Policy Analyst

Policy AnalystUnlock the secrets of intelligence with MANTECH! Join a dynamic team at the forefront of national security, providing advanced solutions to government intelligence agencies. Since 1968, we've been solving the toughest challenges with groundbreaking tech. Explore thrilling projects in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and Software Development. Elevate your career and make a difference. Your adventure begins now—unleash your potential with MANTECH! ***This is for a future opportunity***MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Policy Analyst to join our team in Springfield, VA. This role is 100% on-site.The Policy Analyst advises, assists, leads, manages, and works all policy development, review, coordination, adjudication, promulgation, communication, and compliance in accordance with NGA's Policy Life Cycle Management (PLCM) process. This role supports Subject Matter Expert (SME) development, coordination, and maintenance of all assigned policies, self-inspection checklists, and gap analyses.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Lead the development, review, and coordination of corporate, IT service, and cybersecurity/information assurance policies to ensure enterprise-wide alignment.Direct the creation of SME self-inspection checklists to facilitate rigorous monitoring, implementation tracking, and regulatory adherence.Lead specialized SME analysis to identify policy gaps, conducting deep-dive assessments to drive data-informed revisions and updates.Execute IV&V protocols to ensure all policy issuances are fact-based, accurate, and consistent with strategic planning and external mandates.Support the design and implementation of optimized policy workflows to enhance administrative efficiency and organizational agility.Manage the tracking and reporting of policy-related metrics and business analytics to measure the effectiveness of governance initiatives.Align internal policy frameworks with the organization's overarching Cybersecurity Strategy to fortify information assurance.Analyze internal documentation and external issuances—including Executive Orders and IC/DoD policies—to proactively mitigate conflicts and address emerging impacts.Minimum Qualifications:7+ years of demonstrated experience leading, managing, and working policies in accordance with a Policy Life Cycle Management (PLCM) processBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, International Affairs, Policy, or a related field. In lieu of a degree, 10+ years of experience is required.2+ years of demonstrated experience tracking and managing formal taskers.2+ years of demonstrated experience coordinating and collaborating on agency-level support agreements.2+ years of demonstrated experience reviewing and analyzing high-level governance documents (e.g., agency directives, statutes, Executive Orders).Demonstrated understanding of NIST 800-53 controls, cybersecurity frameworks, and high-level cybersecurity policy.Proven expertise in policy lifecycle management, including the orchestration of strategic agendas, the maintenance of policy compendiums, and the resolution of regulatory gaps and rescissionsClearance Requirements:Must have a current/active TS/SCI security clearance and be able to obtain a polygraph.Physical Requirements:The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.The projected compensation range for this position is $119,900.00-$199,600.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections. MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at and provide your name and contact information.