Program, Systems, and Operations Risk Analyst

Mtsi Va; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) seeks a Program, Systems, and Operations Risk Analyst to support the MDIOC Mission Engineering Team at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs.

This on-site role focuses on maintaining the MDIOC Technical Baseline and integrating new capabilities, requiring self-motivation and strong collaboration with government and contractor teams. Qualified candidates have a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience, plus proficiency in MS Office and solid

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least 3 years of professional experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); strong written and oral communication.
• Experience creating risk registers, dashboards, and risk reports; familiarity with NIST/ISO frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Perform qualitative and quantitative risk assessments for programs, projects, systems, and operations.
• Develop and maintain risk registers, matrices, and dashboards; monitor trends.
• Identify emerging risks and recommend mitigation, transfer, or acceptance strategies.
• Support development of risk management frameworks and procedures in line with standards.
• Conduct scenario and what-if analyses to estimate impacts on cost, schedule, performance, and security.
• Prepare risk reports and briefings for government leadership.
• Facilitate risk workshops and stakeholder interviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate risk considerations into planning.
• Ensure compliance with government documentation, quality, and security requirements.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Program, Systems, and Operations Risk Analyst to provide Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support to the Missile Defense Agency's Missile Defense Integration & Operations Center (MDIOC) Mission Engineering Team at Schriever Space Force Base (SFB) in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This 100% on-site position is primarily responsible for supporting the MDIOC Chief Engineer for the maintenance and implementation of the MDIOC Technical Baseline as well as for development and integration of new capabilities into the building. Candidate must be a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment, can accomplish high-level tasks independently, and works well with other team members and customers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform qualitative and quantitative risk assessments for programs, projects, systems, and operations throughout the MDIOC.
• Develop and maintain risk registers, risk matrices, and dashboards; track risk status and trends over time to ensure adequate solutions are employed.
• Identify emerging risks and issues, and recommend pragmatic mitigation, transfer, or acceptance strategies.
• Support development and refinement of risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures in alignment with government standards (e.g., NIST, OMB, ISO 31000 as applicable).
• Conduct scenario analysis, sensitivity analysis, and "what-if" modeling to estimate potential impacts on cost, schedule, performance, and security.
• Prepare clear, concise risk reports, briefings, and presentations for government leadership on a regular basis.
• Facilitate risk workshops, working groups, and stakeholder interviews to gather data and validate assumptions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., cybersecurity, finance, acquisition, operations) to integrate risk considerations into planning and decision-making.
• Monitor internal and external risk factors (regulatory changes, technology shifts, etc.) and advise on implications.
• Ensure all work products meet government documentation, quality, and security requirements.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree with at least 3 years' professional experience.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in MS Office suite, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word Outstanding written and oral communication skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Project Management, or another field associated with risk management. Demonstrated experience creating and managing risk registers, heat maps, and risk reporting artifacts. Familiarity with or certification in risk standards/frameworks such as NIST RMF, GAO risk guidance, or ISO 31000 and their practical application. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex risk concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with Government and contractor teams. Experience developing key risk indicators (KRIs), dashboards, and scorecards for executive audiences.

Security Clearance Level Required:

Active SECRET security clearance or ability to obtain one is required for this position. U.S. Citizenship is also required for this position.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position in Colorado is $90/year to $120K/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors.

MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.