Program Evaluation Specialist – Data Analytics for DHS Impact

ARA; Alexandria (VA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) seeks a Journeyman Program Evaluation Specialist to design and conduct evaluations supporting DHS S&T programs. You will develop evaluation plans, conduct mixed-methods analyses, and produce reports and dashboards for leadership.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensure ethical and privacy considerations, and help shape learning agendas to improve investment outcomes. Remote work with occasional travel to client sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and conducting program or policy evaluations.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Bachelor's degree with 5–7 years of experience.
• Strong data analysis skills and familiarity with evaluation software.
• Ability to translate complex findings into actionable recommendations.
• Experience engaging stakeholders in technical environments.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation design for select DHS SBIR programs in alignment with policy.
• Develop evaluation questions, methodologies, data collection instruments, and analysis plans.
• Conduct mixed-methods analyses (statistical, qualitative, case studies).
• Develop performance metrics for RDT&E programs and tech transitions.
• Produce evaluation reports, briefings, dashboards, and data visualizations for leadership.
• Collaborate with program managers to identify evidence gaps and learning agendas.
• Provide recommendations informing investment decisions and program improvements.
• Coordinate with research partners, laboratories, and DHS components.
• Ensure ethical, privacy, and security compliance for DHS-sensitive data.

Skills

Program evaluation design

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication of findings

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Evaluation software

Job description

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) seeks a Journeyman Program Evaluation Specialist to design and conduct evaluations supporting DHS S&T programs. You will develop evaluation plans, conduct mixed-methods analyses, and produce reports and dashboards for leadership.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensure ethical and privacy considerations, and help shape learning agendas to improve investment outcomes. Remote work with occasional travel to client sites is expected.