Say Hi to NSCSA's Newest Board Member!
Embassy Reception, New AI Fellowship, Hefty Job Board, and More
Hello NSCSA Friends,
Hope everyone has had an opportunity to enjoy the holiday break.
Remember to check out our new website, a resource for all things NSCSA — events, dues information, and more.
First, we want to let you know that our NSCSA Women Ambassador Series event has been postponed and will no longer happen next week.
NEWEST NSCSA BOARD MEMBER
We want to congratulate and welcome Brooke Grams as NSCSA’s new Membership Director! Brooke is a national security legislative aide for Sen. Peter Welch. Please say congrats to Brooke when you see her.
SAVE THE DATE - ROMANIAN EMBASSY RECEPTION
On the evening of May 15th, the Romanian Embassy will be hosting a reception in NSCSA’s honor. Attendance will be open only to our dues-paying members.
If you’d like to attend this and our other members-only events and haven’t paid your dues yet, please consider doing so at our website here. For the cost of one Sweetgreen salad, members will receive exclusive benefits and enable us to host higher quality events.
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.
Monthly pairs will go out next week, so please feel free to join here if you are not yet a participant.
OTHER EVENTS
U.S.-ASEAN Dialogue — Why Economic Diplomacy Matters in a Time of Uncertainty: April 29. 3-5 pm. US-ASEAN Center, 1800 I St NW, 8th Floor Pavilion. RSVP here.
FELLOWSHIPS
Foundation for American Innovation Conservative AI Policy Fellowship/ Policy Hackers. Apply here. Applications due April 30.
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
HILL
Artificial Intelligence Counsel – Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX)
Chairman Ted Cruz seeks a conservative counsel to join the Republican staff of the Senate Commerce Committee to lead on artificial intelligence policy. Key responsibilities include developing legislation; conducting oversight of agencies and nominations under the Committee’s jurisdiction; preparing hearings, drafting memos and talking points; and generally advising the Chairman. To apply, please email a brief cover letter, resume, and a writing sample to senatecommercejobs@gmail.com, with an email subject line referencing “AI Counsel.”
Military Legislative Assistant – Senator Ted Cruz – (R-TX)
Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) is seeking a Military Legislative Assistant (MLA) to join his Office’s national security team. The most qualified candidates will have prior military experience, Hill experience, an understanding of the NDAA process, and an existing security clearance. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, three references, and a writing sample to ussenatejobopening@gmail.com and include “Military Legislative Assistant” in the subject line.
Legislative Correspondent – Senator John Hickenlooper (D-CO)
Colorado Senator John Hickenlooper - a laid off geologist turned brewpub owner turned elected official - seeks a hard-working, entrepreneurial Legislative Correspondent to work on the defense and foreign policy portfolio and other issues as assigned. Instead of a cover letter, please describe in 200 words or less why you would be an ideal candidate for this position. Interested candidates should send this, a resume, and a 1-2 page writing sample to Employment@hickenlooper.senate.gov.
Export Controls Professional - U.S. House Committee on Foreign Affairs Majority
The U.S. House Committee on Foreign Affairs Majority seeks experienced export controls professional with a background in legislative authorization processes. Primary duties of the role will include day to day oversight of the Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security and International Trade Administration. In addition, employee will support overseeing and authorizing the State Department’s Bureau of South and Central Asia and Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs (R) family. To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and brief writing sample to HFACGOP.Resumes@mail.house.gov, with the following subjective line: “HFAC SCA Vacancy”
Military Legislative Assistant – Rep. Tony Gonzalez (R-TX)
Core responsibilities include, developing legislative initiatives related to a national security portfolio, including cybersecurity, veterans, foreign affairs, and armed services; monitoring legislative developments within Committees and on the House floor; and meeting with constituents and advocacy groups on behalf of the Member. To apply, please send resumes to housegopemployment@gmail.com with position noted in subject line.
Max Kampelman Fellowship Program – The Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe
The Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe seeks candidates for its Max Kampelman Fellowship program. They are accepting applicants for communications and policy fellowships. The Kampelman Fellowship program is open to current or registered graduate students; applications may be accepted from recent undergraduates (the beginning of the fellowship term should be less than one year since graduation), and in exceptional circumstances, undergraduate students with previous internship experience. All Kampelman Fellowship candidates should have a keen interest in learning more about international affairs, the inner workings of Congress, and the relationship between the legislative and executive branches in the realm of foreign policy. Proficiency in a second OSCE language is an asset. Please send the following application package to csce.fellowships@mail.house.gov:
· Brief cover letter indicating the following:
· Why you want to work for the Commission, including relevant background or personal experiences
· Your specific areas of interest as they relate to the work of the Commission
· Your availability (start and end dates, as well as hours per week)
· Resume of no more than two pages
· Writing sample of three pages or less
· OPTIONAL FOR COMMUNICATION FELLOW APPLICANTS: Samples of your work including copywriting, graphic design, videos, and/or photography
Professional Staff Member – Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Republican Staff
The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 4 years of relevant policy experience. Candidates must have strong written communication skills, attention to detail and be able to work under tight deadlines. This is NOT an entry level position. Interested candidates should send their resume to gopsenatorjob@gmail.com with the subject line “PSM Opening”.
OFF HILL
Director, Leg Affairs - Aerospace Industries Association
The Director, Legislative Affairs will develop and execute the Association’s legislative program; communicate the aerospace and defense (A&D) industry’s concerns before Congress and advocate for those priorities; support AIA events and informational sessions on Capitol Hill; and inform AIA members of key congressional actions and potential impacts the A&D community. In this role, you will develop AIA positions and strategic advocacy on legislation affecting the industry primarily related to civil aviation issues. This includes partnering with the leadership team and AIA members to develop and execute AIA’s legislative strategy and advocating those positions before Congress. It is expected that this position will involve registration and reporting as a federal lobbyist, as required by law, but not registration as a lobbyist before any state. Apply here.
VP - American Global Strategies
American Global Strategies is seeking a Vice President responsible for supporting a Senior Vice President (SVP) in the management and delivery of high-impact geopolitical advisory services. The VP will help oversee a portfolio of clients, contribute to the development of strategic insights, and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality analysis. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. Interested candidates should submit a CV and letter of interest to agsinfo@americanglobalstrategies.com by COB next Friday, May 2.
Senior Director, Government Relations – Thales
The person will be the interface between Thales Government Relations and Thales Group International Development. The scope of this role includes coordination and oversight of TUSA businesses’ engagements across all branches of US federal and state-level governments as well as oversight of the TUSA Political Action Committee (PAC) and management of TUSA interactions with think tanks, industry trade groups, embassies, and policy research organizations. Apply here.
Defense Associate – The Asia Group
The Associate will be an integral member of TAG’s aerospace and defense practice, led by the President, and will have responsibilities related to client servicing of firms in aerospace, defense and security industries. A competitive candidate will have a strong foundation and experience in security, military, and defense trends in the Indo-Pacific region, including an understanding of systems, capabilities, and defense industrial landscape, as well as a command of U.S. national security strategy, policy, and decision-making.. This position may also entail domestic and international travel. Title and pay will be commensurate with experience levels. Apply here.
Deputy Director, Government Affairs – Wounded Warrior Project
The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Government Affairs Deputy Director – Veterans assists in the development and implementation of WWP’s public policy strategy to advance its legislative, regulatory, and advocacy priorities. Apply here.
Defense and Security – RAND
For this position, RAND is seeking to hire an expert in defense and security issues. Responsibilities include formulating project ideas and working with potential project sponsors to gain support, leading research and providing strategic and tactical advice and recommendations to senior leaders, including in the Department of Defense. Apply here.
Security Analysis Specialist – The World Bank
You will be responsible for identifying, monitoring, and evaluating global security developments as they relate to WBG operations in the Latin America and Caribbean Region. This includes coverage of current events and strategic threat and risk trends that may affect longer-term WBG decision making. Apply here.
Director of Subnational Diplomacy – Meridian International Center
The Director, Subnational Diplomacy at Meridian International Center in Washington, DC, will lead the development and implementation of the Subnational Diplomacy Initiative. The Director will be responsible for business development and fundraising, while also serving as the institution's thought leader on local and state diplomacy contributing op-eds, articles, and social media as part of the Meridian brand. This position is located in Washington D.C. and Meridian requires MD, DC, or VA residence for all employees. The position may work partially remotely until further notice. Apply here.
Intelligence Analyst – Control Risk
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 Salesforce personnel, operations, and broader business interests. Apply here.
International Trade Policy Analyst – Recycled Materials Association
The Recycled Materials Association (ReMA) is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented International Trade Policy Analyst (ITPA) to support our trade policy efforts. This role will focus on analyzing trade regulations, tariffs, export controls and other initiatives to support our members navigating compliance challenges. The ITPA will work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to advocate for fair and sustainable trade policies that impact the Recycled Materials Industry. Apply here.
Executive Director – The International Churchill Society
ICS is searching for an Executive Director (ED) to be responsible for the organization’s overall leadership, vision, and execution of the organization’s mission. This person should have a passion for driving forward Churchill’s legacy and building ICS’s brand globally. Apply here.
Intelligence Analyst – George Mason University
The mission of the Washington/Baltimore High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (W/B HIDTA) Investigative Support Center (ISC) is to provide superior intelligence and case support to W/B HIDTA initiatives, participating agencies, and the HIDTA program. The Intelligence Analyst assigned to the Washington/Baltimore High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (W/B HIDTA) participates in all steps of the intelligence cycle: planning and directing, collecting information, processing and collating information, analyzing, producing and disseminating intelligence to help attain the mission of the W/B HIDTA. Apply here.
Senior Fellow, Freedom and Prosperity Center – Atlantic Council
The Senior Fellow will be a key part of the team and will work closely with the Senior Director of the Center. True to the Atlantic Council’s dynamic and entrepreneurial workplace culture, this position requires close and continuous collaboration with colleagues in other regional and functional centers across the organization. This position will focus on ensuring that F&P’s work is well-structured and reaches policy stakeholders while consistently broadening our reach to a new community of global stakeholders. The ideal candidate will grow the F&P’s brand and increase awareness of the Center’s content and convenings. Apply here.
Deputy Director, Development and External Affairs – Atlantic Council, Adrienne Arsht Latin American Center
The Deputy Director will work with the AALAC Vice President to serve as the Center’s business development lead, oversee the Center’s corporate opportunities, manage the Center’s engagements with Capitol Hill, and determine new areas of financial growth for the center based on opportunities for public policy impact and market demand. Apply here.
Director – George Washington University, Institute for Data, Democracy, and Politics
The Director, IDDP is responsible for overseeing the Institute’s day-to-day operations, but also for helping to secure its long-term viability. Apply here.
External Comms/ Gov Affairs Analyst – Institute for Defense Analyses
Under minimal supervision, the External Communications/Government Affairs Analyst plays a critical role in assessing developments that may impact IDA at various levels of local and federal government. Apply here.
Vice President for Legislative Affairs – Development Finance Corporation (DFC)
The Development Finance Corporation (DFC) is seeking a seasoned Vice President for Legislative Affairs to lead DFC’s legislative strategy and serve as the primary liaison on Capitol Hill. This role requires extensive experience in legislative affairs, a proven track record of success with strong relationships with legislators and congressional staff, and exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills. The VP will develop and implement comprehensive legislative initiatives aligned with DFC’s mission, represent the organization in high-level meetings and policy discussions, and monitor legislative and regulatory developments to provide strategic counsel to the executive team. Additionally, the director will mentor and lead a dynamic team, ensuring that DFC’s legislative and policy goals are effectively advanced in a complex political environment. Interested candidates should send their resumes to NatSecCSA@gmail.com.
Senior Foreign Policy Advisor – American Committee for Middle East Rights
We are seeking a seasoned and dynamic Senior Policy Advisor specializing in foreign policy to lead research, strategy, and implementation in both U.S. and international policy landscapes. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in international relations and federal policy, complemented by significant private-sector experience. This role demands a strategic thinker who can adapt to dynamic environments, manage multiple responsibilities, and foster cross-sector partnerships. The Senior Policy Advisor will work closely with the organization’s growing team, collaborating across departments and stakeholders to achieve impactful outcomes. Apply here.
Middle East Security Program Researcher – Institute for the Study of War
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. Apply here.
Stanton Nuclear Security Senior Fellow – Council on Foreign Relations
The David Rockefeller Studies Program at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is seeking to hire a Stanton Nuclear Security Senior Fellow. The fellow will be expected to conduct original research on nuclear security policy, which includes nuclear terrorism, nuclear proliferation, and nuclear weapons, and as it relates to nuclear security, nuclear energy. Apply here.
National Security Affairs Advocacy Manager – Booz Allen Hamilton
Develop and execute strategic legislative engagement and advocacy initiatives. Collaborate closely with senior executives and key business leaders across the company to maintain awareness of National Security business priorities, as well as identify potential risks and benefits associated with various policy, legislative, and regulatory initiatives, particularly in areas such as the Intelligence Community, Homeland Security, and national security Space. Apply here.
Associate – Beacon Global Strategies
Embracing collaboration, problem solving, and adaptability, you’ll quickly establish yourself as a valued member of the team. You’ll showcase leadership skills as you connect with contacts at multiple levels and take charge of project management processes. Responsibilities include researching, monitoring, and analyzing specific developments (political, economic, business, technology, etc.). If you are interested, apply here and reach out to the Professional Development Director, Jacob DePeralta, for more information at NatSecCSA@gmail.com
Associate Public Policy Manager – GR Korea
The GR Company is seeking a highly motivated Associate Public Policy Manager to join our Washington, D.C. office, with a primary focus on supporting our operations in Korea. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting government relations projects related to Korea while acting as a liaison between US-based clients and our project teams in Seoul. Apply here.
Iran Analyst, Critical Threats Project- American Enterprise Institute
The Critical Threats Project (CTP) at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) produces detailed, objective analysis and forecasts of America’s core national security challenges and concrete recommendations to address them. CTP also trains the next generation of policymakers and intelligence analysts. Its granular, open-source publications assist government officials, the media, and the military and intelligence communities while informing the public about the nuance and scale of threats to America’s security. Apply here.
Intelligence Analyst – Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
The intelligence analyst role is crucial. You’ll be responsible for conducting comprehensive intelligence evaluations, supporting counterterrorism initiatives, and assessing evolving threats. Your expertise extends to a wide range of critical fields, such as geospatial intelligence, cyber threat analysis, and military operations coordination, you’ll use and advance tools like predictive modeling software and geospatial mapping systems deployed in various environments. Apply here
Director for GeoStrategy Initiative – Atlantic Council
The Atlantic Council seeks a global strategic thinker with a track record of shaping the public debate and influencing US and allied policy to serve as Director of the GeoStrategy Initiative, reporting to the Senior Director of the Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security. Apply here.
Washington Junior National Security and International Trade Associate – K&L Gates
We are seeking a National Security and International Trade junior associate to join our dynamic Washington, DC office. The ideal candidate will have two to three years of legal experience and should be versed and conversant in regulatory practices within export and import controls, foreign ownership, control, or influence mitigation measures, sanctions and other trade regulations. Apply here.