Junior Government Data & Cost Analyst

Tecolote; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Tecolote in Washington, DC is seeking entry-level data analytics and financial support for US Government acquisition programs. No experience required, but interest in data analytics, cost analysis, and budget formulation is essential.

Strong communication, quantitative, research, and analytical skills are expected. Responsibilities include analyzing IPMR/IPMDAR submissions, forecasting program performance, and integrating data from multiple sources to support decision-making.

Qualifications

• 24 semester hours of quantitative coursework (math, stats, engineering, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint).
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance.
• Salary Range is provided within the posting.

Responsibilities

• Analyze monthly IPMR/IPMDAR submissions and supporting cost data.
• Identify unfavorable trends and areas needing management attention.
• Apply forecasting to estimate future program performance.
• Integrate information from scheduling, finance, engineering, and risk management.
• Validate data for completeness, accuracy, and reporting compliance.
• Translate data into structured analyses and actionable recommendations.
• Support program reviews by explaining performance trends and impacts.
• Utilize ACEIT, Excel and other Microsoft Office tools.

Skills

Quantitative coursework

Microsoft Office

DoD Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ACEIT

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tecolote in Washington, DC is seeking entry-level data analytics and financial support for US Government acquisition programs. No experience required, but interest in data analytics, cost analysis, and budget formulation is essential.

Strong communication, quantitative, research, and analytical skills are expected. Responsibilities include analyzing IPMR/IPMDAR submissions, forecasting program performance, and integrating data from multiple sources to support decision-making.