamwork, curiosity, and the willingness to step up when something important needs to get done. We want teammates who take responsibility for outcomes, contribute beyond the limits of a job description when the mission requires it, and help the people around them succeed.

Why This Work Matters: The Senior Strategic Planner supports the National Guard Bureau J5 J Plans Division at the intersection of national strategy, joint planning, risk assessment, and senior leader decision making.

This role helps ensure National Guard priorities and capabilities are represented in the broader defense planning process and reflected in campaign plans, strategic assessments, contingency plans, and policy recommendations.

The work requires more than understanding planning frameworks. It requires the ability to interpret complex strategic guidance, identify implications for the National Guard, challenge assumptions, evaluate risk, and translate analysis into clear recommendations that senior leaders can act on.

The person in this role will help shape how National Guard equities are integrated into joint and Department of Defense planning while supporting decisions that affect current operations, future missions, readiness, and national defense priorities.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

Lead development of NGB planning inputs into the Joint Strategic Planning System (JSPS) and Chairman’s Risk Assessment
Support integration of National Guard equities into DoD campaign plans, functional plans, and strategic documents
Draft and coordinate CNGB planning guidance, strategic assessments, and policy position papers
Conduct research and provide strategic analysis on homeland defense, war fighting, and interagency coordination issues
Represent J5-J in working groups, planning conferences, and engagements with OSD, Joint Staff, CCMDs, and state entities
Develop MODA-based decision support tools and visualizations for leadership review
Mentor junior analysts and contribute to internal knowledge management

Preferred Education/Degree:

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Strategic Studies, Political Science, International Relations, or related field
8+ years of experience in joint planning, policy development, or strategic analysis in a DoD environment
Active U.S. Secret clearance (TS/SCI preferred)

Preferred:

JPME I or II, SAMS, or equivalent joint planning certification
Prior experience supporting the National Guard, Joint Staff, or CCMD planners

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and

Qualifications:

Expert knowledge of JSPS, JSCP, GEF, and NMS planning frameworks
Familiarity with NGB missions, structure, and intergovernmental coordination dynamics
Strong written communication and executive-level briefing skills
Ability to synthesize complex policy issues and translate them into actionable recommendations

VECTRONA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

All Vectrona employment is contingent upon the individual providing legal proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States and satisfactory background check results.

Employment with Vectrona is "at will" in accordance with Federal/State laws.

Vectrona provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applications for employment. In addition to federal law requirements, Vectrona complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.