Strategic Planning and Deterrence Analyst, Senior
Booz Allen Hamilton•Arlington, VA
•$86,800 - $198,000•Onsite
About The Position
The Senior Strategic Planning and Deterrence Analyst supports strategic plans and policy services by analyzing and integrating national-level strategic guidance into Air Force policy and planning for the deterrence mission. The role conducts scenario-based adversary decision-calculus and course-of-action analysis to support deterrence planning, wargaming, and operational readiness. It develops strategic planning frameworks and analytical insights to inform discussions and decision-making at the Air Force and Department of War level, advancing Air Force operations worldwide.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience supporting national security strategy, campaign planning, force planning, deterrence analysis, or defense policy development.
- Knowledge of defense strategy, strategic guidance documents, and national security priorities.
- Knowledge of participation in major strategic reviews, such as a program budget review, nuclear posture review, joint strategic capabilities plan, and global force management allocation plan.
- Ability to clearly communicate complex solutions and insights to senior leaders through briefings, reports, and presentations.
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
- TS/SCI clearance.
- Bachelor’s degree in National Security Studies, International Relations, Strategic Studies, or Political Science.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with the USAF, Joint Staff, and STRATCOM.
- Master’s degree in National Security Studies, International Relations, Strategic Studies, or Political Science.
- JPME I or II Certification.
- Security Cooperation Workforce Certification 2.0.
- Completion of Strategy Courses and Advanced Campaign Planning Courses.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and integrate national-level strategic guidance into Air Force policy and planning for the deterrence mission.
- Conduct scenario-based adversary decision-calculus and course-of-action analysis to support deterrence planning, wargaming, and operational readiness.
- Develop strategic planning frameworks and insights to shape strategic discussions and decision-making at the Air Force and Department of War level.
- Communicate complex solutions and insights to senior leaders through briefings, reports, and presentations.
Benefits
- Health, life, and disability benefits.
- Financial and retirement benefits.
- Paid leave.
- Professional development.
- Tuition assistance.
- Work-life programs.
- Dependent care.
- Recognition awards program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
