NSCSA Newsletter
Leg Strategy Panel Recap & Australian Embassy Event RESCHEDULED
Hello NSCSA,
Thanks to all who attended our Leg Strategy Panel last week, and a special thanks to our panelists. We had a great turnout and a productive conversation.
RESCHEDULED RECEPTION AT THE AUSTRALIAN EMBASSY
The reception the Australian Embassy is planning to hold in honor of NSCSA was RESCHEDULED for later in the month. As soon as we nail down a date, we will share additional details.
Attendance will be limited to our dues-paying members. You can submit dues and become a member here if you haven’t already.
COFFEE CHATS
If you are a Hill staffer working on national security issues and would like to expand your network in an informal way, consider joining our Coffee Chats program.
You will be paired with a random national security Hill staffer each month whom you can choose to grab a coffee with.
You can join here if you are not yet a participant. Coffee chat pairings for July will go out this week, so join now to participate.
UPCOMING EVENTS
The Art of Staffing Series: Panel 2 (Briefing Skills): TODAY, June 30th, 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Location to be announced. In person and remote options available. RSVP here. This installment in the series will focus on preparing leaders for key engagements and decision points through the use of concise, well-organized briefings.
2025 Capitol Intern Summit: Thursday, July 10, 1:00-4:00pm, CVC Auditorium. Interns can Register here. Please share with interns in your congressional offices who may be interested.
FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITES
ONE Campaign Fellowship: The ONE Campaign is now accepting applications for a new program to being after the August recess focused on Africa and foreign aid. Applications accepted July 1- August 1. Details and the application instructions can be found here.
JOB BULLETIN
Below the signature line are the NatSec-related openings and resume banks we’ve come across. If you run into any openings, know that one of the openings below has been filled, apply to a role below, or have information regarding jobs you’d like to share, please contact us at NatSecCSA@gmail.com.
*Note: Several reliable federal government- and Hill-focused job boards that are worth subscribing to and keeping an eye on include Tom Manatos, Brad Traverse, The House Employment Bulletin, and the Senate Employment Bulletin.
As always, feel free to reach out to us if you need anything or have questions.
Sincerely,
NSCSA Board of Directors
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JOB OPENINGS
HILL
Legislative Counsel/Assistant – Midwest Republican Senator
Midwest Republican Senator seeks qualified candidates for an open Legislative Counsel/Assistant position. The position will cover a variety of policy areas, including judiciary, homeland security, taxes, patents, and other issues. Law degree is desirable but not required for well-qualified applicants. Previous Hill experience as well as Midwest ties are highly desired. Interested candidates should forward their resume and a cover letter to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov, indicating the job referral number in the subject line.
OFF HILL
Senior Director, Technology Policy – Chamber of Progress
Chamber of Progress, a center-left tech industry association devoted to technology’s progressive future, is seeking a Senior Director of Technology Policy. This role will serve as our lead policy expert and strategist on issues including AI, privacy, online speech, content moderation, online marketplaces, ticketing, and competition policy. Apply here.
Director, Government Relations – Maxar
Maxar Space Systems is seeking a Director of Government Relations. In this strategic leadership role, located in the Washington DC area, you will be responsible for fostering relationships to educate legislative and executive branch decision-makers and influencers on Maxar products, services, and technologies. Apply here.
International Trade Analyst – DHS, Customs and Border Protection
This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Trade, Trade Policy and Programs Directorate, Trade Remedy Law Enforcement Directorate, Operations Directorate. Apply here
Supervisory Senior Policy Analyst (Supply Reduction) – Office of National Drug Control Policy
This position is located in the Executive Office of the President (EOP), Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), Office of Commercial Disruption and International Relations (OCDIR). The Supervisory Senior Policy Analyst organizes and coordinates the day-to-day administrative and management functions of OCDIR. Apply here.
Senior Policy Analyst (Supply Reduction) – Office of National Drug Control Policy
The position is located in the Executive Office of the President (EOP), Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), Office of Commercial Disruption and International Relations. ONDCP's mission is to promulgate a Strategy that establishes the Administration's policies, goals, objectives, and priorities for the National Drug Control Program and to coordinate and oversee the implementation of the Strategy by the National Drug Control Program agencies. Apply here.
Legislative Assistant – AIPAC
The Legislative Assistant will provide legislative and/or research support to Senior Policy and Government Affairs (“PGA”) staff. You will report to an Associate Director, PGA. Apply here.
Director, GR – Konsberg Defense & Aerospace
Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. (KDA Inc.), a global defense leader, is seeking a Director Government Affairs to join our team in Alexandria, VA. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining close working relationships with Members of Congress, staff, congressional committees, and industry on behalf of a global defense business. This position is responsible for developing and executing congressional strategies, working with business leaders in both the US and Norway and supporting the company’s growth. This position reports to the Vice President Corporate Affairs. Apply here.
Congressional Relations Officer – Department of Veterans Affairs
This position is located in the Office of Congressional and Legislative Affairs office and serves as a Senior Congressional Affairs Officer. Apply here.
Government Affairs & Analytics: Space & Defense Association – Velos
Velos is the recognized advocacy leader in the US national security space and intelligence market. We're a full-service consulting and engineering services firm representing leaders across the defense, aerospace, intelligence, and related industry enterprise. Velos is seeking to hire an Associate, Strategy, Analysis and Government Engagement to join our team. This position is located onsite at our office in Arlington, VA. Apply here.
Director, GR – V2X
Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. V2X is looking for a Director of Government Relations to provide research, analysis establish relationships with Federal Governmental Leaders and related support relevant to V2X existing and future contemplated programs. For this role, we are looking for a candidate who is organized, proactive, adaptable, and excited by the opportunity to help build the Government Relations function for an industry-leading federal government contractor. Apply here.