Defense Strategy

Neros Technologies•Columbia, WA

About The Position

The Principal Defense Strategist will serve as a senior representative of Neros within the defense and national security community, with a particular focus on developing trusted relationships with key stakeholders across the Pentagon and translating Neros' technical capabilities into compelling strategic narratives. This is a high-impact role for someone who understands how decisions are made inside the Department of Defense, knows the priorities and perspectives of senior defense leaders, and can credibly articulate why emerging technologies matter to the future of U.S. national security. You will operate at the intersection of defense strategy, technology, policy, and relationships—helping Neros anticipate where the defense enterprise is going, identify where our capabilities can have the greatest impact, and shape the conversation around the role Neros can play.

Requirements

Significant experience working in or closely with the U.S. national security establishment, particularly the Department of Defense.
A strong understanding of Pentagon decision-making, organizational dynamics, acquisition processes, and defense strategy.
An established network of relationships across relevant defense and national security stakeholders.
Exceptional ability to communicate complex technical and strategic concepts clearly and persuasively to senior audiences.
Strong strategic judgment and the ability to distinguish meaningful opportunities from noise.
Experience engaging senior military, civilian, policy, or industry leaders.
The credibility and interpersonal skills to build genuine, trusted relationships over time.
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving technology company while bringing the rigor and perspective of the national security community.
Comfort representing a company and its technology in high-stakes, senior-level environments.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

Serve as a senior representative of Neros within the defense and national security community.
Develop trusted relationships with key stakeholders across the Pentagon.
Translate Neros' technical capabilities into compelling strategic narratives.
Anticipate where the defense enterprise is going.
Identify where Neros' capabilities can have the greatest impact.
Shape the conversation around the role Neros can play.