Guidehouse

Defense Trade Analyst

Guidehouse$98K — $163K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Secret security clearance required
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in national security or relevant disciplines
  • Strong understanding of ITAR and defense trade regulations
  • Proficiency with data analysis and Excel
  • Ability to work on-site in Washington, DC full-time

Responsibilities

  • Support senior U.S. government advisors directly
  • Analyze defense trade issues and regulatory impacts
  • Apply knowledge of ITAR and federal regulations
  • Prepare data analyses and Excel products for congressional reporting
  • Draft clear written materials for stakeholders
  • Engage with government counterparts for information gathering and decision support

Benefits

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Potential for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Life insurance options
  • Health Savings Account and flexible spending accounts
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Student Loan PayDown
  • Tuition Reimbursement and personal development opportunities
  • Skills Development & Certifications
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
  • Mobility Stipend
Full Job Description

Job Family:

Operational Effectiveness Consulting


Travel Required:

None


Clearance Required:

Active Secret

What You Will Do:

  • Provide direct support to senior advisors within the U.S. government.

  • Analyze and interpret defense trade issues, requirements, and regulatory impacts.

  • Apply knowledge of ITAR and related federal regulations governing defense trade.

  • Support congressional reporting needs through data analysis and Excel-based products.

  • Prepare clear, concise written materials for internal and external stakeholders.

  • Engage with counterparts across the U.S. government to gather information, coordinate actions, and support decision-making.

What You Will Need:

  • An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.

  • Bachelor's degree

  • Minimum THREE (3) years of experience in relevant disciplines and fields, preferably in a national security setting

  • Strong understanding of defense trade concepts and regulatory frameworks, including ITAR.

  • Proficiency with data analysis and Excel.

  • Ability to be on-site in Washington, DC full0time.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn the nuances of defense trade operations.

  • Experience supporting senior U.S. government advisors or similar stakeholders.

  • Familiarity with interagency coordination across federal departments.

  • Excellent writing and communication skills.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively.

The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life

  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Student Loan PayDown

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

  • Skills Development & Certifications

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

  • Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is a management consulting firm headquartered in Washington, D.C. The firm provides consulting services to clients in the public and commercial sectors, with a focus on energy, financial services, healthcare, national security, and aerospace and defense. Guidehouse was founded in 2018 as a spin-off from PwC. The firm has over 7,000 employees and operates in more than 50 locations worldwide.
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2018

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