NSCSA Weekly Newsletter
Don't This Week's Leg Strategy Panel!
Good afternoon!
As we forge ahead into a busy summer, we’re excited about our upcoming Leg Strategy panel this Thursday, June 26! See below for more details on this event as well as other events and job opportunities.
Reminder: Our June 26 event give priority to official NSCSA members. Now is a great time to sign up for official membership (if you haven’t already).
JUNE 26 NATSEC LEG STRATEGY PANEL
NSCSA is hosting a advanced legislative strategy panel with a number of expert guests this Thursday, June 26th at 6pm on the Senate side.
Open to congressional staff only. First dibs on attendance will be reserved for our dues-paying members, which you can pay here if you haven’t already. RSVP Here.
Panelists:
Matt Bower - Icebreaker Strategies; Former HAC-D PSM
Mohsin Syed - Former DoT Secretary Buttigieg's CoS and Former T&I/Commerce Staffer
Anthony Papian - HSGAC Border Management Subcommittee Staff Director
Shana Chandler - General Dynamics; Former CoS, HASC Ranking Member Adam Smith
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 next month will go out in early July.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Briefing for Congressional Staff on Wales Compound Semiconductor Cluster: June 24, 2025. 11:00 am - 12:10 pm. 2075 Rayburn. RSVP to brittan.robinson001@gov.wales. Open to congressional staff only. Details below.
Wales Compound Semiconductor Cluster Reception: The briefing on the 24th noted above will be followed by a reception the evening of June 25th. Details below.
CISA Reauthorization Briefing presented by Internet Security Alliance: June 26, 12:00 - 1:00 pm. Cannon Room 401.
The Art of Staffing 2 (Briefing Skills): June 30, 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Location to be announced. 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.
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
Congressman Tony Gonzalez (R-TX) – Senior Legislative Assistant
Core responsibilities include developing legislative initiatives relevant to the Member's position on the House Appropriations Committee and the Committee on Homeland Security. To apply, please send resumes to housegopemployment@gmail.com with position noted in subject line.
Legislative Assistant – Republican Senator on SVAC
Republican member of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, seeks a Legislative Assistant to cover veterans affairs portfolio. Responsibilities include legislative drafting and research, briefing preparation, staffing the Senator at hearings, and leading constituent and policy meetings. Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating the job referral number in the subject line.
OFF HILL
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.
Lobbyist – Raytheon Technologies
The RTX Federal Affairs, Lobbyist will advocate for civil (spectrum, NOAA, etc.), commercial aviation and space issues for three RTX businesses, but primarily Collins Aerospace and Pratt & Whitney. This lobbyist will foster relationships with the Executive and Legislative Branches, specifically around non-defense issues. Apply here.
Senior Director, GR – Sierra Nevada Corporation
As Sr Director Government Relations, you will drive initiatives to support the development and implementation of corporate policy through strategic partnerships with government and industry groups. You'll be responsible for representing the company on legislative and regulatory affairs with elected officials and government officials in regulatory agencies and ensure appropriate company participation in government forums and industry group meetings. Apply here.
Associate Manager, Programs and Research, China – U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Work with the China team to develop and execute programs, events, and quarterly research projects for China Center team membership. Conduct research, monitor and track China-specific legislation on Capitol Hill, help write daily reports on relevant news and policy developments, and provide general administrative and logistical support. Apply here.
Deputy Director of Government Relations – U.S. Global Leadership Coalition
The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC) is seeking a second Deputy Director of Government Relations to help lead a dynamic and high-performing Government Relations Team responsible for USGLC’s engagement with Congress on America’s role in the world and how strategic investments in diplomacy and international assistance, alongside a strong military, strengthen U.S. national security and our economic interests. Apply here.
Research Lead – AI Security Policy
RAND's Meselson Center, part of the Global and Emerging Risks (GER) division, is seeking an accomplished policy leader to drive our government engagements for AI security policy initiatives. As Research Lead - AI Security Policy, you'll inform the regulatory and policy framework for securing powerful AI systems, evaluating cyber capabilities of AI systems, and other key policy goals at the intersection of AI and information security. Apply here.
AI Policy Research Assistant
RAND’s Technology and Security Policy Center (TASP) is seeking mission-driven AI Policy Research Residents to contribute to and lead research, decision support, and/or technical work at the rapidly evolving intersection of artificial intelligence, national or global security, and U.S. domestic and international policy. Apply here.
Senior Manager, Cyber, Space, and NatSec Policy – Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber’s Center for National Security Policy is a dynamic and growing part of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. We are looking for an entrepreneurial team member to join us and support the center’s active policy areas: cybersecurity, space, defense, and AI and quantum security. These groups are made up of Chamber members representing a broad spectrum of the global economy. Apply here.
VP, Gov Affairs – Swarm Aero
The VP of Government Affairs will own the shaping and execution of the company’s legislative strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and proactively providing actionable insights on policy developments. Acting as the company’s primary representative to Congress, this leader will advance legislative priorities, secure priorities, and orchestrate impactful engagements such as briefings, site visits, and high impact events. Apply here.
Outreach Specialist - Wounded Warrior Project
The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Outreach Specialist connects, serves, and empowers WWP Alumni and Alumni family and family support members by assisting the WWP Alumni program and Alumni team with outreach to wounded service members and with planning and executing Alumni engagement events and activities in an assigned local or regional area. Apply here.
Director and Senior Fellow, Defense-Industrial Initiatives Group
The CSIS Defense and Security Department seeks a Director of the Defense-Industrial Initiatives Group (DIIG) to lead, manage, and direct the Defense and Security Department’s (DSD) work on the defense industrial ecosystem. The Director will also contribute to the program’s mission by conducting high-quality and impactful research and analysis, participating in and shaping the policy dialogue, engaging with external stakeholders, participating in fundraising efforts, and contributing to program and institutional operations. Apply here.
Senior Director Security & Defense Policy – Nokia
Nokia is seeking a seasoned technology policy expert with over 8 years of experience to lead the company’s advocacy efforts in national security, defense, and supply chain/trade policy. This strategic role is an integral part of Nokia’s Global Geopolitical and Government Relations (GGR) team and reports directly to the Head of Nokia’s Washington Office. Working closely with colleagues across the Geopolitical and Government Relations (GGR) team, the individual will also support legislative outreach to Congress, advancing policy initiatives aligned with Nokia’s business objectives. Apply here.
Russia Researcher – Institute for the Study of War
ISW seeks a full-time Researcher to conduct research within ISW’s Russia Portfolio to provide timely and exceptional open-source analysis of the geo-strategic dynamics of Russian domestic and foreign policy and how those dynamics will affect U.S. national security interests. Apply here.
Head, Trade & Economic Security Policy – AWS Public Policy, Americas
he Head, Trade and Economic Security Public Policy, AWS will join a dynamic team and be able to immediately and directly enhance AWS’ policy advocacy related to trade and global economic security policy developments, such as export controls. Like our business interests, our policy issues are broad, forward-thinking, and driven by what is best for our customers. The Head, Trade and Economic Security Public Policy, AWS will be based in Washington, DC, and will be an integral part of the AWS Public Policy - Americas team. Apply here.
Intelligence Analyst – Control Risks
We are seeking a highly motivated and analytically rigorous Embedded Intelligence Analyst to join our team. This role is ideal for an intelligence professional with a strong foundation in open-source analysis and a demonstrated ability to assess complex global risks in support of corporate security and strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have experience with geopolitical intelligence and a background in Counterintelligence. Conduct in-depth, proactive analysis of open-source intelligence (OSINT) to identify and assess threats and emerging risks, including geopolitical developments, violent extremism, and civil unrest, with direct implications for Client personnel, operations, and broader business interests. Apply here.
Director, Parternships & Strategic Initiatives – United Nations Foundation
The United Nations Foundation (UNF) seeks a highly skilled and experienced fundraising and strategic operations professional to serve as Director of Partnerships and Strategic initiatives within its Development and Partnerships team. As UNF embarks on an exciting strategic refresh to shape its future, the Director of Partnerships and Strategic Initiatives will play a critical leadership role in developing and executing initiatives that expand revenue, enhance stakeholder relationships, and improve operational performance across the development function. Apply here.
Associate, Africa Practice – DGA Group
An Associate is an entry-level position for regional, functional or sector practices. Associates support practice leads and other senior staff with scheduling, team operations, editing and archiving client deliverables, and other duties that support the team’s client service, business development, and internal functioning. Apply here.
International Relations Specialist – SelectUSA
In this International Relations Specialist (IRS) position you will be responsible for conducting analyses of the geopolitical risk factors that impact legitimate flows of people and goods in relation to U.S. trade and security goals in the respective region(s), and for developing and managing related technical assistant and capacity building programs. Additionally, the IRS will serve as a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) subject matter expert and liaison with the U.S. inter-agency for the assigned region(s) and an agency representative on policy discussions impacting the CBP mission and regional objectives. Apply here.
Program Director and Senior Fellow, Middle East Security Program
The Center for a New American Security (CNAS) seeks to hire a part-time program director and senior fellow for its Middle East Security Program. Ideal candidates will have deep experience in research and/or policy development on Middle East security issues and regional dynamics. Policy-relevant knowledge and expertise in regional trends and relationships, including with the Gulf, Iran, and Israel, is preferred. The position is part-time (10-20 hours per week). Eligibility for employee benefit plans will depend on the amount of time spent on CNAS work. Candidates should indicate their availability for part-time employment in their cover letter. Apply here.
Satellite Policy Manager – SpaceX
SpaceX is leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Apply here.
Senior Program Officer, China Climate Industrial Policy – Asia Society
The Asia Society Policy Institute, a solutions-oriented think and do tank headquartered in New York with an office in Washington, D.C., seeks a Senior Program Officer, China Climate Industrial Policy to play a central role in its work at the intersection of industrial policy, trade, and climate change. Apply here.
Deputy Director, N7 Initiative, Middle East Programs – Atlantic Council
The N7 Initiative seeks a highly experienced and motivated leader to serve as Deputy Director of the N7 Initiative. In this critical role, you will be responsible for strategic planning, donor stewardship, project management, and communications and outreach. This role will serve as a thought partner and delegate to the Director; interface with the Initiative’s donors and partners; foster relationships with relevant government officials and private sector representatives; and help ensure the success of key Initiative activities including conferences, trips, and Congressional engagement. As a key representative of the N7 Initiative, you will engage with government officials, international organizations, donors, and the media to advance the institute’s impact and visibility. Apply here.