Sr. Requirements Analyst - NC3 Modernization Program

OverviewSystems 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 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.SPAs NATO Allied Command Transformation Group within JOID provides capability development, portfolio management, program management, quality management, cost estimation analysis, standardization, reporting, software solutions and information management, and capability management support. We also provide an improved capability requirements capture process, including the generation, documentation and tracing of user requirements, with appropriate technical scrutiny, over the entire lifecycle of the requirements from capability definition through capability realization and capability usage. We have a near-term need for a Sr. Requirements Analyst - NC3 Modernization Program to provide onsite support out of Norfolk, VA. ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will support the NC3 iCMO in the management and continued development of the NC3 capability, including the ongoing review and update of Requirements Management and Benefits Realization plans, security policies, supporting documentation, and classification guides. The position will assist with stakeholder engagement and communications across the political, operational, and tactical levels, working with Allied Command Operations (ACO), NATO Nations, NATO Headquarters, agencies, and other key stakeholders to identify and refine capability requirements, policy developments, and relevant engineering publications. The candidate will also collaborate with Requirements and Quality Assurance branches across HQ SACT and other organizations to ensure the NC3 programme remains aligned with NATO standards and best practices.The role will manage the Benefits Realization work strand as capability management products are developed and projects are delivered. Responsibilities will include working with agencies, stakeholders, end users, and host nations to develop comprehensive and measurable Capability Acceptance Criteria and to track technical requirements, ensuring their validity, traceability, and alignment with CIS and infrastructure requirements in classified environments. The candidate will also support the development and authoring of relevant sections of Capability Programme Plans and manage requirements, outputs, and associated developments within the DOORS requirements management system.The successful candidate will ensure that these activities are effectively integrated with the broader work of the NC3 iCMO, other capability teams, and related programme work strands. This position requires strong requirements-management, stakeholder-engagement, coordination, and technical-documentation skills, along with the ability to work effectively across multiple NATO organizations and capability areas.QualificationsRequired:Bachelor’s degree.Demonstrate a minimum of 3 years in the last 10 in the field of requirements engineering to include requirements management and requirements elicitation.Experience in capability development, ideally working with the NATO Common Funded Capability Delivery Governance Model for capability development, implementation and service management, or national equivalent.Experience in capability development in CIS/Infrastructure related programs in classified environments. Experience with IBM Rational DOORS or equivalent.Proficiency in Microsoft Tools.Active National or NATO Secret clearance.Valid Active Passport from a NATO Member Nation.Able to work fully on-site in Norfolk, VA based on the clients needs.Desired:Understanding of Enterprise Architecture (TOGAF, NAF, DODAF).Project/Program Management Certifications.Knowledge of Military Acquistion Frameworks.Pay Range InformationAt SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $120,000.00/Yr. - USD $160,000.00/Yr.Job SummaryID: 2026-23437Category: Program & Project Management, Financial and Contract SupportSecurity Clearance Requirement: NATO Secret (NS)Type: Regular Full-TimeLevel: Senior