Cybersecurity Policy Analyst
Booz Allen Hamilton
Arlington, VA · Posted November 9, 2026
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About the job
Cybersecurity Policy Analyst The Opportunity:
Work with senior stakeholders across the DoW to plan for implementation of DoD Digital Modernization initiatives as they pertain to Joint Staff and Combatant Commands. Conducts strategic, technical, and policy analysis to evaluate how digital modernization initiatives and emerging technologies influence joint warfighting effectiveness, global force employment, coalition interoperability, and decision advantage in complex security environments. Coordinate with Information System Owners to plan for adoption of emerging IT capabilities, including Cloud. Leverage familiarity with Zero Trust (ZT) design, Super Intelligence (SI), 5G, and IPv6. Review and analyze relevant DoW IT strategies, policies, and guidance to help the Chief Information Officer (CIO) plan for impacts to IT policy and Governance, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture, Portfolio Management, and Records Management. Support planning activities associated with the adoption and responsible implementation of frontier SI capabilities across the Joint Force, including analysis of strategic risks, policy considerations, governance frameworks, data dependencies, ethical implications, and potential impacts on military decision-making. Prepare analytical staff packages, information papers, decision briefs, and technical gap assessments for General Officer/Flag Officer and Senior Executive Service leaders, supporting senior-level decisions on modernization strategy, governance, and resource allocation. Develop strategies, analysis reports, information papers, decision briefs, and gap analyses. Analyze and review IT requirements based on alignment with DoW Digital Modernization objectives. Review DoW IT policies, strategies, memorandum, and guiding documents and assist with the development of the organization’s five-year strategy. Apply critical thinking and analysis to organizational change initiatives.
You Have:
7+ years of experience with federal government or the military
Experience with developing strategies, decision briefs, and information papers and analyzing policy documents for the DoW
Experience working with senior leaders, such as MIL or CIV, and coordination of DoW strategic activities
Knowledge of Zero Trust Framework
TS/SCI clearance
Bachelor's degree
Nice If You Have:
Experience with Joint Staff or Combatant Command preferred
Experience with software or IT acquisition process
Knowledge of federal and DoW CIO policies, strategies, and guiding documents, including the DoW Digital Modernization Strategy
Knowledge of DoDNet implementation and enterprise modernization initiatives supporting secure, interoperable, and resilient Joint Force operations
Knowledge of DoW DCO processes
Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills, including communicating effectively to senior-level clients
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $62,000.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Identity Statement
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Work Model Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.
Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
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Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.