Operations Research System Analyst (ORSA)

CACI; Fort Meade (MD); Presencial; USD 110 000 - 160 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

CACI is seeking an Operations Research System Analyst (ORSA) to join a Tampa, FL program delivering advisory, training, and operational support for national security. The role requires applying OR/IR methodologies, data analytics, and AI/ML tools to inform decision makers across joint commands.

The candidate will design assessment frameworks, develop analytical models, and provide executive-level briefings to support mission success in dynamic environments.

Qualificações

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance.
• Master's degree in a relevant field with 3+ years of military operational planning/assessments; or Bachelor's with 5+ years of such experience.
• Experience briefing concepts to executive/senior-level decision makers.
• Track record in designing, administering, and evaluating research instruments for military operations.
• Experience integrating data analytic tools, including AI/ML enabled tools, in assessments/research.

Responsabilidades

• Designs and implements assessment frameworks with MOEs/MOPs to evaluate operational effectiveness across OIE, IW, and Sensitive Activities.
• Applies operations research methods, statistical modeling, and data science to analyze complex systems.
• Performs quantitative/qualitative analysis of operational data and intelligence to identify patterns and trends.
• Tests attribution and significance, quantifying uncertainty and confidence levels.
• Develops and validates analytical models to inform commander decisions and assess risks and tradeoffs.
• Translates complex problems into structured analyses with visualizations and executive briefs.
• Defines data requirements and quality controls for longitudinal analytic rigor.
• Coordinates assessment activities across joint staff and external stakeholders, aligning with the command cycle.
• Evaluates second/third-order effects through system behavior and simulations.

Conhecimentos

TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

Data analysis

Executive briefing

Research instrument design

AI/ML tools

Formação académica

Master's degree in Operations Research / Applied Mathematics / Statistics

Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience in military operations planning

Ferramentas

Statistical software

Data visualization

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Title: Operations Research System Analyst (ORSA)

Job Category: Intelligence

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Continental US

The Opportunity:

Join a team dedicated to advancing national security through innovative irregular warfare and operations expertise. CACI is hiring an Operations Research System Analyst (ORSA) to join a program in Tampa, FL that will deliver mission-critical advisory, training, and operational support services that help mission partners stay ahead of rapidly evolving global threats. Working across geographic and functional combatant commands, these professionals play a vital role in developing, integrating, and sustaining mission-ready task forces that enhance joint force effectiveness and operational success.

This is an opportunity to contribute to high-impact missions, collaborate with experienced professionals, and support strategic operations that strengthen our nation's defense capabilities around the world. Candidates who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace complex challenges, and are committed to mission excellence will find meaningful opportunities for growth and impact within CACI and on this team.

Responsibilities:

• Designs and implements assessment frameworks (quantitative and qualitative) using measurable indicators (MOEs/MOPs) to evaluate operational effectiveness of Operations in the Information Environment (OIE), Irregular Warfare and Sensitive Activities
• Applies operations research methodologies, statistical modeling, and data science techniques to analyze complex systems and impacts on the operational and/or information environment
• Conducts quantitative and qualitative analysis of operational data, intelligence reporting, and social media signals to identify patterns, trends, and behavioral changes
• Tests attribution, causality, and statistical significance linking operations to observed outcomes, while explicitly quantifying uncertainty and confidence levels
• Implements, develops and/or validates analytical models to assess courses of action, capabilities, risks, and tradeoffs to inform commander decision-making
• Translates complex operational problems into structured analyses with clear visualizations, concise written reports and executive-level briefings for government decision makers
• Defines data/information/intelligence requirements, collection methods, and quality control processes to maintain analytic rigor and longitudinal integrity
• Synchronizes assessment activities across joint staff, service components, and external stakeholders, aligning assessments with operational plans and activities and with the command battle rhythm
• Evaluates second and third-order effects of operations through system behavior analysis and simulation to support planning and risk management
• Documents methodologies, assumptions, limitations, and lessons learned to preserve institutional knowledge and ensure analytic transparency

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance
• Master's degree in a relevant field of study (e.g. Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Statistics) and 3+ years of experience supporting military operational planning and/or assessments for OIE, IW, Sensitive Activities, or compartmented activities; - OR - Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience supporting military operational planning and/or assessments for OIE, IW, Sensitive Activities, or compartmented activities
• Experience briefing or delivering written concepts to executive/senior-level (GO/FO/SES) decision makers
• Successful track record in designing, administering and/or evaluating research instruments and activities in support of military operations
• Demonstrated experience integrating data analytic tools, to include AI/ML enabled tools, in support of assessments and research

Desired:

• PhD in relevant field of study and expertise
• Demonstrated expertise applying operations research, systems and data analysis to military evaluations and assessments for OIE, IW, and Sensitive Activities
• 5+ years of experience supporting military operational assessments and research at the CCMD, Service Component Command, Joint Task Force or similar level
• Familiarity with CENTCOM and/or AFRICOM AORs

What You Can Expect:

• A culture of integrity.
• At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
• An environment of trust.
• CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
• A focus on continuous growth.
• Together, we will advan