Policy Analyst Senior Principal

Description SAIC has an immediate opening for a Senior Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Defense Analyst supporting the Headquarters Air Force Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Deterrence and Nuclear Integration (AF/A10), Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) Division (AF/A10S), Operational Analysis Branch (AF/A10SA), on behalf of United States Air Force Europe-Air Force Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA). Work will be performed onsite at the Pentagon or Joint Base Anacostia‑Bolling. Responsibilities Provide technical analysis to address questions that arise in the CWMD operations (non‑proliferation, targeting, interdiction, strike, counter‑air/space actions) arena of USAFE‑AFAFRICA ability to survive and operate (ATSO), and CBRN defense technical domains. Provide technical research and operational evaluations to assess, interpret, shape, and help advise AF/A10S, on behalf of AFIMSC and USAFE‑AFAFRICA, regarding what operational and scientific testing results mean to operators (e.g., pilot, navigator, aircrew, loadmasters, maintainers, defenders). Apply results of laboratory and field testing (Department of the Air Force (DAF), Joint/Department of Defense (DoD), Ally or partner, etc.), that support the development of CBRN equipment performance criteria, technical reports and operational concepts for USAFE‑AFAFRICA. Develop and recommend concepts, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP), and exercises to address and mitigate deficiencies associated with emerging CBRN threats and/or evolving Air Force employment strategies. Qualifications TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and fifteen (15) years or more of related experience; Masters and thirteen (13) years or more experience; PhD or JD and ten (10) years or more experience. Required Clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility. Required Skills Demonstrated experience analyzing requirements, developing and implementing strategic and tactical planning actions, and making recommendations concerning the direction of the agency’s efforts to include the ability to develop short‑ and long‑range Major Command and/or Department of the Air Force (DAF) force development and plans and strategies for major combat operations (MCO) environments. Expert experience with installation level CBRN defense planning, elements of the Joint Operations Planning and Execution System (JOPES), and knowledge of Operational plans (OPLANS). Specialized expertise in installation level CBRNE attack response procedures within the context of MCO activities and technical analysis of CBRN threats. Expert knowledge of DAF CBRN Defense Operations in MCO environments, to include aircrew‑related operations. Familiarity with DAF and Department of Defense (DoD) CWMD operations and doctrine. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficiency with MS Office products. Knowledge of DoD organizations and functions. Desired Experience/Skills Experience in computer utilization for CBRN modeling and analysis (HPAC, VLSTRACK, HOTSPOT, etc.). Specialized expertise in analysis of MCO‑related CBRN threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies. History of analysis of lab and CBRN‑related studies. History of developing and executing CBRN components of MCO‑related exercises. Experience with providing inputs to and reviewing Joint Capabilities and Integration Development System (JCIDS) documents. Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. #J-18808-Ljbffr