Cyberspace Operations & Acquisition SME

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 War, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of War, 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. The Acquisition and Technology Analysis Group within JOID specializes in the application of multi-disciplinary analytic skills to support multiple clients within the Department of War (DoW). These clients include the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW(R&E)), Office of the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSW(A&S)), DARPA, the Joint Staff, and USINDOPACOM.  SPA provides critical decision support to enabling and executing a strategy of technological superiority and enabling the delivery and sustainment of secure, resilient, and preeminent capabilities to the warfighter quickly and cost effectively. Our team of experienced military, technical, and operations research analysts is skilled in evaluating military problems, identifying the driving factors, devising innovative approaches, collecting applicable data, developing necessary software tools, and performing thorough and timely assessments to inform technology and acquisition governance decisions to ensure U.S. military forces retain military superiority in the future. We have a future need for a Cyberspace Operations & Acquisition SME to support the Cyber Warfare Directorate within the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Platform & Weapon Portfolio Management onsite at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA. ResponsibilitiesThe Cyberspace Operations & Acquisition SME will support the Cyber Warfare directorate across the gamut of Offensive Cyberspace Operations, Defensive Cyberspace Operations, and Cybersecurity concerns. Primary focus will be on coordinating, researching, analyzing, and developing 4-star level presentations called Integrated Acquisition Portfolio Reviews (IAPRs). Each IAPR will focus on enterprise-level interdependencies, capability shortfalls and gaps, and opportunities to mitigate cyber risk to mission via acquisition programs and/or cyberspace policy and authorities changes. While a technical understanding of cyberspace operations is always welcome, the ideal candidate will remain focused on the mission-level considerations, aka the "so what?" aspect of integrating cyber into the kinetic warfighting domains. QualificationsRequired: 10+ years of relevant experience with DoW Cyberspace Operations, with a primary focus on Cybersecurity 5+ years of experience with the Defense Acquisition System, with a preference for PMO and PEO expertise Understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition & Sustainment, US Cyber Command, Service Cyber Components, and other cyberspace stakeholders Well-versed in preparing presentations and info/action memos for senior DoW leadership Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to adapt to changing government requirements Master's degree Active TS/SCI clearance Able to work fully onsite based on client needs Desired: Previous experience supporting OSW, Joint Staff, or senior Service staffs Recent experience with Integrated Acquisition Portfolio Reviews  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 $185,000.00/Yr. - USD $225,000.00/Yr.Job SummaryID: 2026-22402Category: Strategy, Policy, & Advisory ServicesSecurity Clearance Requirement: Top Secret/ SCIType: Regular Full-TimeLevel: Senior