Program Analyst - ESS

Systems Planning and Analysis; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Program Analyst - Enablement Support Services to deliver onsite support in Norfolk, VA. The role focuses on comprehensive program and project management, governance reporting, and benefits realization within a NATO-aligned framework.

The incumbent will manage schedules, risks, and stakeholder communications across complex, multinational programs. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5+ years of PM experience, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a related field.
• 5+ years of Program/Project Management experience in a complex environment.
• Experience with capability development processes for national and/or NATO programs.
• Experience in program management including prioritization, reporting, and benefits realization.
• 2+ years with NATO/Common Funded Capability Delivery Governance Model.
• 2+ years with multinational organizations or NATO structures.
• 2+ years PMO functions including reporting and information management.
• Strong written and verbal communication with international stakeholders.
• Active NATO or country-level Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain registers of current and potential programs and projects.
• Establish prioritization frameworks based on strategic, financial, and risk considerations.
• Monitor progress against established objectives and plans.
• Conduct periodic performance reviews and report deviations.
• Manage stakeholder engagement and oversight of program risks and dependencies.
• Support governance reporting and status updates to boards and stakeholders.
• Support benefits realization management and benefits realization plans.
• Assist change management by documenting changes and maintaining issue logs.
• Provide information management by developing processes and maintaining repositories.
• Ensure proper archiving of program records and governance transparency.

Skills

Program management

Capability development

PRINCE2/ PMI

Stakeholder management

Reporting & governance

Change management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth,we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producingResults that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.

SPAs NATO Allied Command Transformation Group within JOID provides capability development, portfolio management, program management, quality management, cost estimation analysis, standardization, reporting, software solutions and information management, and capability management support. We also provide an improved capability requirements capture process, includingthe generation, documentation and tracing of user requirements, with appropriate technical scrutiny, over the entire lifecycle of the requirements from capability definition through capability realization and capability usage.

We have an immediate need for a Program Analyst - Enablement Support Services to provide onsite support out of Norfolk, VA.

Responsibilities

The candidate will provide comprehensive Program and Project Management (PPM) support, including maintaining registers of current and potential programs and projects, establishing prioritization frameworks based on strategic, financial, and risk considerations, and monitoring progress against established objectives and plans. Responsibilities include conducting periodic performance reviews, identifying and reporting deviations, managing stakeholder engagement, and maintaining oversight of program risks, issues, and dependencies. Support program governance by ensuring timely, accurate, and decision-focused reporting, facilitating management reporting through the Capability Management Function framework, and providing program status updates to relevant boards and stakeholders. S support Benefits Realization Management by identifying, documenting, tracking, and reporting program benefits, developing and maintaining benefits realization plans, and ensuring alignment with risk and issue management processes. Support Business Change Management activities by assessing and documenting program and project changes, providing recommendations, maintaining issue logs, and implementing structured change control processes. Responsibilities include coordinating issue reviews, documenting decisions, advising program personnel on change management procedures, and ensuring accurate schedule updates, including milestones, completion percentages, and remaining durations. P provide Information Management support by developing, assessing, and maintaining effective information management processes and procedures. This includes serving as the custodian of program documentation, maintaining centralized information repositories and electronic libraries, and ensuring the proper organization, accessibility, and archiving of program records. These activities will support effective governance, informed decision-making, program transparency, and the successful delivery of program objectives.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’sdegreefromanaccrediteduniversityinarelatedfield,oradegreecombinedwithrelevant experienceinprojectmanagementandcapabilitydevelopment.
• 5+yearsofProgram/ProjectManagementexperiencewithinthelast 10years in a complex, diverse, and dynamic environment, preferably utilizing PRINCE2 or PMI methodologies.
• Demonstratedexperiencewithinthelast 5yearsincapabilitydevelopmentprocessesrelatedto national and/or NATO military program development and acquisition phases.
• Demonstratedexperiencewithinthelast 5yearsinprogrammanagement,including prioritization, dependency management, reporting, benefits realization management, information management, consultancy, mentoring, and coaching.
• 2+yearsofexperiencewithinthelast 10yearsworkingwiththeNATOCommon Funded Capability Delivery Governance Model for capability development and implementation.
• 2+yearsofexperiencewithinthelast 10yearsworkingwithinamultinational organization, NATO Command Structure (NCS), or NATO Force Structure (NFS), with familiarity with NATOagenciesandtheirrolesincapabilitydevelopmentandimplementation.
• 2+yearsofexperiencewithinthelast 10yearsperformingProgram Management Office (PMO) functions, including reporting and information management.
• 2+ years of experience within the last 10 years demonstrating effective written and verbal communication skills, including preparing and delivering briefings and coordinating with diverse international stakeholders.
• Candidates must clearly identify the specific tasks and responsibilities they have personally undertaken and completed when demonstrating their experience in capability development and program management.
• Active NATO or country level Secret clearance

Pay Range Information

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $120,000.00/Yr. - USD $170,000.00/Yr.