Emerging Operations Research Analyst — Impactful Analytics

Arenatechnologies; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 67,500 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Jr. Operations Research Analyst to support SE and T&E programs for DHS capability development. The position is primarily based at SPA Headquarters in Alexandria, VA, with regular visits to customer sites in VA and DC.

The ideal candidate will perform expert analysis, modeling, and evaluation across complex problems, communicating findings to diverse stakeholders. A Secret clearance is required with ability to obtain DHS suitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both in written and verbal formats, with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain DHS Suitability.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert analysis and solution development for DHS capability programs.
• Evaluate and analyze complex problems, then recommend and implement solutions using data analytics and modeling.
• Support decision‑making and ensure quality and effectiveness across DHS initiatives.

Skills

Effective communication

MS Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Jr. Operations Research Analyst to support SE and T&E programs for DHS capability development. The position is primarily based at SPA Headquarters in Alexandria, VA, with regular visits to customer sites in VA and DC.

The ideal candidate will perform expert analysis, modeling, and evaluation across complex problems, communicating findings to diverse stakeholders. A Secret clearance is required with ability to obtain DHS suitability.