Congressional Affairs Analyst

## Job Description

### Description

SAIC is searching for a dynamic Congressional Analyst with an active Top Secret clearance to join the team supporting the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW(R&E)). This pivotal role sits at the center of an organization driving the development of groundbreaking capabilities for the Department of War (DOW), advancing innovation, and safeguarding the nation’s technological advantage.

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an organization and mission shaping the future of DOW technology. Your work will help ensure OUSW(R&E) remains at the forefront of innovation while navigating the complex landscape of congressional interactions with professionalism and strategic insight. The role is located at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA.

“The expected salary range for this position is $120,000 – $150,000, based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.”

### Job Responsibilities

Manage congressional workflow and tasking systems, including the Congressional Hearings and Reporting Requirements Tracking System (CHARRTS), Office of Legislative Counsel (OLC) Web, DOW Congressional Tracking System, and CATMS database.

Provide multifunctional administrative support, including analysis, filing, support activities, task management, briefing management, and management of special congressional workflows.

Coordinate legislative activities within OUSW(R&E), ensuring alignment across the enterprise.

Handle congressional reporting for OUSW(R&E), analyzing legislative material, coordinating tasking and workflow, arbitrating disputes, and working with OSW(LA) and BAA.

Create and maintain workflow, reporting, and analysis documents, track deadlines, and issue guidance.

Manage special inter‑Department projects, coordinating with OSD(LA), OGC, and OLC on task groups and processes.

Collate and refine OUSW(R&E) reports, manage groups, and strategize to meet congressional requirements.

Analyze inquiries and responses, manage correspondence, track follow‑up actions, and provide document retrieval services.

Assemble information, maintain files, and coordinate responses to congressional and DoW staff inquiries.

Perform general administrative duties, including coordinating security clearances, processing badge requests, tracking FOIA requests, and assisting with Pentagon parking for congressional visitors.

Respond to congressional inquiries, coordinate responses, and maintain a database of inquiries and responses.

Document congressional reports and analysis, summarizing official program information as required by DoW or federal directives.

### Qualifications

#### Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and at least 6 to 10 years or more of related experience; Master’s degree and eight (8) years or more experience; PhD or JD and five (5) years or more experience.

At least 2 years of legislative systems management experience within the DOW.

Strong problem identification and resolution skills, flexibility, initiative, and a proven ability to work efficiently and effectively with Senior Executives.

Active TS clearance required to start; ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance required to maintain employment.

#### Desired Qualifications

Experience in congressional briefing management and direct congressional staff interaction and support as a DOW representative.

Prior experience supporting an OSW principal (USW, ASW, PDASW).

Target salary range: $120,001 – $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

### Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect the world. Its robust portfolio across defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high‑end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. SAIC integrates emerging technology rapidly and securely into mission‑critical operations that modernize and enable essential national imperatives.

SAIC employs approximately 23,000 professionals, driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit the newsroom.

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