Program Analyst

Cogent Security; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogent Security LLC seeks a Program Analyst for the INSITE program to provide analytical and strategic support for safeguards implementation, evaluation, and enhancement. You will lead coordination of safeguards projects and serve as a primary interface with national laboratories and subcontractors.

The role includes financial stewardship for the INSITE portfolio and contributing to long-term strategic planning to ensure objectives are achieved. Active Q-clearance and U.S.

Qualifications

• Experience in a DOE/NNSA national laboratory setting supporting international nuclear safeguards projects and programs.
• Bachelor’s degree with at least 4 years of relevant experience.
• U.S. Citizen with an active Q-clearance.
• Knowledge of IAEA safeguards concepts and approaches.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for diverse audiences including leadership and laboratory partners.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to develop sound recommendations.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support for the INSITE program, focusing on safeguards implementation, evaluation, and enhancement.
• Lead coordination and management of safeguards programming, projects, and activities to strengthen the U.S. nuclear safeguards workforce.
• Interface with DOE/NNSA national laboratories and subcontractors to foster collaboration and ensure project execution.
• Oversee budget planning, development, execution, and reporting for INSITE programs and projects.
• Contribute to strategic planning and analytical guidance related to INSITE program.
• Adapt to evolving program needs and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

DOE/NNSA experience

Q-clearance

IAEA safeguards concepts

Written and oral communication

Analytical thinking

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree, 4+ years

Job description

Description

The Program Analyst for the International Nuclear Safeguards Implementation, Treaties, and Evaluation (INSITE) program provides critical analytical and strategic support for the implementation, evaluation, and enhancement of international nuclear safeguards. In this role, you will lead the management and coordination of projects designed to strengthen the U.S. nuclear safeguards workforce while serving as a primary interface between national laboratories and subcontractors. Additionally, you will oversee financial stewardship for the INSITE portfolio and contribute to long-term strategic planning to ensure the effective execution of program objectives.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Analytical Safeguards Expertise:Provide analytical support to the INSITE program, focusing on the implementation, evaluation, and enhancement of international nuclear safeguards.
• Program Management & Coordination:Lead the coordination and management of safeguards programming, projects, and activities designed to strengthen the U.S. nuclear safeguards workforce.
• Interagency and Laboratory Interface:Serve as an interface with DOE/NNSA national laboratories and subcontractors, fostering collaborative relationships and ensuring effective project execution.
• Financial Stewardship:Oversee budget planning, development, execution, and reporting for programs and projects within the INSITE portfolio.
• Strategic Support:Contribute to the development of strategic plans, recommendations, and analytical guidance related to INSITE program.
• Adaptability:Execute other duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness to evolving program needs and priorities.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience:Professional experience gained within a DOE/NNSA national laboratory setting, specifically supporting international nuclear safeguards projects and programs.
• Education: Bachelors Degree with minimum 4 years relevant experience
• Security Clearance:Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Q-clearance.
• Technical Knowledge:Knowledge of IAEA safeguards concepts and approaches.
• Communication Skills:Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with a proven ability to convey complex technical information clearly and persuasively to varying audiences, including leadership and laboratory partners.
• Analytical Acumen:Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop sound recommendations.
• Project Management:Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., International Relations, Social Sciences, Political Science).
• Experience with programs under the Office of Nonproliferation and Arms Control related to nuclear nonproliferation and international nuclear safeguards.
• Familiarity with nuclear fuel cycle technologies and their implications for safeguards.

About Cogent Security LLC:

Cogent Security was founded in 2010 and has since grown to over 150 employees. We pride ourselves on hiring individuals that can deliver customer success with integrity, value, efficiency, and accountability.

Company Website:

https://www.cogentsecurity.com