UAS Policy Analyst

A3 Technology, Inc. is seeking a junior level UAS Policy Analyst to join our team in Washington, DC.

• Support the security analysis of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operations, related technologies, and associated business processes.
• Review security requirements, identify potential risks and vulnerabilities, and help develop mitigation strategies to protect UAS environments and data.
• Analyze incidents, trends, and operational issues to support continuous improvement of security controls and procedures.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable policies, standards, and security best practices.

• Support analysis related to UAS investigations, enforcement actions, policy, and training.
• Prepare clear documentation, reports, and recommendations for leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Assist with monitoring, auditing, and maintaining security-related records and evidence as needed.

• Policy Development and Governance
  • Drafting and revising enterprise-wide or agency-wide policies.
  • Developing policy frameworks, directives, standards, and guidance documents.
  • Translating laws, regulations, Executive Orders, OMB memoranda, and agency directives into actionable policy.
  • Assessing policy impacts across multiple organizations and stakeholder groups.
  • Aligning policy with organizational strategy, mission objectives, and risk management goals.
• Strategic Analysis
  • Evaluating emerging threats, risks, technologies, and regulatory changes.
  • Conducting policy research and impact assessments.
  • Developing policy options and recommendations for senior decision-makers.
  • Balancing operational, legal, security, and business considerations.
• Executive-Level Communication
  • Preparing executive summaries, decision papers, white papers, and briefing materials.
  • Distilling complex technical issues into concise, non-technical language.
  • Anticipating questions from senior leaders and providing defensible recommendations.
  • Presenting findings and recommendations to executives, boards, and governance bodies.
• Legislative and Regulatory Knowledge
  • Understanding federal legislative processes.
  • Knowledge of Congressional reporting requirements and oversight processes.
  • Familiarity with federal cybersecurity laws, regulations, and guidance.
  • Experience analyzing proposed legislation and regulatory changes.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Coordinating across multiple organizations and levels of leadership.
  • Building consensus among technical, operational, legal, and executive stakeholders.
  • Facilitating policy reviews and adjudicating comments from diverse stakeholders.
• Leadership and Influence
  • Advising senior leaders on policy decisions.
  • Defending recommendations before executive review boards.
  • Influencing organizational direction without direct authority.
• Experience in security analysis, risk assessment, or a related analytical role.
• Strong understanding of security principles, controls, and common vulnerability management practices.
• Ability to evaluate information, identify patterns, and communicate findings clearly and professionally.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document technical information for a variety of audiences.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to research and gather information into actionable presentations.
• Ability to write action papers for senior leadership.

• Experience supporting UAS, aviation, aerospace, or transportation-related security activities.
• Experience with law enforcement or security operations.

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of professional work experience.

Additionally, US Citizenship or documented proof of eligibility to work in the US is a must. Upon receiving a conditional offer of employment, candidates will undergo a Government investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for Government clearance. Verification of past employment, education and references is also required. It is imperative that candidates be either a US citizen or a current green card holder with the last 3 consecutive years as a resident of the US.

The salary range for positions is $50,000 to $175,000. This…