Lead Program Analyst

AVER; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Retirement benefits

Career growth

Job summary

AVER is seeking an experienced Lead Program Analyst to oversee day-to-day program activities and provide operational, analytical, and stakeholder support across DHS division offices. You will coordinate between Government stakeholders, contractors, and leadership, managing multiple priorities and ensuring timely, high-quality program support.

The position requires strong project management, team leadership, and hands-on data analysis with Power BI, Excel, and Microsoft 365 tools, in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 7+ years of independent project management in a Federal environment.
• 2+ years leading projects or small teams with workload oversight.
• Strong knowledge of schedule management, risk, and deliverables.
• Hands-on Power BI experience for dashboards and metrics.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, Teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily activities of a small contractor team and manage workloads and deliverables.
• Serve as primary point of contact for contractor coordination and stakeholder communications.
• Support the Program Director in monitoring performance, staffing, risks, and requirements.
• Independently manage multiple projects and adjust priorities to meet deadlines.
• Develop and maintain executive dashboards and project trackers for leadership visibility.
• Analyze operational data, identify trends, and translate findings into actionable insights.
• Track milestones, actions, risks, and corrective actions to ensure accountability.
• Prepare monthly status reports, reviews, and leadership briefings; onboard new personnel.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Executive reporting

Process improvement

Strong organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Program Management, Finance, Information Systems, Public Administration, or related discipline

Tools

Power BI

Excel

SharePoint

Microsoft Lists

Power Platform

Microsoft 365

Job description

AVER is seeking an experienced Lead Program Analyst to overseeday-to-day program activities and provide hands on operational, analytical, and stakeholder support across division offices within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) This individual will serve as a primary coordination point between Government stakeholders, contractor personnel, and contract leadership, overseeing multiple priorities, managing deliverables, and ensuring timely, accurate, and high-quality program support The ideal candidate combines strong project management and team leadership skills with hands on experience in data analysis, executive reporting, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement Success in this role requires exceptional organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to independently manage complex assignments, shifting priorities, and overlapping deadlines in a fast-paced Federal environment Join AVER's collaborative team, where we value mission focus, accountability, and a culture of delivering exceptional client service through talented professionals and innovative solutions that advance Government mission success

Responsibilities Include:

• Lead and coordinate daily activities of a small contractor team, managing workloads, priorities, schedules, and deliverables across multiple Government stakeholders and division offices
• Serve as a primary point of contact for routine contractor coordination, operational requests, project status, and stakeholder communications
• Support the Program Director in monitoring contract performance, staffing, resource allocation, risks, and delivery requirements
• Independently manage concurrent projects and time-sensitive assignments, adjusting priorities to meet evolving Government requirements and critical deadlines
• Hands on expertise with Microsoft Excel, Power BI/ Power Platform, SharePoint, Microsoft Lists, and other Microsoft 365 tools to manage information, streamline workflows, and improve reporting efficiency
• Maintain and update executive dashboards, project trackers, schedules, and performance reports that provide leadership with clear visibility into program activities, workload, milestones, and risks
• Analyze operational data, identify trends, validate reporting accuracy, and translate complex information into concise, actionable recommendations
• Track project milestones, accomplishments, action items, risks, and corrective actions to ensure accountability and timely resolution
• Prepare monthly status reports, program reviews, leadership briefings, staffing updates, and other contract deliverables
• Maintain proactive communication with Government stakeholders and contract leadership, identifying emerging requirements, escalating concerns, and recommending solutions
• Support personnel onboarding, knowledge transfer, training, and continuity of operations

• Prepare executive-level presentations, decision briefs, and status updates tailored to senior Government leadership
• Monitor workload metrics, deliverable performance, stakeholder requests, and outstanding actions to support resource planning and operational decisions
• Identify opportunities to standardize reporting, automate repetitive processes, improve data quality, and strengthen operational efficiency
• Collaborate directly with stakeholders to identify requirements, resolve issues, and implement practical reporting and process improvements
• Maintain accurate and accessible program documentation, historical records, and action trackers to support accountability and continuity

Education Requrements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Program Management, Finance, Information Systems, Public Administration, or related discipline

Experience Requrements:

• 7+ years of demonstrated experience independently managing multiple concurrent projects, competing priorities, shifting requirements, and strict deadlines in a fast-paced Federal environment
• 2+ years of experience leading projects, workstreams, or small professional teams, including workload coordination and deliverable oversight

• Strong knowledge of program and project management practices, including schedule management, milestone tracking, risk identification, quality assurance, performance monitoring, and contract deliverables
• Hands on experience with Power BI, including developing dashboards, data visualizations, performance metrics, and reports to support operational and executive-level decision-making
• Experience analyzing and validating large, complex datasets, identifying trends, ensuring data integrity, and translating findings into actionable business insights
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, and Teams, with experience using Microsoft 365 tools to support data management, reporting, and workflow coordination
• Experience preparing executive-level briefings, status reports, dashboards, and decision-support materials that communicate complex operational information clearly and accurately
• Demonstrated ability to engage senior Government stakeholders, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and align project activities with organizational priorities
• Experience identifying process improvements, streamlining reporting activities, and implementing standardized workflows to improve efficiency and accountability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to independently manage stakeholder requests, exercise sound judgment, and deliver accurate, high-quality work under tight deadlines

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting the Department of Homeland Security- DHSin an operational, administrative, or acquisition support organization
• Knowledge of federal acquisition and procurement processes, including acquisition lifecycle activities, procurement milestones, contract documentation, acquisition tracking, and reporting requirements
• Experience supporting acquisition programs through data analysis, milestone tracking, executive reporting, and coordination with contracting, program, and operational stakeholders
• Advanced Power BI experience, including data modeling, DAX, Power Query, dashboard optimization, and integration of multiple data sources
• Experience leveraging Microsoft Lists, SharePoint, Power Automate, or related Microsoft 365 tools to automate reporting, streamline data collection, and improve operational workflows
• Demonstrated experience developing executive dashboards, performance scorecards, and reporting solutions that provide visibility into organizational priorities, operational metrics, risks, and resource utilization
• Experience supporting organizational innovation, business process modernization, or continuous improvement initiatives across multiple offices or divisions
• Experience working directly with senior Federal executives to translate mission requirements into actionable reporting, operational improvements, and strategic recommendations

Location:

• Washington DC
• HYBRID, 1-2 days a week on site, as required by client

Security Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and maintain government clearance (Public Trust)
• This role supports a government agency which requires US citizenship

Compensation Package:

At AVER, we believe our people are the foundation of our success and are committed to providing meaningful work, competitive compensation, and a supportive environment where employees can grow while making a direct impact on critical Government missions AVER offers a competitive total compensation package designed to support our employees both professionally and personally Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and wellness coverage, paid time off and holidays, retirement benefits, and opportunities for career growth

Target Salary: $ 110,00000 - $ 140,00000 /yr

About Us:

AVER, LLC is a Data & Digital Transformation company that delivers exceptional client service with great people and transformative technology solutions to enable Government mission success We provide customers with specialized technical skills and deep subject matter expertise focused on Homeland Security, Biometrics, Law Enforcement and Healthcare domains to meet the complex mission challenges today and tomorrow We are a verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that strives to provide a customer‑centric experience building trusted partnerships with our clients and people

AVER is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled