Last updated 2026-07-05
304 Defense Analyst Jobs in Washington, DC, United States
Browse 304 Defense Analyst jobs across Washington, DC, United States. Listings are updated hourly and include salary data where available.
Market data for Defense Analyst jobs in Washington, DC, United States
Washington, DC, United States Defense Analyst salary data
Salary figures are based on postings with disclosed compensation and are shown as annualized ranges when available.
Hourly Defense Analyst roles near Washington, DC, United States pay a median rate of $30/hr based on 10 postings.
| Pay type | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $87K | $112K–$165K | $198K |
| Hourly | $25/hr | $30/hr | $35/hr |
| Scope | P50 salary | P25-P75 range | Samples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington metro | $135K | $104K-$173K | 807 postings |
| District of Columbia | $146K | $113K-$176K | 206 postings |
| U.S. | $127K | $97K-$163K | 4,147 postings |
Pay visibility: 147 of 304 visible postings include structured pay data (48%).
Explore Washington, DC, United States Defense Analyst salary data.
Companies with current Defense Analyst listings
| Company | Active jobs |
|---|---|
| Boozallen | 135 |
| Pae | 46 |
| Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory | 41 |
| The MITRE Corporation | 36 |
| Peraton | 34 |
| KBR | 31 |
| BAE Systems | 27 |
Defense Analyst jobs by schedule
Defense Analyst jobs by seniority
Common Defense Analyst job titles
| Title | Active jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| All-Source Intelligence Analyst | 4 | 1% |
| Imagery Analyst | 3 | 1% |
| Cyber Auditor | 2 | 1% |
| Endpoint Policy Analyst | 2 | 1% |
| Facility Security Officer | 2 | 1% |
Defense Analyst jobs by listed location
| Location | Active jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC, United States | 107 | 41% |
| Arlington, VA, United States | 71 | 27% |
| McLean, VA, United States | 36 | 14% |
| Springfield, VA, United States | 32 | 12% |
| Reston, VA, United States | 15 | 6% |
FAQ
- How many Defense Analyst jobs are listed in Washington, DC, United States?
- This page currently shows 304 Defense Analyst jobs in Washington, DC, United States.
- What salary data is available for Defense Analyst jobs in Washington, DC, United States?
- Salary comparison includes Washington metro ($135K P50, $104K-$173K P25-P75, 807 postings) and District of Columbia ($146K P50, $113K-$176K P25-P75, 206 postings).
- Which companies are hiring for Defense Analyst roles in Washington, DC, United States?
- Current listings include roles from Boozallen (135 jobs, 18%), Pae (46 jobs, 6%), Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (41 jobs, 6%), The MITRE Corporation (36 jobs, 5%), and Peraton (34 jobs, 5%).
- What seniority levels are common for Defense Analyst jobs in Washington, DC, United States?
- The visible seniority mix includes Senior (138 jobs, 45%), Mid (134 jobs, 44%), Entry (29 jobs, 10%), and Intern (3 jobs, 1%).
- What work schedules are common for Defense Analyst jobs in Washington, DC, United States?
- The visible schedule mix includes Full time (300 jobs, 99%), Part time (3 jobs, 1%), and Contract (1 job, 1%).
- What Defense Analyst job titles are common in Washington, DC, United States?
- Common titles include All-Source Intelligence Analyst (4 jobs, 1%), Imagery Analyst (3 jobs, 1%), Cyber Auditor (2 jobs, 1%), Endpoint Policy Analyst (2 jobs, 1%), and Facility Security Officer (2 jobs, 1%).
- What does this market snapshot include?
- Most visible listings are full-time (300 of 304). Senior-level roles account for 138 of 304 listings. 147 of 304 visible postings include structured pay data.
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North Point Technology
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ENS Solutions, LLC
Jul 2- Requirements Basic Qualifications: TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a counter-intelligence polygraph.
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Anduril Industries
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SixGen, Inc.
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- Experience conducting imagery exploitation using standard analytic tools and systems.
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NC3 Systems Engineer & Analyst
- As an NC3 Systems Engineer and Analyst, your responsibilities will be to: Work directly with the Office of the Under…
- Provide broad technical expertise across multiple NC3 systems and conduct assessments and analysis on existing and new data sets from…
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Office Manager/Staff Officer - TS/SCI
- Security Clearance Requirement: An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.
- Required Clearance: Must be a U.S Citizen Must have an active TS/SCI clearance What Required Skills You'll Bring: Bachelor’s degree…
Pae
Jul 2- Special Operations experience.
- Prepare routine correspondence, operator support plans, training guides, exercise plans, security plans, and participate in drafting capabi…
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MetaPhase Consulting
Jul 2- Active Facility Security Officer certification or training (e.g., CDSE FSO curriculum).
- Serve as the internal expert and advisor on insider threat, secure storage requirements, SCIF coordination, and self-inspections.
KBR
Jul 2- Key Responsibilities: KBR is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) Operations Subject Matte…
- The ideal candidate shall: Apply your expert knowledge of current and emerging battle management command and control (BMC2) concepts, Air…
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Cherokee Federal
Jul 1- Intelligence Management Specialist – Senior Responsibilities Include: Provides a full range of intelligence and administrative support to a…
- Activities include, but are not limited to: Reviewing documents for accuracy and responding to staff requests on accessing, coordinating, c…
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Senior Defense Technologist – Space
- Qualifications Required: 15 years of experience in roles involving: Development, assessment, or integration of advanced space systems, arch…
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Chenega Corporation
Jul 1- The Junior PSOC Administrator (overnight) provide 24x7x365 monitoring services of the customer IT enabled Mission Services and operational…
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Peraton
Jul 1- Peraton is currently seeking a Senior Cyber Intel Analyst and CIRT Liaison / TIC for its' Federal Strategic Cyber programs.
- Basic understanding of security operation center (SOC) processes.
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Bigbear.ai
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Culmen International LLC
Jul 1- Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility Willingness to sit for a CI Poly Desired Qualifications MBA with concentration in Technology…
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Shift5
Jul 1- Experience with classified facility operations and DCSA assessments.
- Assist with badge access management, secure areas, alarm procedures, and physical security controls.
Aretum
Jul 1- Responsibilities Lead the identification, qualification, pursuit, and capture of strategic DoD opportunities from early market awareness th…
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US101 Guidehouse Inc.
Jul 1- Job Family: Program Analysis (PAN) Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Active Secret What You Will Do: An Acquisition…
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Jul 1- The analyst will support the program efforts including the deconfliction of databases, processing of equipment requests, distribution of to…
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