Policy/Governance Analyst

Markon

. Support the development, review, revision, and implementation of policies, directives, guidance, and governance frameworks .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeWashington, DC • District of Columbia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in policy development, analysis, and governance within the Intelligence Community, supported by strong research and communication skills. Capable of preparing comprehensive documentation and briefings while effectively collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active TS/SCI ClearancePolicy DevelopmentPolicy AnalysisGovernance DocumentationResearch and Analysis

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Hard Skills

Policy DevelopmentPolicy AnalysisGovernance DocumentationResearch and AnalysisBriefing PreparationPresentation SkillsDecision Material PreparationCritical ThinkingProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Public PolicyBachelor’s Degree in Security StudiesBachelor’s Degree in Intelligence

Industry Keywords

Intelligence CommunityDoDGovernance FrameworksStakeholder CoordinationPolicy Implementation

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the development, review, revision, and implementation of policies, directives, guidance, and governance frameworks
Conduct research and analysis of existing policies, regulations, requirements, and emerging issues to identify gaps and recommend improvements
Evaluate policy impacts and develop recommendations to support organizational and mission priorities
Prepare policy documentation, leadership briefings, decision materials, reports, and presentations
Coordinate with stakeholders across the Intelligence Community and other government organizations to support policy development and implementation
Participate in and support Intelligence Community working groups, governance forums, and other collaborative activities
Develop training materials, guidance, and communications to support awareness and implementation of policies and requirements
Track policy actions, decisions, and requirements while supporting multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active TS/SCI clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Security Studies, Intelligence, or a related field
4+ years of experience in policy development, policy analysis, governance, or a related function within the DoD or Intelligence Community
Experience researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies, regulations, and organizational requirements
Experience developing or revising policies, guidance, reports, or other governance documentation
Experience preparing briefings, presentations, or decision materials for leadership
Strong research, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across organizations and stakeholder groups

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Training and Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Holidays