What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operational and Policy Support Analyst position at Clark Creative Solutions?
Location: Fort Belvoir, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Security Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI (Required)
About The Opportunity
Clark Creative Solutions is seeking a highly motivated Operational and Policy Support Analyst to support the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CZ-CO) mission at Fort Belvoir, VA. This position provides critical operational, policy, and strategic planning support for highly sensitive national security missions. The selected candidate will work directly with senior DTRA leadership, the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Joint Staff, Geographic Combatant Commands (GCCs), interagency partners, and other Department of Defense organizations to develop and execute policies, plans, and operational capabilities that advance U.S. national defense objectives.
This role requires a proactive professional capable of operating in a fast-paced environment, managing high-visibility tasks, and supporting time-sensitive crisis and contingency operations.
Key Responsibilities
At Clark Creative Solutions, you will be part of a team supporting critical national security missions that directly impact the safety and security of the United States and its allies. We value innovation, collaboration, and professional growth while providing our employees with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
Benefits Include
Fort Belvoir, Virginia
Applicants must be able to reliably commute to Fort Belvoir or relocate prior to employment.
Join Clark Creative Solutions and support critical national defense missions while working alongside some of the nation's top military and civilian leaders.
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Employment Type: Full-Time
Security Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI (Required)
About The Opportunity
Clark Creative Solutions is seeking a highly motivated Operational and Policy Support Analyst to support the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CZ-CO) mission at Fort Belvoir, VA. This position provides critical operational, policy, and strategic planning support for highly sensitive national security missions. The selected candidate will work directly with senior DTRA leadership, the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Joint Staff, Geographic Combatant Commands (GCCs), interagency partners, and other Department of Defense organizations to develop and execute policies, plans, and operational capabilities that advance U.S. national defense objectives.
This role requires a proactive professional capable of operating in a fast-paced environment, managing high-visibility tasks, and supporting time-sensitive crisis and contingency operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide operational and policy support to DTRA CZ-CO mission requirements and strategic initiatives
- Develop, coordinate, and implement detailed plans supporting operational execution, policy development, and strategic objectives
- Represent CZ-CO and DTRA in engagements with senior government officials, military leaders, and interagency stakeholders
- Support planning, coordination, and execution of highly sensitive operational missions
- Assist in forecasting operational requirements and identifying capability gaps across evolving mission areas
- Collaborate with DoD components, Combatant Commands, federal agencies, and interagency partners to synchronize mission planning and execution
- Validate operational requirements and identify shortfalls impacting mission effectiveness
- Coordinate and monitor research and development (R&D) initiatives supporting operational capability enhancements
- Advocate for improvements across doctrine, organization, training, materiel, leadership, education, personnel, and facilities (DOTMLPF-P)
- Support strategic planning efforts and provide operational expertise during crisis action planning and contingency operations
- Manage and respond to executive-level taskings through the DTRA Enterprise Information System (EIS)
- Prepare briefings, reports, decision papers, and staff packages for senior leaders
- Active Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
- Minimum 5 years of Department of Defense (DoD) experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Demonstrated experience supporting military operations, strategic planning, policy development, or national security programs
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing executive-level correspondence and briefings
- Ability to coordinate across multiple organizations and stakeholders in a dynamic operational environment
- Experience working with senior military and civilian leadership
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and government information management systems
- Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, International Relations, National Security Studies, Political Science, Business Administration, or a related field
- Experience supporting DTRA, Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, OSD, or other DoD headquarters organizations
- Familiarity with capability development, force modernization, and DOTMLPF-P processes
- Experience supporting crisis action planning and contingency operations
At Clark Creative Solutions, you will be part of a team supporting critical national security missions that directly impact the safety and security of the United States and its allies. We value innovation, collaboration, and professional growth while providing our employees with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
Benefits Include
- Competitive Salary
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Monday – Friday
- 8-Hour Shift
Fort Belvoir, Virginia
Applicants must be able to reliably commute to Fort Belvoir or relocate prior to employment.
Join Clark Creative Solutions and support critical national defense missions while working alongside some of the nation's top military and civilian leaders.
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