Joint Planning Analyst

Status: Full-Time

Location: On-site. at Herbert R. Temple Army National Guard Readiness Center, Arlington, VA (some work at the Pentagon)

Start date: ASAP

Security Clearance: Top Secret (TS) required; SCI eligible preferred

Travel: Occasional CONUS travel required; estimated 3–4 trips per year in support of FEMA, DHS, or NGO engagements

Background: Vectrona is seeking a Joint Planning Analyst to support the NGB J5-J’s mission of synchronizing National Guard equities across federal, state, and non-governmental stakeholders. In this role, the analyst will facilitate outreach to FEMA, DHS, and state entities, as well as engage with non-governmental organizations and Volunteer Organizations Active in Disasters (VOADs). The position also includes maintaining and updating interagency continuity documentation and supporting coordination with external partners during real-world events and exercises.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Coordinate NGB J5-J engagements with interagency partners including FEMA, DHS, OSD, State leadership, and NGOs
• Attend interagency meetings and provide executive summaries, tracking National Guard equities and follow-up actions
• Maintain and regularly update interagency coordination continuity book and relationship documentation
• Research, identify, and map potential external partners (governmental and non-governmental) for enhanced collaboration
• Develop and maintain lists of NGOs/VOAD contacts and provide weekly reports to J5-J leadership
• Document NGO involvement in real-world events and ensure timely reporting on National Guard collaboration
• Attend exercises or crisis coordination events and contribute input to after-action reporting and analysis
• Ensure all communications clearly identify contractor status and avoid providing policy direction to external partners

Preferred Education/Degree:

• Bachelor’s degree in international relations, Homeland Security, Public Administration, or related field
• Master’s degree preferred but not required

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in interagency coordination, civil-military operations, or homeland defense planning
• Familiarity with National Response Framework, VOADs, and the roles of FEMA, DHS, and State emergency management entities
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with external stakeholders
• Skilled in preparing summaries, reports, and partner engagement documentation
• Experience with continuity of operations planning and maintaining interagency tracking documentation
• Excellent writing, coordination, and follow-through skills
• Working knowledge of DoD/NGB organizational structure and mission space
• Ability to operate across classified/unclassified environments and follow communication security protocols

VECTRONA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

All Vectrona employment is contingent upon the individual providing legal proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States and satisfactory background check results.

Employment with Vectrona is “at will” in accordance with Federal/State laws.

Vectrona provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applications for employment. In addition to federal law requirements, Vectrona complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.