Junior Operations Research Analyst - National Security

Systems Planning & Analysis, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 67,500 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) in Alexandria, VA, seeks a Jr. Operations Research Analyst to support DHS capability development programs. The role focuses on applying quantitative methods and analytical thinking to complex problems in a government context.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, perform data analysis, modeling, and evaluation, and help improve decision support for DHS missions while maintaining security clearances.

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 in a specialized field for DHS capability programs.
• Evaluate and analyze complex problems, then recommend and implement solutions using advanced subject-matter knowledge.
• Apply data analytics, process modeling, and performance management to improve processes and decision-making.
• Collaborate with DHS stakeholders and SPA teams to ensure quality and effectiveness of initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Organization

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) in Alexandria, VA, seeks a Jr. Operations Research Analyst to support DHS capability development programs. The role focuses on applying quantitative methods and analytical thinking to complex problems in a government context.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, perform data analysis, modeling, and evaluation, and help improve decision support for DHS missions while maintaining security clearances.