NGB Program Analyst

LAUKOA; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

LAUKOA is seeking a Program Analyst to support the Army NGB J-347 Domestic Operations from Arlington, VA. The role focuses on evaluating programs, budgets, and daily operations, with emphasis on data analysis, dashboard design, and actionable recommendations.

The position requires a TS clearance eligibility, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and 10+ years of federal/state/private sector experience in policy, administration, and program management.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain Top Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in public administration, business, social science, or related field.
• Strong ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and conduct research.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare reports and present findings.
• At least 10 years of federal, state, or private sector experience in policy, administration, program management, and/or compliance.
• Knowledge of National Guard Operations required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, monitor, and improve programs, policies, or systems to maximize efficiency and achieve performance goals.
• Analyze data, manage budgets, draft reports, and provide recommendations to management.
• Assess compliance, streamline workflows, and implement new processes.
• Track program milestones, project timelines, and key deliverables to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Coordinate daily operations and communication across cross-functional teams to resolve project bottlenecks.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, risk logs, and status reports for leadership review.
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data to measure program effectiveness, efficiency, and ROI.
• Design and update dashboards, KPIs, and performance metrics to track ongoing project health.
• Conduct root-cause analysis on operational gaps and present data-backed recommendations for improvement.
• Assist in developing, monitoring, and forecasting annual program budgets and expenditures.
• Review funding allocations and identify cost‑saving opportunities without compromising program quality.
• Prepare financial variance reports and reconcile discrepancies with the finance department.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, prepare briefing materials, and document meeting action items.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external partners regarding program updates.
• Draft standard operating procedures (SOPs), policy updates, and training manuals for staff.
• Prepare detailed executive summaries, progress reports, and briefing materials.
• Audit existing compliance policies and update regulatory documentation.
• Develop automated dashboards for tracking key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Translate complex statistical findings into actionable business strategies.

Skills

Analyze data

Budget management

Report drafting

Communication skills

Policy knowledge

Program management

Compliance

Dashboards

Root-cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration, business, social science, or related field

Job description

United States, Missouri, Fort Leonard Wood

Aug 06, 2026

Summary

This position intends to provide the Army NGB J-347 Domestic Operations with support in evaluating, improving programs, budgets and daily operations as the program analyst. Location of the work is in Arlington, VA.

Job Description

• Evaluate, monitor, and improve organizational programs, policies, or systems to maximize efficiency and achieve performance goals
• Analyze data, manage budgets, draft reports, and provide recommendations to management
• Assess compliance, streamline workflows, and implement new processes
• Track program milestones, project timelines, and key deliverables to ensure alignment with organizational goals
• Coordinate daily operations and communication across cross-functional teams to resolve project bottlenecks
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, risk logs, and status reports for leadership review
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data to measure program effectiveness, efficiency, and ROI
• Design and update custom dashboards, KPIs, and performance metrics to track ongoing project health
• Conduct root-cause analysis on operational gaps and present data-backed recommendations for improvement
• Assist in developing, monitoring, and forecasting annual program budgets and expenditures
• Review funding allocations and identify cost‑saving opportunities without compromising program quality
• Prepare financial variance reports and reconcile discrepancies with the finance department
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, prepare briefing materials, and document meeting action items
• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external partners regarding program updates
• Draft standard operating procedures (SOPs), policy updates, and training manuals for staff
• Prepare detailed executive summaries, progress reports, and briefing materials
• Audit existing compliance policies and update regulatory documentation
• Develop automated dashboards for tracking key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Translate complex statistical findings into actionable business strategies

Required Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship. Active (or the ability to obtain and maintain a) Top Secret security clearance
• Bachelor's degree in public administration, business, social science, or a related field
• Strong ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and conduct research
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare reports and present findings
• Ability to evaluate situations and provide/create, effective solutions
• At least 10 years of Federal, state, or private sector work experience focused on policy, administration, program management, and/or compliance
• Knowledge of National Guard Operations required

Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000

*This Position is Contingent Upon Award.

We are an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We offer a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

We give preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.

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