Defense Industrial Base Intelligence Analyst

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! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. 

The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division (JOID) 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.

SPA has a near-term need for an Intelligence Analyst to provide National Security and Intelligence Research support for the Office of Global Investment and Economic Security (GIES). The candidate will support the client onsite in the Pentagon (Arlington, VA).

The GIES Intelligence Analyst will conduct due diligence and fact-finding research on foreign direct investment, the defense industrial base supply chain, dual-use technology transfer, and other key areas to assess the implications relative to U.S. defense security interests. The ideal candidate brings experience with intelligence and open-source research within Department of Defense and an understanding of the Defense Industrial Base issues.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of experience supporting national security issues
• Superior written and verbal communication skills to clearly, concisely, and accurately communicate with peers and senior government officials
• Ability to understand highly technical information and be able to translate that to policy makers through technical analytic products
• Experience developing analysis briefings, technical reports, and DoD Executive Memos
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Desired:

• Experience analyzing intelligence related to threat finance and/or critical technology areas
• Experience interfacing with the Intelligence Community and other Federal agencies
• Understanding of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States and the defense industrial base