DoD PPBE/Budget Analyst

ACES Group; Arlington, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ACES Group seeks a Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution (PPBE) Analyst to support the DoD CIO. This onsite role requires ACTIVE TS/SCI clearance and a 5-year contract at the Pentagon, Arlington, VA.

You will translate complex budget data into clear guidance for senior leaders across the DoD CIO portfolio. The ideal candidate has deep PPBE knowledge and exceptional writing skills, with experience in DoD budgeting and POM/BES processes.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required with ability to sustain access.
• Advanced degree or extensive senior-level experience in related field.
• Deep understanding of DoD budget processes and policy language.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data related to operations, performance, opportunities, and investments.
• Review and assess POM and BES submissions for alignment with DoD CIO strategies.
• Translate complex program data into plain language for senior leadership.
• Draft and coordinate programming guidance, policy language, and budget documentation.
• Prepare materials for governance forums and meetings, including Read-Ahead content.
• Collaborate with Service and Agency officials to validate budget data.
• Support DoD communications and IT policy initiatives using PPBE knowledge.
• Provide meeting support and rewrite technical inputs into concise policy language.

Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance

Budget planning

Strong writing skills

PPBE knowledge

Policy briefing

Education

Master's degree in related field

Bachelor's degree + 14+ years experience

Tools

DoD budget databases (DRDW, SNAP-IT, DITIP, PRCP)

POM/BES processes

JCIDS, DAS, PPBE knowledge

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Top Secret/SCI Clearance Required

ACES is seeking a Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution (PPBE) Analyst to assist the DoD CIO. Onsite Work requires ACTIVE TS/SCI CLEARANCE on 5 Year Contract in the Pentagon, Arlington, VA. This position requires deep understanding of the PPBE process, exceptional communication and writing skills, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will be able to translate complex technical and budgetary data into clear, actionable language for senior leaders, while supporting multiple lines of effort across the DoD CIOs portfolio.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Clearance: Active TS/SCI
• Education/Experience: Masters degree in field related to tasking and 12 years of relevant experience or bachelors degree in field related to tasking with 14 Years of Relevant experience
• Technical: Strong knowledge of DoD budgetary principles and their operational impacts. Familiarity with DoD and MILDEP Program Objective Memorandum (POM) and Budget Estimate Submission (BES) processes. Experience with budget databases such as DoD Resources, DoD Resource Data Warehouse (DRDW), SNAP-IT, DITIP, and PRCP. Demonstrated ability to research, draft, and edit DoD appropriations and budget documents. Experience planning and programming RDT&E, Procurement, and O&M funding at the OSD level.
• Soft Skills: Self-starter who proactively identifies needs and adds value without being prompted. Exceptional attention to detail and follow-up skills. Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and emerging requirements.

STRUCTURE

• Contract Length: 5 years
• Work Location: Onsite at Pentagon, Arlington, VA
• Start Date: Immediately

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze financial data related to operations, performance, opportunities, and investments.
• Review and assess Service and Agency POM and BES submissions for alignment with DoD CIO strategies.
• Consolidate complex program descriptions, technical data, and strategies into plain, accessible language suitable for senior (including 3-star) leadership.
• Draft, edit, and coordinate programming guidance, policy language, and budget certification documentation.
• Prepare materials for and support governance forums and Action Officer (AO) meetings, including scheduling invites, managing Read-Ahead (RAH) content, and producing high-quality printed materials.
• Collaborate with Service and Agency officials to collect and validate budget data on specific program elements.
• Support DoD communications and IT policy initiatives using knowledge of JCIDS, the Defense Acquisition System (DAS), PPBE, and other formal decision processes.
• Provide meeting, writing, and briefing support, including rewriting technical input from subject matter experts into concise, policy-level language.

CORE LINES OF EFFORT (LOEs)

• Draft / Coordinate / Publish Annual Programming Guidance Translate strategic priorities into clear, actionable guidance for Service and Agency budget planning.
• Certify the Budget Support review, validation, and certification of IT budgets to ensure compliance with statutory and policy requirements.
• Issue Papers and Program Budget Reviews (PBRs) Support the development and coordination of Issue Nominations, Issue Papers, and PBR materials for senior decision forums.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• Consistently delivers accurate, well-structured budget and programming products on time.
• Demonstrates initiative by identifying and addressing implicit tasks without being prompted.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Adjusts quickly to shifting priorities, ensuring continued support to the DoD CIO mission.