Program Analyst

ANALYGENCE; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal services provider is seeking a Program Analyst in Fort Meade, Maryland to support entry-level financial management within a defense context. The ideal candidate will assist with budget execution, financial documentation, and reporting. Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in finance or related field, active TS/SCI clearance, and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. This role offers mentorship and opportunities for professional growth in a structured, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI w/ CI Poly required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in financial management.
• Foundational understanding of the federal budget lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day budget execution and financial activities.
• Perform routine data entry and reconciliations within DAI.
• Assist with budget tracking and financial reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Financial tracking tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or relevant field

Tools

Excel

Job description

We have an immediate opportunity for aProgram Analyst. The position is well suited for candidates seeking to develop foundational experience in federal financial management within a mission-focused defense environment. In this role, you will provide entry-level financial management and budget execution support to the Command Advisory and Assistance Services (CAAS) program in direct support of USCYBERCOM J9 Financial Management (FM). This role supports routine budget tracking, financial documentation, reporting, and data reconciliation activities that enable senior analysts and government leadership to maintain situational awareness and make informed resource decisions. Work is performed under the direction of senior CAAS financial analysts and government financial managers.

Additionally, this position supports a high-visibility, mission-driven organization with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth. Training and on-the-job learning provided to support successful onboarding and skill development. General responsibilities include:

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day budget execution and financial management activities under the guidance of senior CAAS analysts and government financial managers.
• Perform routine data entry, updates, and reconciliations within the Defense Agencies Initiative (DAI) system (training provided).
• Assist with budget tracking, funding documentation, and recurring financial reporting requirements.
• Maintain accurate and timely financial records in accordance with federal and organizational compliance standards.
• Support preparation of financial artifacts, trackers, and documentation used for internal reviews and leadership decision-making.
• Coordinate with senior analysts to resolve data discrepancies and ensure consistency across financial reports.
• Adhere to established processes, timelines, and quality standards to support mission execution.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI w/ CI Poly required.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, economics, or a relevant field (in lieu of bachelor's degree, an associate's degree with additional years of experience may be substituted).
• 2 years of experience supporting budget execution, financial management, accounting, or related business processes.
• Foundational understanding of the federal budget lifecycle and execution environment (education or experience).
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately track, validate, and reconcile financial data.
• Basic proficiency with spreadsheets and financial tracking tools (e.g., Excel or similar).
• Ability to follow established procedures and work effectively under supervision in a structured environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage recurring tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with knowledge and ability to utilize appropriate grammatical skills at a professional level.