ANSER Corporation

Senior Action Officer

ANSER Corporation • $100K — $130K *
Arlington, VA 22204In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
11 - 15 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Active Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access.
  • Master's degree with 15+ years supporting Department of War organizations and defense policy.
  • 12+ years experience within the Office of the Secretary of War.
  • Strong knowledge of DoW and OSW structures, policies, and strategic objectives.
  • Experience with senior military and civilian leadership in OSW and related entities.
  • Proficient in conducting policy analysis and developing executive-level materials.
  • Skilled in coordinating initiatives across various organizational stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Support policy development and implementation for administration and governance within OSW.
  • Conduct research and gap analyses for informed decision-making by senior leaders.
  • Serve as the primary action officer, coordinating activities across functional areas.
  • Track and resolve complex issues involving diverse management stakeholders.
  • Prepare executive-level packages and briefing materials for senior leadership.
  • Represent ODA&M in interagency and external working groups and committees.
  • Monitor and recommend improvements for policy implementation and organizational performance.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Access to cross-departmental projects and initiatives.
  • Collaboration with senior leadership and high-level decision makers.
Full Job Description
Position Overview:

ANSER is seeking an Action Officer to support the Office of the Director of Administration and Management (ODA&M) Front Office within the Office of the Secretary of War (OSW). In this role, you will provide strategic policy, management, and organizational support to senior Department of War (DoW) leadership, helping drive high-priority initiatives that enhance the administrative and operational effectiveness of OSW. You will serve as a trusted advisor on complex management issues, coordinate cross-functional efforts, and develop executive-level products that support informed decision-making across the Department.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
  • Support the development, review, and implementation of policies related to administration, management, governance, resource allocation, and organizational effectiveness within OSW.
  • Conduct policy research, gap analyses, and risk assessments to support senior leader decision-making.
  • Serve as the primary action officer for assigned portfolios and coordinate activities across multiple functional areas.
  • Track, coordinate, and resolve complex issues involving human resources, financial management, logistics, security, and information management stakeholders.
  • Prepare executive-level staff packages, briefing materials, decision papers, and correspondence for senior DoW leadership.
  • Represent ODA&M in departmental, interagency, and external working groups, committees, and task forces.
  • Coordinate with OSW offices, Military Departments, Defense Agencies, and external stakeholders to ensure policy alignment and consistency.
  • Provide direct policy and management support on sensitive and time-critical initiatives.
  • Draft memoranda, directives, congressional responses, and other official correspondence.
  • Monitor implementation and effectiveness of approved policies and programs and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance.
  • Develop performance metrics and conduct evaluations to assess organizational outcomes and program effectiveness.
  • Lead or support special projects, policy reviews, organizational studies, and contingency planning efforts as directed by senior leadership.

Required Qualifications:
  • Active Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access.
  • Master's degree and 15+ years of experience supporting Department of War organizations, defense policy development, administration, management, or related functions.
  • 12+ years of experience supporting or working within the Office of the Secretary of War.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of DoW and OSW organizational structures, policies, priorities, and strategic objectives.
  • Experience supporting senior military and civilian leaders within OSW, the Military Departments, Defense Agencies, or other federal organizations.
  • Experience conducting policy analysis, strategic planning, organizational assessments, or decision-support activities.
  • Experience developing executive-level briefings, staff packages, decision memoranda, and official correspondence.
  • Experience coordinating initiatives and resolving issues across multiple organizational and functional stakeholders.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting operational improvement efforts and utilizing performance management or decision-support tools.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance.
  • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information to senior leaders.
  • Experience building and maintaining productive relationships with military and civilian stakeholders across multiple organizations.
  • Ability to work independently and anticipate leadership requirements while managing competing priorities.
  • Demonstrated ownership of projects and initiatives from planning through execution and transition.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating high-visibility initiatives.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional judgment when supporting senior executives and leadership teams.

About ANSER Corporation

ANSER Corporation is a non-profit research and development organization that provides analytical and technical support to the U.S. government. The company was founded in 1958 and is headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia. ANSER's services include systems engineering, strategic planning, and program management. The company works with a variety of government agencies, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, and the Department of Energy. ANSER is committed to providing innovative solutions to its clients and has a strong focus on research and development. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including recognition for its contributions to national security.
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Size
600 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
* Ladders Estimates

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