CBO seeks an experienced defense analyst to serve as Deputy Assistant Director of its National Security Division. The Deputy’s primary responsibilities involve managing the division’s research and working closely with analysts to develop sound research designs, analytical approaches, and methods that result in clear, concise, well-structured reports. Candidates must have an advanced degree, preferably a doctorate, in economics, operations research, the physical sciences, or engineering. Those with advanced degrees in allied fields, such as statistics, applied mathematics, or policy analysis, also may be considered. Candidates must have at least 10 years of experience analyzing national security issues and must demonstrate skill as managers or research leaders. Please submit a cover letter, résumé, brief writing sample (preferably demonstrating an ability to communicate with nontechnical audiences), salary history, and contact information for three references at www.cbo.gov/careers by September 30, 2016, to ensure consideration.