Spry Methods is seeking an Senior Policy Analyst to conduct research and analysis on complex policies affecting cybersecurity, digital forensics, cyber threat analysis, cyber training, and system development. This key personnel position will assess existing policies and programs, identify emerging trends and operational challenges, and develop clear policy recommendations that support mission execution and organizational priorities. The Senior Policy Analyst will manage policy initiatives from research through coordination, maintain related project plans and performance measures, and work with stakeholders across Government, industry, academia, and mission-partner organizations. The position requires the ability to translate complex technical and operational issues into clear written products, presentations, and actionable recommendations.
What Your Day-To-Day Looks Like (Position Responsibilities)
Research and analyze policies affecting cybersecurity, digital forensics, cyber threat analysis, training, and system development.
Review existing policies and programs to identify compliance gaps, emerging trends, and opportunities for improvement.
Draft and update policy documents, recommendations, briefings, talking points, and decision-support materials.
Manage policy initiatives, including schedules, milestones, dependencies, risks, and performance measures.
Coordinate stakeholder input and maintain accurate policy records, version control, and supporting documentation.
Engage Government, industry, academic, and mission partners to gather feedback and support policy development.
Present complex policy issues clearly and help build consensus across organizational levels.
Track policy implementation and maintain alignment with Department of Defense and Department of the Air Force guidance.
What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Requirements):
Active TS/SCI clearance.
Experience developing or managing Department of the Air Force or Department of Defense policy related to digital forensics, cybersecurity, or cyber threat analysis.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated experience addressing complex technical and operational challenges.
Experience communicating effectively across organizational levels and presenting complex information clearly in written and oral formats.
Comprehensive knowledge of policies affecting cybersecurity, digital forensics, cyber training, and system development.
Familiarity with National Cyber Intelligence programs.
Knowledge of Department of Defense and U.S. Intelligence Community resource-planning policy.
Experience conducting policy research, evaluating existing programs, and developing policy proposals or recommendations.
Ability to manage complex policy projects, including project plans, schedules, dependencies, performance measures, and stakeholder coordination.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to coordinate across Government, industry, academic, and mission-partner organizations.
Perks of Working for Us (Benefits):
Medical Coverage – Cigna - 4 Options
- Traditional - PPO Open Access Plus Network
- (2) HDHP - PPO Open Access Plus Network
- HDHP - EPO Open Access Plus Network
Dental Coverage – Cigna - PPO Base & Buy-Up Plans
Vision Coverage – Principal - VSP Choice Network
Paid Holidays: Full-time employees receive 11 paid federal holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO) – PTO accrual starts at 15 days per year
Training Benefit – Annual training allowance available toward any job-related training or education
401(k) – Multiple Fund Choices through Fidelity with a company match
For our full list of benefits, please visit http://www.sprymethods.com/careers/benefits/
Skills Required
- Active Secret security clearance.
- Demonstrated experience developing, analyzing, and managing policy within federal or DoD environments, particularly within cybersecurity, digital forensics, or cyber operations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to assess complex technical and operational issues and develop actionable recommendations.
- Proven ability to research, interpret, and apply policy guidance from federal, DoD, and Intelligence Community sources.
- Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, including preparation of briefings, reports, and executive-level materials.
- Knowledge of policies impacting cybersecurity, digital forensics, cyber training, system development, or mission support within a federal or DoD context.
- Experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders, including government leadership, technical teams, and external partners.
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent policy initiatives, including project plans, timelines, deliverables, and dependencies.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy, consistency, and traceability of policy documentation.
- Experience supporting policy development in cybersecurity, digital forensics, or cyber operations environments.
- Familiarity with national-level cybersecurity or intelligence community policy frameworks.
- Experience participating in policy working groups, governance boards, or interagency coordination efforts.
- Knowledge of DoD or Intelligence Community resource planning and governance processes.
- Ability to translate complex technical topics into clear, actionable policy recommendations.
What We Do
Spry is a certified Small Business headquartered in McLean, VA. Spry provides Enterprise, C4IT, Management, and Cyber Solutions to the federal government and commercial entities. Founded in 2001, Spry Methods was built on the foundation of combining industry knowledge with unmatched responsiveness to produce results for our customers. Our goal is to build a business dedicated to the maximization of value for all stakeholders starting with our employees, our customers, and our community. We recognize that talented and dedicated employees are our most valued assets and the foundation of our success. Guided by these principles, we have established an impressive track record of proven past performance serving our customers within the Commercial, Federal Civilian, DoD, and Intelligence Communities. A CMMI Level 3 certified and ISO 9001:2008 registered company, Spry is committed to quality and continuous improvement.
