CWMD/Nuclear Analyst

*This is a contingent opportunity CWMD/Nuclear Analyst K2 Group is seeking a CWMD/Nuclear Analyst to support Headquarters Air Force. In this role, you will combine strategic vision, policy acumen, and deep analytical expertise to design and execute mission-critical solutions for Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) initiatives. In this role, you will interface directly with key decision-makers to evaluate strategic initiatives, optimize policy alignment, and build robust frameworks for risk management, compliance, and procedural excellence. Duties Research, evaluate, and refine policy frameworks and analytical workflows to optimize program performance across complex CWMD operational environments. Shape high-level defense planning, treaty compliance, and risk mitigation strategies to ensure mission success and seamless alignment with national security goals. Produce timely, actionable analysis, point papers, programmatic reports, and briefings to advise senior leadership on critical national priorities. Provide detailed analytical and preparatory support for Air Force participation in NC3-related governance forums, technical discussions, and high-level senior leader engagements. Review, analyze, and draft guidance on national and international treaties/agreements (e.g., Chemical Weapons Convention [CWC], Biological Weapons Convention [BWC], Non-Proliferation Treaty [NPT]) to ensure defense program alignment. Assess and integrate Joint Requirements Oversight Council (JROC), Joint Staff, and Combatant Command (COCOM) NC3 requirements into DAF policies and guidance. Lead the drafting, editing, and coordination of updates to two critical Air Force NC3 policy documents, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and cross-organizational alignment. Coordinate formal staffing and cross-organizational input across Headquarters Air Force and key stakeholders, managing feedback via enterprise task management systems. Represent and support the Air Force in NC3 technical working groups, steering boards, and governance forums to foster collaboration and advocate for Air Force equities. Requirements 3-10 year’s experience developing and analyzing procedures, workflows, and documentation for CWMD or defense policy programs Experience developing, analyzing, and authoring procedures, workflows, and policy documentation for CWMD, NC3, or defense programs. Direct experience evaluating national strategic guidance documents (e.g., National Defense Strategy [NDS], Nuclear Posture Review [NPR], National Biodefense Strategy). Ability to assess CWMD implications across OPLANs, campaign plans, and contested environments. Familiarity with NC3 modernization efforts, governance structures, and treaty compliance strategies. Clearance TS/SCI Required Compensation Compensation: The projected compensation range for this position is $91,100-$111,100. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary rate, including but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certification as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, K2 Group invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Benefits Benefits: K2 Group’s benefit offerings include: Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance; FSA Medical & FSA Dependent Care; Pre-tax 401(k) & ROTH 401(k) plans; Profit Sharing Plan; Life & Accidental Death Insurance; Short Term/ Long Term Disability; Voluntary Group Life Insurance option; Tuition Reimbursement; Job-related Course Reimbursement; Holiday Pay; and Paid Time-Off. #J-18808-Ljbffr K2 Group, Inc.