Date Posted:
May 18, 2026
Position Title:
Policy/Legislative Specialist
Office/Company:
Ripple Effect
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-06911
Reports To:
Location:
Arlington, VA
Contact:
Salary:
$92,565.62 – $106,450.00
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
Support CISA’s mission by analyzing and tracking legislation, supporting congressional reporting and correspondence, and executing strategic communications and media coordination related to cybersecurity and infrastructure security initiatives.Legislative Affairs Support, Strategic Communications Execution, Issue Analysis & Policy Support, Data Analysis & Measurement, Documentation & Reporting, Regulatory & Contractual ComplianceBachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Communications, International Relations, Homeland Security, or a related field; Master’s (MA or MBA) preferred
Responsibilities:
• Support CISA’s Legislative Affairs efforts by tracking, monitoring, and analyzing legislation related to cybersecurity and infrastructure security.
• Independently execute advanced strategic communications projects with minimal supervision.
• Lead complex issue analysis related to cybersecurity, infrastructure protection, and DHS operational priorities.
• Lead analytical efforts by collecting, interpreting, and synthesizing relevant data—such as engagement metrics, legislative trends, stakeholder activity, and external indicators—to forecast interest, measure effectiveness, and refine strategic approaches.
• Prepare clear, comprehensive documentation and reports summarizing analyses, findings, and outcomes.
• Ensure all activities and materials comply with applicable laws, regulations, contractual requirements, and DHS policies, including privacy, ethics, and communication standards.
Qualifications:
• Minimum 6 Years Experience supporting legislative analysis, strategic communications, policy analysis, or government affairs
• Experience Reviewing Legislation, regulations, or policy proposals and assessing potential organizational or operational impacts
• Ability to Obtain DHS Fitness Determination
• Legislative Summarization Skills
• Written Response & Briefing Support
• Analytical Skills
Instructions:
Email to apply
Other:
Ripple Effect is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.
