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Strategic Policy Analyst (Strategic Planner 2)

HII


Job Location:

Tampa, FL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 68960 - 100000
Posted: 24 October 2026 (7 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 21 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Requisition Number:30769

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$68960.00-$100000.00

Security Clearance:TS/SCI

Level of Experience:MidHI

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO) a business group within HIIs Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations platforms and logistics and intelligence operations.

HII designs develops integrates and manages the sensors systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense the combatant commands and the intelligence community HII advances the mission around the globe.

Leadership Mindset at HII Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework we define how every employee grows leads and contributesregardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

  • Know & Grow Your People Commit to learning and supporting team success.
  • Build Relationships Communicate openly collaborate well and build trust.
  • Take Ownership Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
  • Customer First Focus on the mission and those we serve.
  • Shape the Future Bring ideas curiosity and continuous improvement.
  • Act with Urgency Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description
HII Mission Technologies is seeking a Strategic Policy Analyst (Strategic Planner 2) to join our team supporting U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) in Tampa FL. This role supports senior military and civilian leaders by conducting strategic analysis assessing policy implications and contributing to the development of regional and functional strategies within the USCENTCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR). The analyst will help shape long-term theater objectives integrate national-level guidance into command planning efforts and prepare leadership for emerging geopolitical security and operational challenges. This position is ideal for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment can synthesize complex information quickly and enjoy working at the intersection of strategy policy and operational planning.
Essential Job Responsibilities
  • Conducts strategic-level analysis on geopolitical military and policy issues affecting the USCENTCOM AOR integrating insights into command strategies theater campaign plans and senior leader decision materials.
  • Assesses how national-level guidancesuch as the National Security Strategy National Defense Strategy and National Military Strategyaffects USCENTCOM plans priorities and posture.
  • Supports the development refinement and coordination of strategy documents policy papers talking points information papers and other products for senior leaders.
  • Provides subject-matter expertise on regional dynamics partner nation equities security cooperation activities and emerging threats that influence command-level planning.
  • Develops and presents briefings to senior military and civilian leadership interagency partners and international counterparts including high-visibility VIP engagements.
  • Coordinates with Joint Staff OSD interagency organizations component commands and partner nations to synchronize strategic planning efforts and ensure unity of effort across the theater.
  • Monitors regional developments evaluates implications for U.S. objectives and produces concise assessments to inform operational and strategic decision-making.
  • Establishes and maintains working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support collaborative planning initiatives and strategic communication efforts.
Minimum Qualifications

3 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 1 year relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 7 years relevant experience.

  • Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Clearance - Must possess and maintain a TS-SCI clearance
  • Writing Sample Required; Instructions will be provided to candidates selected for the interview stage.

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Preferred Requirements
  • Experience working on a combatant command (CCMD) major command Joint Staff OSD or service-level headquarters; experience in or directly supporting the USCENTCOM AOR strongly preferred.
  • Experience supporting strategy development policy formulation campaign planning or theater-level operational planning.
  • Ability to rapidly synthesize inputs from meetings intelligence and policy discussions into clear written products such as talking points information papers strategic assessments and leadership read-aheads.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop senior-leader-level briefing materials and strategic communication products.
  • Familiarity with key national security and DoD strategy documents (NSS NDS NMS UCP) and how they influence CCMD planning and resource prioritization.
  • Proficient research analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to distill complex issues and present them clearly.
  • Experience coordinating with interagency organizations (State Department USAID Intelligence Community etc.) or partner nations on regional policy or security issues is a plus.
  • Prior deployment overseas experience or regional expertise related to the Middle East Central Asia or broader USCENTCOM AOR preferred but not required.
Physical Requirements
Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.


The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the roles location expectations and responsibilities. When extending an offer HIIs Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include but are not limited to the roles function and a candidates education or training work experience and key skills.

Meet HIIs Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR AI and Big Data cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role thats right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

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HII is more than a job - its an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the worlds most powerful survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas sky land space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of Americas top large company employers we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts peoples safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve at HII youll find a supportive and welcoming environment competitive benefits and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin physical or mental disability age or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local law.

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