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About Office of the Secretary of Defense
The Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) is a headquarters-level staff of the United States Department of Defense. It is the principal civilian staff element of the U.S. secretary of defense, and it assists the secretary in carrying out authority, direction and control of the Department of Defense in the exercise of policy development, planning, resource management, fiscal, and program evaluation responsibilities. OSD is the secretary of defense's support staff for managing the Department of Defense, and it corresponds to what the Executive Office of the President of the U.S. is to the U.S. president for managing the whole of the Executive branch of the federal government.
Open Positions (14)
View All Jobs →Foreign Relations and Defense Policy Manager
Seeking a senior leader to enhance government efficiency, lead policy teams, and represent the U.S. in national security and foreign affairs.
Public Affairs Specialist
Seeking an experienced Public Affairs professional adept at strategic communication, program leadership, and complex problem-solving.
Deputy Director, Program and Financial Control
Senior financial expert needed to manage federal budget policy, analyze DoD finances, and drive efficiency for national security.
Director, Space and Strategic Systems Cost Analysis Division
Senior Executive role for a leader with weapon system cost analysis and acquisition expertise to drive federal government efficiency.
Program Analyst
Lead interdisciplinary teams applying expert scientific, engineering, and business knowledge to solve complex technical problems.
Interdisciplinary
Lead AI/ML infrastructure and data solutions, applying DevSecOps principles with strong CS or Engineering expertise.
Procurement Analyst
Manage complex procurement processes, administer contracts, develop acquisition strategies, and ensure regulatory compliance.
Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (Strategic Space and Intelligence Portfolio Management)
Lead strategic defense acquisition programs, drive government efficiency, and uphold American foundational principles in a senior executive role.
Director, Resource Planning and Management
Lead strategic initiatives and resource management for the federal government, requiring executive acumen and specialized technical qualifications.
Loan Specialist
Join our team as a Financial Risk Analyst, supporting loan negotiations and developing financial risk management strategies.
Attorney-Adviser
Seeking a legal professional (GS-15) to advise leaders, manage strategies, and oversee investment legal aspects.
Senior Financial Analyst
Seeking a financial management professional to support budget operations, funding requests, and strategic financial initiatives.
ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST (DEPUTY, EXECUTIVE SECRETARIAT)
Seeking a highly organized professional to provide executive-level support, manage correspondence, and ensure document quality within a federal environment.
CHIEF OF STAFF
Experienced professional to advise leadership on policy, develop papers, and align operations with Intelligence Community goals.