Defense Program Lead: Strategic Delivery & Analysis

Dcode; Washington; On-site; USD 79,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Dcode is seeking a mission-driven Senior Program Associate to support high-priority initiatives for a defense sector client. You will independently execute defined workstreams, deliver briefing packets, analyses, and governance artifacts using our RAIC methodology.

With 2-3 years of relevant experience, you will help stand up structured processes, support client engagements, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced, security-cleared environment. TS-SCI preferred.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of relevant professional experience (consulting, government, defense, or related fields).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for ambiguous problems.
• Experience producing high-quality, client-ready deliverables (PowerPoint, Excel, written reports).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute defined workstreams with guidance, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of outputs.
• Develop clear, structured deliverables (briefings, analyses, frameworks, and reports) that support client decision-making and program progress.
• Support the design, documentation, and validation of operating models, workflows, and governance structures.
• Assist in building and refining repeatable playbooks, decision frameworks, and program artifacts.
• Contribute to agile, sprint-based execution cycles, ensuring consistent progress and visibility.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Client-ready deliverables

Communication skills

Multitasking

Agile delivery

Govt acquisition knowledge

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Dcode is seeking a mission-driven Senior Program Associate to support high-priority initiatives for a defense sector client. You will independently execute defined workstreams, deliver briefing packets, analyses, and governance artifacts using our RAIC methodology.

With 2-3 years of relevant experience, you will help stand up structured processes, support client engagements, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced, security-cleared environment. TS-SCI preferred.