Strategic Planning and Engagement Analyst

Position/Job Title: Strategic Planning and Engagement Analyst

Pay: 105,000 to 135,000

Status: Active

Location: Norfolk, VA (Hybrid or remote with periodic on-site support)

Start date: Upon Contract Award

Security Clearance: Secret (Top Secret preferred)

Travel: N/A

Background: Vectrona is seeking a mission-driven Strategic Planning and Engagement Analyst to support U.S. Fleet Forces Command (USFF) with high-level strategy, congressional engagement, and executive communication. This full-time position is focused on the execution of strategic planning tasks, development of analytical deliverables, and creation of polished, executive-level materials to inform senior Navy leadership and support operational readiness.  The selected individual will operate as a key member of a collaborative team, applying data analysis, policy research, and strategic insight to drive engagement initiatives and inform fleet-level decision-making.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Support the development of the Commander’s Vision and Guidance (V&G) and strategic planning artifacts
• Create executive-level briefings, information papers, and strategic communication products
• Conduct SWOT assessments, COA analysis, and develop Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)
• Provide research and develop engagement content for senior leader and congressional interactions
• Maintain databases tracking strategic and congressional engagements; analyze effectiveness metrics
• Translate complex data and operational priorities into clear, actionable insights for leadership
• Collaborate across USFF directorates and liaise with stakeholders to ensure alignment and continuity.

Preferred Education/Degree:

• Master’s degree, or Bachelor’s degree with an additional 3 years of equivalent experience (for a minimum total of 7 years’ experience).

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years of demonstrated specific experience in advanced communication, project development, and strategic engagement support.
• 4+ years of experience in strategic plan development, data analytics, COA analysis, or Navy programmatic research
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook for executive-level deliverables
• Demonstrated experience producing senior-level briefing materials and communication tools
• Strong familiarity with Navy organizational structure, operational readiness, and command-level staffing
• Active Secret clearance required; ability to support classified and unclassified deliverables

VECTRONA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

All Vectrona employment is contingent upon the individual providing legal proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States and satisfactory background check results.

Employment with Vectrona is “at will” in accordance with Federal/State laws.

Vectrona provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applications for employment. In addition to federal law requirements, Vectrona complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.