JIATF 401 Technology Data Analyst

CACI International Inc; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 86,600 - 181,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement plan

Education support

Time off

Job summary

CACI International Inc. is seeking a Technology Data Analyst to support JIATF 401. The role focuses on data‑driven analysis of C-UAS technologies, evaluating performance, and guiding acquisition decisions.

You will develop dashboards, executive briefings, and technical reports for senior leadership. The position requires TS/SCI clearance and experience with MSS, Palantir, Power BI, Python, and AI‑enabled tools, with up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• BA/BS with 4+ years; AA/AS with 8+ years; or HS/GED with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience conducting technical research, technology assessments, capability evaluations, or systems analysis.
• Proficiency with MSS, Palantir, or similar analytics platforms.
• Experience developing dashboards/reports using Power BI or similar BI platforms.
• Working knowledge of Python for data analysis and automation.
• Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools or LLMs for assessments and decision-making.
• Knowledge of systems engineering, TRLs, and capability development processes.
• Experience analyzing technical documentation, specifications, and performance data.
• Strong MS Office skills for technical documentation and briefings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical research and analysis of C-UAS technologies and related mission capabilities.
• Use MSS, Palantir, Power BI, Python, and AI tools to evaluate performance and relevance.
• Monitor industry and government developments to identify emerging capabilities for C-UAS operations.
• Assess system interoperability, integration risks, and operational impacts of proposed technologies.
• Develop dashboards, technical reports, and executive briefings for senior leadership.
• Support acquisition planning, RFIs/RFPs, and technology transition activities.
• Collaborate with engineers, acquisition professionals, and mission stakeholders.

Skills

Technical research

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Education

BA/BS with 4+ years

AA/AS with 8+ years

HS/GED with 10+ years

Tools

MSS (Maven Smart System)

Palantir

Power BI

Python

AI-enabled tools

Job description

Job Title

JIATF 401 Technology Data Analyst

About the Position

Information Technology; Full-Time; Regular Employee Minimum Clearance Required: TS/SCI Travel: Up to 25% continental U.S.

The Opportunity

CACI is seeking a Technology Data Analyst to support Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF 401). The role involves technical research, evaluation of emerging technologies, and providing analytical support to enhance Counter‑Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C‑UAS) operations. Responsibilities include assessing commercial and government technologies, evaluating operational effectiveness, and supporting acquisition decisions through data‑driven analysis and technical recommendations. The analyst will use tools such as Maven Smart System (MSS), Palantir, Power BI, AI‑enabled analytical tools, and open‑source research.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical research and analysis of emerging C‑UAS technologies, sensors, effectors, command and control systems, artificial intelligence, autonomy, and related mission capabilities.
• Utilize MSS, Palantir, Power BI, Python, and AI‑enabled analytical tools to evaluate technology performance, operational effectiveness, and mission relevance.
• Monitor commercial industry, government research, academia, and defense technology developments to identify emerging capabilities applicable to C‑UAS operations.
• Analyze technical specifications, system architectures, engineering documentation, and operational performance data to assess technology maturity and mission suitability.
• Support operational assessments, experimentation events, technology demonstrations, and capability evaluations through technical analysis and reporting.
• Develop comparative assessments, technology roadmaps, capability gap analyses, and recommendations supporting acquisition strategies and capability development.
• Evaluate system interoperability, integration risks, technical limitations, and operational impacts of proposed technologies across the C‑UAS enterprise.
• Collaborate with engineers, operators, acquisition professionals, scientists, intelligence analysts, and mission stakeholders to identify technology requirements and recommend innovative solutions.
• Develop dashboards, technical reports, executive briefings, white papers, and analytical products that communicate complex technical information to senior military and civilian leadership.
• Leverage artificial intelligence tools, machine learning applications, and automated research capabilities to accelerate technical analysis and technology assessments.
• Support requirements development, market research, Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Proposal (RFPs), acquisition planning, and technology transition activities.
• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies, industry trends, operational requirements, and evolving UAS threats to inform future capability development.
• Ensure technical assessments comply with applicable security, data governance, and information assurance requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve technology evaluation methodologies, analytical workflows, and innovation processes supporting organizational objectives.

Qualifications – Required

• Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance.
• BA/BS with 4+ years; AA/AS with 8+ years; or HS/GED with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience conducting technical research, technology assessments, capability evaluations, or systems analysis.
• Proficiency with Maven Smart System (MSS), Palantir, or similar enterprise data integration and analytics platforms.
• Experience developing dashboards, technical reports, and analytical visualizations using Power BI or similar business intelligence platforms.
• Working knowledge of Python for data analysis, automation, scripting, or technical research activities.
• Experience leveraging AI‑enabled tools, large language models (LLMs), or advanced analytics platforms to support technology assessments and decision‑making.
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles, technology readiness levels (TRLs), systems integration, and capability development processes.
• Experience analyzing technical documentation, engineering specifications, operational test data, and performance metrics.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including the ability to produce technical documentation, executive briefings, white papers, and analytical reports.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts and analytical findings to senior military and civilian leadership.
• Proven collaboration skills with multidisciplinary engineering, acquisition, operational, and analytical teams in dynamic mission environments.

Qualifications – Desired

• Experience supporting Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, Homeland Security, or Counter‑Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C‑UAS) organizations.
• Familiarity with C‑UAS technologies, UAS platforms, sensors, radars, RF systems, electro‑optical/infrared systems, command and control architectures, and defeat mechanisms.
• Experience supporting operational experimentation, technology demonstrations, test and evaluation, or capability development initiatives.
• Knowledge of the DoD acquisition lifecycle, JCIDS, DOTMLPF‑P, Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs), and systems engineering processes.
• Experience supporting CJADC2, data fusion, common operating picture development, or operational decision‑support systems.
• Familiarity with cloud computing environments, AI‑enabled technologies, digital engineering, Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), or autonomous systems.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits including healthcare, wellness programs, financial and retirement plans, family support, continuing education, and time‑off benefits.

Compensation

Proposed Salary Range: $86,600 – $181,800

Equal Opportunity Statement

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.