BryceTech · 4 months ago
Legislative Analyst
Arlington, VA, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expBryceTech is a trusted leader in complex technology domains, delivering data-driven solutions in aerospace, biosecurity, and defense. The Legislative Analyst – Senior provides expert analysis and advisory support on Congressional and legislative matters impacting Department of the Air Force acquisition programs, requiring a high level of legislative expertise and strong familiarity with the Authorization and Appropriations processes.
AnalyticsCyber SecurityGovernmentHomeland SecurityProduct ResearchSoftware Engineering
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Continuously monitor and assess the Congressional climate, mood, and activities related to Air Force acquisition and acquisition programs of interest
Identify, track, analyze, and report on legislation, committee actions, hearings, reports, and emerging issues that may impact Air Force programs
Monitor and analyze the Authorization and Appropriations processes, including proposed language, funding levels, and amendments
Research and analyze Congressional inquiries, inserts, appeals, testimony, Posture Hearing Issue Papers (PHIPs), Budget Program Fact Papers (BPFPs), Heartburn Appeals, Major Budget Issues, and reports from the DoD Inspector General, CBO, and GAO
Prepare summaries, talking points, and reports on Air Force acquisition, S&T, specialty capability areas, and individual programs
Support senior leaders by reviewing and providing data for hearings, testimony, program documentation, briefing packages, read-aheads, staffer visits, and formal Questions for the Record (QFRs)
Research Congressional transcripts, hearings, press releases, public events, and other official sources; provide summaries and analysis to inform leadership
Provide training and educational materials on the legislative process, including budget enactment, Congressional timelines, and staffer engagement
Maintain and update a legislative database capturing program funding and language, committee actions, Congressional biographies, staffer information, and hearing transcripts
Develop methodologies for gathering information to populate and maintain legislative databases and libraries
Research and track Congressional reporting requirements affecting acquisition programs
Build and maintain a library of Congressional legislation related to Air Force acquisition
Perform additional duties as coordinated with the COR to support legislative analysis and reporting functions
Serve as a subject matter expert on the U.S. legislative process, including the defense Authorization and Appropriations cycles
Provide timely and accurate analysis of Congressional actions that may affect Air Force acquisition programs, budgets, and policy priorities
Advise senior leaders on legislative risks, opportunities, and trends that may influence program success
Develop and maintain trusted relationships with stakeholders across Air Force, DoD, and Congressional staff offices
Ensure that Air Force responses to Congress are integrated, accurate, and aligned with official positions
Qualification
Required
Must possess an Active Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Government, or a related field
Minimum of 10 years of experience in legislative affairs, Congressional relations, or defense acquisition policy
Demonstrated expertise in the Congressional Authorization and Appropriations processes
Experience preparing legislative analyses, reports, and testimony support materials
Familiarity with defense acquisition processes and program structures
Strong research, writing, and communication skills with experience delivering concise analyses for senior executives
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and database management
Preferred
Advanced degree in Public Policy, Government, Political Science, or related discipline
Experience working directly in Congress, on a Congressional committee, or within a DoD/DAF legislative liaison office
Knowledge of Air Force and DoD acquisition structures, processes, and priorities
Ability to brief senior leaders on complex legislative and policy issues
Demonstrated success in managing and maintaining large datasets or legislative tracking systems
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across agencies and with Congressional staff
Benefits
Competitive salary
Comprehensive health plan including dental and vision coverage
Company-paid life and disability insurance policies
401(k) plan with company match
Educational reimbursement program
Company
BryceTech
BryceTech is a trusted leader in complex technology domains, delivering data-driven solutions in aerospace, biosecurity, and defense.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Carissa Bryce Christensen
Founder and CEO
Jeff Mujsce, MBA, PMP
Chief Growth Officer
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