NSCSA Weekly Newsletter
NDAA/Appropriations Panel NEXT WEEK!
Fellow NSCSAers,
Hope everyone is staying safe and warm after our first snow of the season! I know we have lots of new staff and fellows at the top of a new Congress, so if you have any friends who fit in this category that would find value in this newsletter/joining NSCSA, please feel free to forward it to them.
NDAA/APPROPIATIONS PANEL - NEXT TUESDAY, JAN 14TH @ 6pm
Interested in maximizing your effectiveness for the FY26 NDAA/appropriations cycle? Come hear from a panel of several very seasoned current and former Hill staff next Tuesday, January 14th from 6-7pm on the House side. We are almost at capacity, so RSVP HERE while we still have space. Location provided upon RSVP.
Panelists
Ben Peterson, Defense and Foreign Policy Advisor, HAC-D RM Betty McCollum
Paul Arcangeli, Former HASC Staff Director
Matt Bower, PSM, HAC-D
Sean McClintock, Former NSA to Sen. Cardin
OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
Atlantic Council — (Fri. 1/10) (1:00 PM) — 2025 preview: What might be the big stories shaping the Americas? Virtual. Link to view here.
1-ON-1 COFFEE CHATS
New Coffee Chat pairings have gone out. Make sure to check Slack/your email and reach out to your new partner for January if you haven’t already! This is a great, low pressure opportunity to make new connections in the 119th. Now’s a good time to sign up if you haven’t already to start expanding your Hill network.
MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
If you are interested in participating in a future cohort of our mentorship program, please submit our interest form.
119TH CONGRESS JOB PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE
We’ve developed a more streamlined process to assist staffers looking for new roles in the 119th Congress. If you’re looking for a new position, please complete this form.
If you’re an employer looking to hire, please complete this form.
NOTE: Completion of the staff form does NOT guarantee employment or referral to a role. However, we will use information provided to better match potential applicants with roles as they become available.
We place a premium on discretion, so we will NOT share your resume with anyone without first asking you.
JOB BULLETIN / RESUME BANK
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: With so many new, incoming members- and senators-elect, there will be more job openings than we can feasibly track. 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
ON HILL
REPUBLICAN SENATOR ON SFRC - NATIONAL SECURITY LC
Republican Senator on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee is accepting applications for a LC position that will be responsible for covering the Foreign Relations, Defense and Veterans portfolio. The ideal candidate will have 1 to 5 years of relevant experience. The successful candidate must be a self-starter with strong written communication skills, attention to detail and be able to work under tight deadlines. Prior Hill experience is strongly preferred. This is NOT an entry level position. Interested candidates should send their resume to conservativesenatorjob@gmail.com with the subject line "SFRC LC".
SENATOR CORY BOOKER - NATIONAL SECURITY LEGISLATIVE AIDE
The Office of Senator Cory A. Booker (D-NJ) seeks a legislative aide to serve on the Senator’s foreign policy, defense, veterans, and national security team. Key responsibilities include working with the Senator’s National Security Advisor to develop and advance legislative priorities, brief the Senator on substantive policy issues and strategy, and represent the Senator with constituents, stakeholders, and federal agencies. The ideal candidate is an exceptional writer and has strong communications, analytical, and organizational skills, works collaboratively, and can prioritize and perform duties in a fast-paced environment. This is not an entry level position- Hill experience and/or relevant work experience is preferred. This office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. Interested applicants should send their resume and cover letter to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line by Friday, January 10, 2025.
SENATOR RUBEN GALLEGO - NATIONAL SECURITY ADVISOR
The Office of Senator Ruben Gallego seeks a National Security Advisor to lead the Senator’s work on foreign policy, defense, veterans, intelligence, and related issues. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in national security policy, a robust understanding of both congressional and executive branch operations, and the ability to provide sound, actionable advice on complex geopolitical and security matters. A proven track record of bipartisan collaboration and policy success is essential. Familiarity with Arizona’s national security interests and defense community is a plus.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to, advising the Senator on policy and legislative developments, developing and advancing legislative initiatives with a focus on bipartisan solutions, representing the Senator in meetings with constituents, and collaborating with stakeholders in Arizona and DC to advance the Senator’s policy priorities.
This is a full-time, in-person position based in Washington, D.C. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, two-page writing sample, and three professional references to GallegoSenateResumes@gmail.com with the subject line: “National Security Advisor – [Your Name].” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
OFF HILL
DoD - Cybersecurity Analyst
Serves as Cybersecurity Analyst staff specialist, and the principal advisor to the Deputy Director and is a principal point of contact for DoD information assurance regarding assigned interoperability assessment programs, and capabilities assessment programs. Apply here.
DoD - Senior Ukraine Policy Advisor
The incumbent serves as the Senior Ukraine Policy Advisor to the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, the Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs, and the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Russia, Ukraine & Eurasia within the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy. Apply here.
Department of State - Policy Advisor (Direct Hire Authority)
This serves as public notice for the use of an Agency-specific Direct Hire Authority. Applicants will be forwarded to the selecting official for consideration. We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
This position is located in the Office of the Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment (E). The office is responsible for advancing the President's and the Department's agenda in foreign policy and strategy. Apply here.
Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International - Senior Manager, Government Affairs
AUVSI is the world's largest nonprofit dedicated to advancing uncrewed systems and robotics. The Senior Manager will focus on building and maintaining relationships with Members of Congress, Congressional committees, and their staff, while tracking and promoting legislation, regulations, policies, and funding. To apply, cend your cover letter and resume in PDF format to careers@auvsi.org and let us know how you will take this job to the next level.
American Enterprise Institute - Project Coordinator, Coalition Defense of Taiwan
The project coordinator will provide administrative and operational support for this crucial initiative to project leads, Dan Blumenthal and Frederick W. Kagan. The position will coordinate internal and external project stakeholders; coordinate with the analytical team lead to generate project plans, tasks, and timelines; proactively ensure that the team completes tasks and other deliverables on time; manage planning exercises and other event logistics; and disseminate and promote project deliverables. Additional responsibilities include limited research support on security and politics in the Indo-Pacific as determined by the project leads. Apply here.
Center for Strategic and Budgetary Assessments - Manager of Strategic Initiatives and Engagement
CSBA seeks a manager of strategic initiatives and engagement who has direct and translatable experience in strategic communications; internal organizational affairs; digital outreach; website, publication, and event management; business development; and media relations to join its operations team. The ideal candidate will possess the skills necessary to grasp the breadth and depth of CSBA’s research and effectively communicate it in various formats. Apply here.
Institute for the Study of War - Middle East Security Program Researcher
ISW seeks a full-time Researcher to conduct research within ISW’s Middle East Security Program to provide timely and exceptional open-source analysis of the geo-strategic dynamics of the Middle East region and how those dynamics will affect U.S. national security interests. ISW seeks a talented and self-motivated Researcher with expertise in Middle East conflicts. The Researcher will publish his or her insights to help identify the risks and opportunities in different policy approaches for U.S. policy-makers and practitioners. The candidate must be passionate about conducting detail-oriented research on emergent events and demonstrate the ability to manage and mentor a team of research interns supporting the project. Apply here.
RESUME BANKS
New Trump/Vance Administration Resume Bank:
Linked is information regarding the application process and instructions for those interested in joining the Trump/Vance administration.
Senate and Senator-elect Resume Bank:
The Senate Employment Office is collecting resumes on behalf of all new Senators-elect. This resume collection is independent of the Senate Resume Bank, and is open now through January 3, 2025. This year, Senators-elect resumes will be collected in a single (linked) application. Individuals may specify the office(s) and position(s) to which they wish to apply. Please be aware that all submissions are final, so individuals should carefully review their application prior to submission.
There will be Senate Resume Workshop held on Wednesday, December 4, 2024. You may also visit this link for more information.
House Resume Bank:
The House Resume Bank connects job seekers with House offices that have a hiring need regardless of whether they have posted a specific job opening. Resumes may be requested by House offices at any time. House offices will match the qualifications of each resume with their specific hiring needs. Should a resume match their hiring needs, House offices will contact the job seeker directly.
House Democratic Resume Bank:
House Democrats also run their own resume bank. Job seekers pursuing employment with a House Democrat may submit their resume here.
Republican Study Committee Resume Bank:
The Republican Study Committee maintains a resume bank to help RSC member offices connect with qualified job candidates. Submit your resume here.
Vandenberg Coalition Resume Bank
The Vandenberg Coalition continues to collect resumes for the 119th Congress. If you are interested in working on the Hill or transitioning offices, you can fill out Vandenberg’s form to be included for consideration.