Program Analyst

Eastern Research Group, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Educational benefits

FSAs

401k plan

Profit sharing

Employee Assistance Program

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Job summary

Eastern Research Group, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Program Analyst to support budget tracking, data management, and operational coordination for federal government contracts. The role emphasizes accuracy of project financials and robust internal systems.

Preference will be given to candidates in the DMV region, but non-local applicants will be considered. The position requires DoD SECRET clearance or the ability to obtain it, and candidates must be U.S. citizens.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; GPA 3.0+ if <4 years experience.
• 2–4 years of experience in project coordination, budget tracking, or similar operations.
• Proficiency in SharePoint, Teams, and M365 tools.
• Strong MS Excel and data management basics.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Team-player with adaptability to changing priorities.
• Experience supporting federal contracts or technical teams a plus.
• Must hold or be eligible for DoD SECRET clearance; U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Generate, maintain, and update project expenditure databases, cost estimates, and financial projections.
• Review and verify financial and project data for accuracy.
• Conduct biweekly budget review meetings and prepare meeting documentation and reports.
• Perform monthly updates for contract year spend.
• Track project charging, contract spend, subcontract budgets, and team performance metrics.
• Support marketing, business development, and proposal efforts.
• Participate in process improvement meetings and initiatives.
• Manage project documentation and collaboration platforms (Teams, SharePoint, M365).
• Ensure accurate and timely updates to internal databases and communication tools.

Skills

Budget tracking

Project coordination

Data management

Excel

SharePoint

Teams

Microsoft 365

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SharePoint

Teams

Microsoft 365

Job description

United States

Sep 14, 2026

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Program Analyst to support budget tracking, data management, and operational coordination to support ERG's federal government contracts. This position is essential in ensuring the accuracy of project financials, maintaining internal systems, and supporting teams in achieving operational excellence.

While preference will be given to candidates based in the DMV region, qualified candidates outside the area will be considered. Non-local candidates must maintain availability during core working hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET.

Job Description

• Generate, maintain, and update project expenditure databases, cost estimates, and financial projections
• Review and verify financial and project data for accuracy
• Conduct biweekly budget review meetings and prepare meeting documentation and reports
• Perform monthly updates for contract year spend
• Track project charging, contract spend, subcontract budgets, and team performance metrics
• Support marketing, business development, and proposal efforts
• Participate in and support process improvement meetings and initiatives
• Manage project documentation, communication tools, and collaboration platforms (Teams, SharePoint, M365)
• Ensure accurate and timely updates to internal databases and communication tools

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Project Management, or a related field
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 (college transcripts required for applicants with less than 4 years of experience)
• 2-4 years of experience in project coordination, budget tracking, or a similar operations role
• Proficiency in SharePoint, Teams, and M365 tools
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and fundamental data management concepts
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills
• Team-player with the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and project needs
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Experience supporting federal government contracts or working in a technical/engineering organization is a plus
• Must currently hold or be able to obtain a DoD SECRET security clearance
• Must be a U.S. citizen, as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations

Benefits

• ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more.
• Salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform. However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment. If you're a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG's online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at [e-mail] or call [phone].

ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.