Policy Authority and Risk Advisor/Lead

Policy Authority and Risk Advisor/Lead
Arlington VA
Pay from: $170,000/yr

MUST:
Experienced Policy Authority and Risk Advisor/Lead
Active DOW clearance: Top-Secret w/SCI eligibility
10 years of experience in federal policy analysis, governance, enterprise risk management, or business analysis
Demonstrated understanding of DoW organizational authorities and policy development processes
Experience conducting risk assessments and developing mitigation recommendations.
Familiarity with cybersecurity governance, RMF, and enterprise IT policy requirements
Previous experience coordinating across multiple government organizations and military branches
Experience supporting DoW CIO, CISO, or other senior policy organizations is a plus
Familiarity with DoW AI governance, data policies, privacy, and Zero Trust requirements is a plus
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Strong client facing ability and experience leading meetings and presenting to Senior Government staff members
High attention to details and extremely organized
Strong problem-solving skills and highly analytical
Related cyber security certifications : CISSP, CCSP, CISM are preferred
Masters or PHD in Public Policy, Business Administration, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline

DUTIES:
Analyze applicable DoW policies, directives, instructions, regulations, and governance requirements affecting technology modernization initiatives
Identify organizational authorities, approval requirements, and decision responsibilities
Develop policy assessments, decision memoranda, governance recommendations, and executive briefing materials
Maintain enterprise risk registers addressing operational, technical, cybersecurity, acquisition, policy, and schedule risks
Coordinate with legal, cybersecurity, privacy, acquisition, and mission stakeholders to identify policy constraints and mitigation options
Support development of risk-treatment strategies, exception documentation, and proposed policy updates
Assess policy implications of artificial intelligence, data sharing, Zero Trust, and emerging technology initiatives
Identify conflicting or overlapping authorities that could delay execution
Track policy-related actions, decisions, and unresolved governance issues
Prepare executive-level risk assessments identifying operational consequences, alternatives, and required government decisions
Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act.