Operational History Analyst

Arrow Security &Training • Ft Bragg, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Operational History Analyst supports USSOCOM by collecting, analyzing, and applying operational history to planning, training, capability development, and lessons learned. The role manages digital and physical archival collections, metadata standards, preservation, and researcher access, collaborating with planners and intelligence teams. Requires TS/SCI, a related bachelor's or equivalent experience, and 8+ years in DoD/USSOCOM environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline (8 years of relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree)
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in historical research, analysis, or documentation within the DoD, Joint, or Interagency environment
• At least 8 years of experience supporting USSOCOM
• Familiarity with operational history programs, military archives, or lessons learned processes
• Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to synthesize complex historical data into actionable insights
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including experience preparing high-level reports and briefings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database management tools (experience with document management systems preferred)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Understanding of DoD classification guidance and security procedures for handling sensitive information
• Familiarity with USSOCOM's historical initiatives, command archives, and lessons learned frameworks
• Possess and maintain a current TS/SCI clearance

Nice To Haves

• Experience with document management systems
• Experience integrating historical analysis into operational planning, capability development, or training environments

Responsibilities

• Advise USSOCOM on collecting, analyzing, and applying historical data.
• Support institutional knowledge retention and develop lessons learned for the SOF enterprise.
• Collaborate with planners, intelligence analysts, and program offices to inform decisions.
• Organize digital resources and storage structures; research and create descriptive metadata.
• Design and manage digital collections, including schemas, vocabulary, and quality control.
• Create policies for preservation, description, and access of born-digital materials.
• Provide archival access through finding aids, metadata records, and collection database maintenance.
• Integrate historical analysis into operational planning, capability development, or training environments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior