Policy Analyst

Role overview

This remote role is for a Policy Analyst in the United States, supporting a partner organization that handles the application process and all subsequent hiring steps. The position centers on governance, policy creation, and compliance within a large stakeholder-driven environment.

You will help build and maintain policy structures and governance documentation that enable secure, well-managed information practices. The role involves close coordination with stakeholders to keep work aligned with legal, regulatory, and internal requirements across federal IT and information-sharing initiatives.

Success in this role requires someone who is proactive, analytical, and comfortable turning complex requirements into practical governance solutions. It is well suited to a candidate who enjoys mission-oriented public-sector work and collaborating with varied teams on important programs.

Accountabilities

• Contribute to the creation and upkeep of governance frameworks, policy materials, and implementation documentation.
• Help prepare and maintain engagement agreements, MOUs, and related governance documents.
• Write, refresh, and refine charters, standard operating procedures, and other supporting policy content.
• Maintain governance records, compliance evidence, and tracking dashboards that support oversight activities.
• Assist in shaping governance structures and matrices for information security, privacy, content handling, and user-access management.
• Support compliance work to help ensure alignment with applicable legal, policy, and regulatory obligations, including FISMA, privacy, and data governance requirements.
• Communicate governance and policy updates clearly to stakeholders, following direction from leadership.
• Support meetings and communications with advisory groups, steering committees, working groups, and other governance forums.
• Identify process gaps and contribute ideas for continuous improvement.
• Balance multiple priorities while delivering accurate, high-quality work in a fast-moving setting.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in policy development, governance, or compliance support within a federal IT or information-sharing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• Working knowledge of federal compliance frameworks such as FISMA, privacy requirements, and data governance practices.
• Background supporting complex projects, organizational change, or transformation efforts in government settings.
• Ability to obtain and keep the required security clearance or public trust eligibility.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and issue-resolution abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex matters in straightforward language.
• Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to manage several deadlines at once.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
• Adaptable mindset with openness to feedback and process improvements in changing environments.
• Professional, steady, and solutions-focused approach under pressure.

Benefits and additional information

• Remote position with occasional travel for client engagements.
• Chance to contribute to meaningful public-sector programs and mission-driven initiatives.
• Collaborative environment with exposure to complex governance and technology challenges.
• Professional development through work on federal policy, compliance, and information-sharing efforts.
• Compensation is competitive and based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to work with diverse stakeholders and support operational improvements.

Application and hiring process

This opportunity is listed through a hiring partner that manages applications and the next stages of the process. Applications are reviewed through an AI-assisted matching workflow, and the strongest matches are forwarded to the employer for final decisions. Interviews, assessments, and follow-up steps are handled by the employer’s internal hiring team.

Data and hiring notice

By applying, you consent to your information being processed for candidate evaluation and shared with the hiring employer where needed, on the basis of legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws, including GDPR. You may request access, correction, deletion, or objection rights at any time.

AI tools may be used to support parts of the recruitment workflow, such as screening applications, reviewing resumes, or checking responses for possible inconsistencies or verification signals. These tools assist the recruitment team but do not replace human review. Final hiring decisions are made by people.