Financial Services Budget Formulation Analyst

Leidos; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 116,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

11 paid holidays

401K with 6% company match

Flexible schedules

Discounted stock purchase plans

Education and training support

Parental paid leave

Job summary

Leidos seeks a seasoned Budget Formulation Analyst to lead budgets within the National Intelligence Program, aligning resources with IC strategic goals. You will coordinate across government stakeholders, craft CBJB inputs, and deliver analyses for Congress, with a focus on IPPBE processes and resource forecasting.

Key duties include developing budgets, monitoring expenditures, producing narratives, and supporting budget exercises for internal components and NIP programs.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• BA degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics with substantial relevant experience (or a Master's with substantial experience).
• Minimum 7–10 years working in government budgeting, with 3–5 years in the Intelligence Community.
• Proven expertise in government budget formulation and IPPBE processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide reports and guidance on budget and financial activities for the component.
• Support budget program execution aligning with resources and goals.
• Generate budget reports for offices, components, and NIP programs.
• Assist in developing and responding to budget exercise submissions.
• Develop fiscal guidance and schedules for budget phases.
• Contribute to SOPs and process improvements.
• Contribute to budget analysis, data calls, and portfolio reviews.
• Draft CBJB narratives and inputs for Congress.
• Support CBJB National Intelligence Program missions and topics.
• Produce talking points, briefings, and congressional responses for the NIP.
• Assess IC budget across cross-functional areas.
• Participate in the full cycle of IP planning, programming, budgeting, and evaluation.
• Collaborate with USG and IC partners in interagency forums.
• Collect and analyze financial reports and data calls.
• Track congressional legislation impacting the NIP budget.
• Develop SOPs and deliver customer training.
• Develop cost-benefit trade-offs and investment strategies for the NIP.

Skills

TS/SCI Clearance

Budgeting experience

IPPBE familiarity

US government budgeting

Communication skills

Education

BA in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Masters with 10–13 years of experience

12–15 years overall experience

Job description

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Budget Formulation Analyst. Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos , we offer competitive benefits , including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!

The Financial Services Budget Formulation Analyst assumes a pivotal role within the customer’s organization, playing a critical and multifaceted part in bolstering the Intelligence Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution Process (IPPBE). In this dynamic position, the candidate will be responsible for an array of essential tasks aimed at ensuring the financial health and strategic alignment of a directorate/component/office financial resource.

A key aspect of the role involves spearheading the development, execution, and meticulous monitoring of budgets tailored to meet both internal and external requirements. This entails a comprehensive understanding of the Intelligence Community’s financial landscape, including intricate details related to resource allocation, budget forecasting, and Congressional appropriations and allocations.

The Financial Services Budget Formulation Analyst will actively contribute to the formulation, support, and execution of the National Intelligence Program (NIP) Budget. This responsibility extends beyond traditional budgetary tasks, encompassing a strategic mindset to align financial resources with the overarching goals and objectives of the NIP. The role demands a keen ability to analyze and synthesize complex financial data, enabling informed decision-making and resource allocation in alignment with IC and organizational priorities.

In addition to direct budgetary responsibilities, the candidate will engage in collaborative efforts with cross-functional teams, fostering effective communication and coordination. This involves working closely with government stakeholders to understand their financial needs, providing insights, and ensuring alignment with broader organizational strategies. The Financial Services Budget Formulation Analyst will serve as a subject matter expert, staying up-to-date relevant legislative and financial appropriation and authorization changes that may impact budgetary considerations for the IC.

Ultimately, this role requires a dynamic individual who can navigate the financial intricacies of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and the IC; contribute strategically to budget formulation objectives and goals of the organization; and collaborate effectively to ensure the financial resilience and success of the Intelligence Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution Process.

If you are a seasoned IC financial professional with a passion for contributing to the strategic financial health of an organization and are adept at navigating the complexities of IC budget formulation, we invite you to bring your expertise to our team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert guidance and produce reports related to budget and financial activities for the component.

• Support budget program execution, ensuring alignment with available resources and programmatic goals.

• Generate budget reports for customer offices, components, and NIP programs, including funding and activity summary profiles.

• Assist in developing, reviewing, and responding to budget exercise submissions to align with organizational strategic goals.

• Aid in developing fiscal guidance and implementation schedules for each budget phase, subject to customer review and acceptance.

• Contribute to the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and recommend process enhancements.

• Contribute to the development of budget analysis, financial data calls, and portfolio reviews.

• Aid the customer in developing and evaluating fiscal program builds for both internal components and IC-wide Programs.

• Draft narratives, vignettes, and input for the Congressional Budget Justification Book (CBJB) to Congress.

• Support the development and production of the CBJB National Intelligence Program missions of interest, special topics, and related sections.

• Generate talking points, briefings, products, reports, and congressional directed action responses pertaining to the NIP, delivering these to large interagency forums and working groups.

• Assess the IC budget across cross-functional areas and disciplines.

• Participate in the full cycle of intelligence planning, programming, budgeting, and evaluation.

• Collaborate with USG and IC partners through large interagency forums and working groups.

• Collect and analyze various financial reports and data calls through strategic portfolio reviews.

• Track congressional legislation and its impact on the NIP budget.

• Develop standard operating procedures and deliver training to customers.

• Develop and produce cost-benefit trade-offs and investment strategies for the NIP budget.

Required Qualifications:

• Current and active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph.

• BA degree in a pertinent field, such as Finance, Accounting, or Economics; demonstrating a strong academic foundation relevant to the position, and 12 – 15 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 10 – 13 years of prior relevant experience.

• A minimum of 7-10 years working in government budgeting of which 3-5 years must be within the Intelligence Community.

• Proven expertise of government budget formulation activities and adept familiarity with the intricacies of the Intelligence Planning, Programming, Budget, and Execution Process (IPPBE).

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $116,350.00 - $210,325.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.