Nuclear Security Strategy & Programs Analyst

SCT; Washington; On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SCT seeks a Program Analyst to support a national security mission, providing technical expertise and analytical leadership on nuclear R&D and engineering programs. You will interact with clients as a trusted advisor and contribute to strategic planning, risk management, and program oversight.

The role demands at least 3 years in program analysis or related areas, a bachelor’s degree (master/PhD preferred), and an active DoD/DOE-style clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in program analysis, project coordination, or administrative support for complex programs
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution; a Master's degree or PhD is preferred
• Active U.S. Government security clearance with fully adjudicated T5 background investigation including drug test
• DOE/NNSA experience highly desirable
• Strong written, analytical, and problem-solving skills; able to work independently
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint
• Excellent oral communication and organizational skills, including interfacing with executive-level clients

Responsibilities

• Provide technical evaluations and assessments of complex programs, technologies, and documentation
• Provide subject matter expertise in manufacturing, materials, production engineering, and infrastructure modernization
• Develop modernization strategies, implementation plans, and capability restoration efforts
• Assess program, integration, risk, and budget considerations, and recommend mitigations
• Support program management tasks: scheduling, milestones, baselines, and cost/schedule/risk management
• Coordinate technical reviews, readiness assessments, audits, and evaluations
• Prepare budgets, cost analyses, funding tracking, and justification materials
• Create executive briefings, technical presentations, and strategic communications
• Coordinate cross-disciplinary teams and stakeholders across multiple organizations
• Provide leadership and administrative support, including meeting coordination and action tracking
• Work onsite at client locations in Washington, DC or Albuquerque, NM, with possible travel

Skills

Program analysis

Project coordination

Administrative support

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or PhD preferred

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

SCT seeks a Program Analyst to support a national security mission, providing technical expertise and analytical leadership on nuclear R&D and engineering programs. You will interact with clients as a trusted advisor and contribute to strategic planning, risk management, and program oversight.

The role demands at least 3 years in program analysis or related areas, a bachelor’s degree (master/PhD preferred), and an active DoD/DOE-style clearance.