Job Description

Everforth ECS is seeking a Mission Policy and Governance Analyst to work in our Fairfax, VA office in a hybrid onsite/remote capacity.

Everforth ECS is seeking a Mission Policy and Governance Analyst to support the Global Defense Business Unit in delivering secure, scalable, and mission-focused capabilities for Department of War (DoW), Combatant Command, Service, coalition, and mission partner customers.

This individual will serve as a key bridge between customer mission needs, DoW policy and governance requirements, and Everforth ECS technical delivery teams. This role will help ensure that policies, directives, and governance processes are translated into practical, executable approaches that enable secure information sharing, partner collaboration, and operational mission success.

The ideal candidate understands DoW policy, directives, governance processes, and mission partner considerations, and can assess how those requirements affect new capabilities, modernization efforts, and customer operations. This person will identify policy barriers early, develop practical recommendations, and work with Government stakeholders and Everforth ECS teams to resolve issues while maintaining compliance.

Responsibilities

• Research, interpret, and analyze DoW policies, directives, instructions, and governance frameworks relevant to mission partner environments.
• Map mission partner requirements, operational objectives, and technical capabilities to existing DoW policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor emerging DoW policies and assess their potential impact on current and planned mission capabilities.
• Proactively identify policy gaps, conflicting requirements, outdated guidance, and governance barriers that may delay or prevent mission execution.
• Develop recommendations and courses of action to address policy constraints, including clarification requests, exception pathways, alternative implementation approaches, or proposed policy updates.
• Coordinate with appropriate Government stakeholders and policy authorities to support resolution of identified barriers.
• Translate complex policy requirements into clear, actionable guidance for program managers, engineers, cybersecurity professionals, and mission stakeholders.
• Support the development of mission-specific governance approaches that balance compliance, operational flexibility, and mission effectiveness.
• Work closely with program leadership, solution architects, engineering teams, and cybersecurity personnel to incorporate policy requirements into capability planning and delivery.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Note: Salary is commensurate with skillset, qualifications, experience, and educational background.

Salary Range: $110,000-140,000

General Description of Benefits

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of relevant experience supporting DoW, federal government, defense programs, policy analysis, or governance activities.
• Demonstrated ability to research, interpret, and apply DoW policies, directives, and regulatory guidance.
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated experience identifying policy gaps, assessing risks, and developing actionable recommendations.
• Ability to work independently, navigate ambiguous requirements, and coordinate across multiple organizations.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, with a proven ability to weigh the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and identify the most appropriate solution.
• Highly developed interpersonal and oral/written communication skills, with the ability to effectively and professionally interact with a diverse set of stakeholders (from peers to end-users to executive management).

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting DoW enterprise platforms, mission partner environments, or secure collaboration initiatives.
• Familiarity with DoW cloud computing, cybersecurity, Zero Trust, identity management, and data-sharing policies.
• Understanding of DoW Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST SP 800-53, and related security governance requirements.
• Familiarity with DoW governance structures, policy approval processes, and exception or waiver procedures.
• Experience developing policy crosswalks, governance frameworks, decision briefs, and courses of action for senior Government leadership.

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ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. 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, or local jurisdiction law.

Everforth ECS is the federal segment of Everforth, a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies.

Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.

We value:

• Attracting and developing top talent and high-performing teams
• Fostering a culture that is engaging, accountable, and mission-driven

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