Policy Analyst - Privacy Resource Center Support

(ID: 2026-3971)

Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Benefits We Offer:

• 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K match up to 5%
• Educational Benefits for Career Growth
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Flexible Spending Accounts:
  • Healthcare (FSA)
  • Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
  • Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
  • Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

Axle is seeking a Policy Analyst - Privacy Resource Center Support  to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, MD. The purpose is to provide centralized privacy support services across the National Institutes of Health. Full-time contractors are required to implement and sustain a comprehensive privacy compliance program. Contractor support includes integration of privacy into system lifecycles, review and approval of privacy documentation, support for authorization activities, privacy risk assessments, breach response coordination, and development and implementation of privacy policies, training, and guidance. 

Responsibilities include 

- Research, analyze and evaluate data for policy information. 1 

- Prepare a variety of status reports, management summaries and briefing papers which identify problems, assess the overall condition of work completed or in progress, and outline issues, solutions and recommendations. 2

- Analyze and evaluate findings and recommend more efficient, effective and economical ways to accomplish policy objectives. 3 

- Privacy Impact Assessments, supporting System of Records Notices, compliance with federal privacy laws and policies, and assisting with privacy requirements throughout the information technology procurement lifecycle. 

- Provides technical experience needed to analyze, develop and implement organizational policies and practices. 

- Provides technical advice to program staff regarding new policies and procedures. 

- Interpret requirements, analyze gathered information, verify facts, draw conclusions and prepare work products. 

- Performs research of issues pertaining to current policies, regulations and procedures, and prepares issuance to program staff on changes. 

- Work with staff on reporting requirements, including collecting information, collaborating with other offices and preparing written reports. 

- Assists with data collection. 

- Analyze and evaluate data for policy information. 

- Collects and analyzes data. 

- Analyzes and provides information on current policy issues. 

- Prepare background information, options and recommendations that are used to brief upper management. 

- Attends meetings to review and implement discussion items. 

- Attend meetings, workshops, and seminars on relevant topics; provide a summary of relevant proceedings. 

- Prepares reports, graphs, etc., for use by upper management. 

- Compile data and prepare graphs, slides and presentations. 

- Provides technical expertise needed to independently analyze, develop and implement organizational policies and practices. 

- Perform fact finding and review to assist in developing and implementing organizational policies and practices. 

- Analyzes and consults with upper management regarding current policy issues. 

- Prepare background information, options and recommendations that are used to brief upper management.

- Summarizes data and prepares and reviews reports, graphs, etc., for use by upper management. 

- Interpret, analyze and condense material from a variety of sources for presentation.

- Develops new policies that support organizational goals. 

- Prepare recommendations and alternative options based on knowledge and analysis of policy practices and procedures.

- Plan, lead, and attends meetings to review and implement discussion items. 

- Attend meetings, workshops, and seminars on relevant topics; provide a summary of relevant proceedings. 

- Prepares briefing materials and professional packages for upper management and provides recommendations for improvement.

- Provide privacy compliance support services, privacy risk assessments, Privacy Impact Assessments, System of Records Notices, breach 

 Certifications & Licenses 

- Preferred: Certification or other Privacy Program Certifications. 

- Bachelor's Degree 

Software 

- MS Office Suite experience. 

- PowerPoint 

- SharePoint 

- Excel 

- Word  

Skills 

- Able to work in teams, Communications, Strong work ethic, Computer Skills, Detail Oriented, Interpersonal 

- Research conduct and compliance 

- Data collection 

- Policy briefs 

- Writing

Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed.

The diversity of Axle’s employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, and other characteristics protected under state, federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: [email protected]

This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location.

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Salary Range

$155,000—$165,000 USD