Senior Legislative & Strategic Integration Advisor
About this role
Modern Technology Solutions Incorporated (MTSI), is seeking experienced Senior Legislative & Strategic Integration Advisor to support high‑visibility Department of War (DoW) stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings deep Congressional expertise, exceptional policy acumen, and a proven ability to manage complex tasking flows and classified communications at the enterprise level. This role is perfect for a seasoned professional who thrives in fast‑paced national security environments and wants to directly influence defense technology policy, legislative strategy, and senior‑leader decision‑making.
Work locations are in the Alexandria/DC metropolitan area.
Key responsibilities are to:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for Requests for Information (RFIs), taskers, and executive correspondence on behalf of senior Department of War (DoW) clients, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
- Prepare, coordinate, and deliver polished response packages for submission to senior leadership and stakeholders, ensuring strict compliance with classified handling requirements.
- Provide senior-level Congressional advisory support, including monitoring, analyzing, and interpreting legislation such as the National Defense Authorization Act and Defense Appropriations bills.
- Coordinate and execute Congressional engagements to advance high-priority technology, research, and policy initiatives.
- Collaborate with OSW Legislative Affairs, the Comptroller, and cross-functional leadership teams to address high-volume information requests and to prepare senior leaders for hearings, briefings, and engagements.
- Manage the development of Congressionally mandated reports and inquiries within OUSW(R&E), delivering clear, accurate, and timely analyses to senior leadership.
- Serve as an organizational liaison to Congressional offices, DoD components, think tanks, and interagency partners on issues encompassing defense research, health, foreign affairs, trade, and veterans’ policy.
Qualifications:
- 10 years of experience supporting senior DoD leadership and components in legislative, policy, or strategic advisory roles.
- Demonstrated expertise in managing high-volume, high-visibility Congressional taskings and engagements.
- Proven ability to interpret and analyze legislative language and effectively communicate its impacts to senior military and civilian officials.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven track record of producing executive-level correspondence.
- Strong organizational abilities and significant experience implementing enterprise-level process improvements.
- Demonstrated capability to operate with discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism in politically sensitive environments.
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required
- Master’s degree is strongly preferred.
Security Clearance Requirements:
- Active TS/SCI with SAP Eligibility
- U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
The pay range for this position is $130,000/year to $180,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled.
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Company at a glance
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and technology solutions company delivering first-choice capabilities to solve problems of global importance in the critical mission areas of missile defense, cyber security, intelligence, unmanned/autonomous systems, aviation, space, and homeland security.
The MTSI mission is to make important and lasting contributions to the nation's defense and security by providing leadership and best- value solutions to solve America's most technically challenging strategic problems. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.
For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com.
For current MTSI job openings, please visit www.mtsi-va.com/careers.
Founded1993
Team Size1,001-5,000 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustrySpace Research and Technology
Location
Alexandria, Virginia, United States
Websitemtsi-va.com
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Top Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Financial benefits
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