Cost Estimator

N2IA Technologies; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting company is seeking a Cost Estimator to support the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency in financial management efforts focusing on Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution. The ideal candidate will develop cost models, track funding execution, and create presentations for decision-making. A minimum of 7 years of experience in financial management, cost analysis, and DoD processes is preferred, along with a DOW Clearance: SECRET. This position offers a remote work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Department of Defense Financial Management, cost analysis, cost estimating.
• Experience building cost models to capture all relevant costs.
• Knowledge of the POM process and PPBE.
• Familiarity with DoD systems and financial processes.
• DOW Clearance: SECRET required.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost models for projected expenditures on various activities.
• Coordinate with the financial operations team for dynamic information displays.
• Facilitate stakeholder integration during the POM cycle.
• Track funding and execution through developed mechanisms.
• Prepare briefings and presentations for decision-making.
• Conduct financial assessments for effective program planning.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on financial planning and execution.

Skills

Cost analysis

Cost estimating

Financial Management

Collaboration

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

PowerBI

Job description

Cost Estimator

N2IA Technologies is a consulting company specializing in acquisition/contracting support, cost/FinOps, and technology optimization for federal clients. We deliver tailored strategies, robust software solutions, and streamlined operations to help organizations achieve their goals.

As a growing, remote-first organization, N2IA relies on secure, reliable, and scalable IT operations to support both internal teams and federal mission delivery.

Overview

N2IA is seeking a Financial Analyst/Cost Estimator that will support the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) in its financial management efforts, focusing on Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution (PPBE). This role involves coordination with key stakeholders and the preparation of materials for senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Work with program staff to develop cost models which will capture projected expenditures for different types of activities to include : IT systems deployment, Software Development, Program Execution Functions, etc.
• Coordinate with the financial operations team to develop dynamic displays and outputs in order to target relevant information outputs to different audiences
• Coordinate POM cycle efforts and facilitate stakeholder integration.
• Develop mechanisms and processes to track funding and execution.
• Develop briefings, information papers, and presentations for decision-making.
• Conduct financial assessments for program planning.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders on financial planning and execution.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience in Department of Defense Financial Management, cost analysis, cost estimating
• Experience building cost models to ensure all relevant costs are captured, and include program maturity over time
• Knowledge of the POM process and PPBE.
• Familiarity with DoD systems and financial processes.
• Required - DOW Clearance: SECRET

Experience

• 7+ years preferred in relevant fields.
• Experience with PowerBI preferred

Equal Employment Opportunity

N2IA is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.