SMX is seeking a Foreign Policy Analyst and Planner to conduct outreach across the USINDOPACOM AOR and the interagency, gaining insight and situational understanding of diplomatic, security, military, and other leading think- tank subject matter experts (SME) to produce and disseminate reports on U.S. foreign policy impacts and partner nation atmospherics that support, or are obstacles to, the full spectrum of OAIs by USSOF. To be successful candidate must be driven, motivated, self-starter and work well with multiple stakeholders in a fluid, high OPTEMPO environment.

This position requires a DoD TS/SCI which requires US citizenship for work on DoD contracts.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Analyze and integrate U.S. and partner nation policy analysis from across the Diplomatic, Information, Military, Economic, Finance, Intelligence, and Legal (DIMEFIL) to better inform strategic and operational SOF strategy, doctrine, plans, and operations.
  • Prepare in-depth, analytical products and provides security policy-related information papers, talking points, and trip book materials for COMSOCPAC use during KLE.
  • Respond to Requests for Information (RFI) in a timely manner, utilizing holistic and analytical approaches that identify gaps in SOCPAC understanding of partner nation policy drivers and highlight opportunities where U.S. foreign policy goals align with partner nation interests.
  • Provide SME inputs to SOCPAC Operational Designs for each country and sub-region in the USINDOPACOM AOR.
  • Assist in producing Security Policy papers for SOCPAC.
  • Provide all-source research and policy analysis to COMSOCPAC and senior staff regarding USG and partner nation policy inputs to strategic and operational planning for current and future OAIs.
  • Provide input to the SOCPAC Strategic documents and as required USINDOPACOM and USSOCOM.
  • Participate in USINDOPACOM / SOCPAC working groups and provide policy SME input as required.
  • Assist Commander’s Action Group (CAG), if required, in preparing trip books for COMSOCPAC travel with allies and partner nations.
  • Develop talking points and information papers to support COMSOCPAC KLEs with senior U.S. / foreign military / civilian leaders.
  • CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required. 

Required Skills & Experience 

  • Must have a DoD Top Secret clearance and eligible for SCI access.
  • Two (2) years of experience, within the last ten (10) years of managing and leading U.S. foreign policy.
  • Two (2) years of experience managing U.S. foreign policy for Joint Operations and Activities (OAI) and JCS Training Events; preferred including SOF TTPs.

Desired Skills & Experience 

  • Bachelor’s degree in combination with three (3) years of experience in Foreign Policy Analysis or Planning and implementation or ten (10) years of combined Joint, SOF, Interagency, or regional experience in planning and execution of military operations.
  • Experience working at a multi-star headquarters and briefing GOs/Fos/SES.
  • Experience with and ability to provide inputs into internal and external command working groups, JPGs, and exercises.
  • 10 or more years INDOPACOM Theater experience.
  • High degree of effective communications (oral and written)
  • High degree of interpersonal skills to work well with multiple stakeholders

Application Deadline: September 22, 2025

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:
$96,500—$160,800 USD

 

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

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