Policy Analyst

Quattro Consulting, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is seeking a Policy Analyst to serve on a potential contract supporting the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Counternarcotics and Global Threats (ODASW (CN&SP)).

The ODASW (CN&SP) advances the Department of War’s (DoW) mission to counter drug trafficking, transnational organized crime, and threat finance networks. In this key role you will develop and assess policies related to counterdrug, counter-transnational organized crime, and counter-threat finance missions. You will provide strategic analysis of the global security environment and advise senior leaders on policy implications affecting DoW programs and partnerships and play a key role in shaping policies that align with U.S. national security objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyzing international political-military developments and policy impacts.
• Assessing implications of U.S. and international agreements on DoW programs.
• Developing policy recommendations for CD/CTOC/CTF initiatives.
• Supporting interagency and international coordination efforts.
• Evaluating national security policy issues and stakeholder impacts.
• Drafting policy documents, reports, and strategic assessments.
• Providing decision-support analysis for program investments.
• Coordinating with Combatant Commands and Defense Agencies.
• Supporting development of security cooperation strategies.
• Preparing executive-level briefings and decision materials.
• Conducting research on emerging global threats and trends.
• Analyzing program alignment with national drug control strategies.
• Participating in working groups and policy forums.
• Advising leadership on policy risks and opportunities.
• Supporting real-time decision-making in dynamic environments.
  
  

This position is contingent on award.

Work Environment

• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
• Ability to work in confined areas.
  
  

Physical Demands

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
• Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  
  

Travel

• 11-20% / Occasional travel.
  
  

Quattro Consulting, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is a tribally-owned firm providing management consulting services to U.S. government agencies.

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.

At Quattro Consulting, our employees are the embodiment of our success as a firm. Our team is comprised of a tenacious group of professionals located across the globe. It includes military veterans and spouses of active duty troops, former federal employees, policy experts, academics, attorneys, and technical and business experts, all of whom share a strong work ethic and the skills to succeed in both collaborative and independent environments. Quattro Consulting is invested in the long-term success of both our clients and colleagues for the right reasons. Our dedication to putting good government into practice is underpinned by a merit-based culture that measures success by productivity and credibility.

Quattro Consulting will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to the Human Resources Team.

Quattro Consulting is committed to equal employment opportunity based on merit. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and in accordance with EO 14173 and Federal Employment Laws: Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph Protection Act.

Quattro Consulting ‘s Affirmative Action Program is available to any employee or applicant for employment for inspection upon request, to the extent required by federal regulations. The Affirmative Action Program can be accessed during normal business hours by making an appointment with the Human Resources Team.

Basic Requirements

• Master’s degree.
• Current, active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in defense policy or national security analysis.
• Strong understanding of international relations and security cooperation.
• Experience supporting DoW or interagency policy development.
• Familiarity with CD/CTOC/CTF mission areas and strategies.
• Experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders and agencies.
• Experience briefing senior leadership or government and military officials.
• Familiarity with DoW organizational structure and processes.
• Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real ID. More information about Real ID can be found here: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id/about-real-id and at https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Quattro Consulting will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in international relations, public policy, national security, or related field.
• Ability to analyze complex geopolitical environments.
  
  

Benefits

Quattro Consulting offers a competitive benefits plan including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Eligibility requirements apply