Program, Systems, and Operations Risk Analyst

nou Systems, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

ESOP

Health, dental & vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

nou Systems, Inc. is seeking a Program, Systems, and Operations Risk Analyst to join the Mission Engineering team at the MDIOC on-site in Colorado Springs. You will perform risk assessments, develop risk registers and dashboards, and collaborate with cybersecurity, finance, and operations to integrate risk considerations into planning and decision making.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years of experience, and an active Secret clearance. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 3 years of full‑time professional experience.
• Active Secret clearance required.
• U.S. citizen required for eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform qualitative and quantitative risk assessments for programs, projects, systems, and operations.
• Develop and maintain risk registers, risk matrices, and dashboards; track risk status and trends.
• Identify emerging risks and recommend mitigation, transfer, or acceptance strategies.
• Support development of risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures (NIST/OMB/ISO 31000).
• Conduct scenario analysis and modeling to estimate cost, schedule, performance, and security impacts.
• Prepare risk reports, briefings, and presentations for government leadership.
• Facilitate risk workshops and stakeholder interviews to gather data and validate assumptions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate risk considerations into planning and decision making.
• Monitor regulatory and technology changes and advise on implications.
• Ensure work products meet government documentation, quality, and security requirements.

Skills

Risk assessment

Risk management

Dashboards

Stakeholder communication

NIST RMF familiarity

ISO 31000 knowledge

Scenario analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

NIST RMF

GAO risk guidance

ISO 31000

Job description

nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) is now officially a 100% ESOP company! We value teamwork and collaboration, and this transition allows us to take that commitment to a new level. nSI empowers our customers by supplying products, services, and expertise with powerful, data driven insights that transform defense systems and improve capabilities.

We are pleased to announce the opening for a Program, Systems, and Operations Risk Analyst who will join our Mission Engineering team at the Missile Defense Integration & Operations Center (MDIOC) / On-site and become part of our rapidly growing technology company operating in missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, biotechnology, and space control marketspaces. You will be part of a team known for risk management and mission assurance supporting mission-critical MDIOC programs.

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.

Basic Qualifications

You must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

You will need at least 3 years of full‑time professional experience.

You must possess or be able to obtain an active Secret clearance.

You must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible for this position.

Lacking any one of these disqualifies you from this job.

Preferred 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.

nou (pronounced ‘new’) Systems

Since its founding in 2012, nou Systems has built a reputation for excellence in innovative engineering, prototype development, and technical and professional services in multiple markets, including missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, and space control. Our diverse and highly skilled team delivers state‑of‑the‑art products from concepts and prototypes to fully developed and integrated solutions.

We offer significant advancement and personal career development opportunities within our dynamic high‑tech company. Our culture is firmly established in treating our employees like family.

Benefits of working at nSI

nou Systems, Inc. offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and diverse benefits that reflect our company culture of service, excellence, and a supportive work environment. Benefits may vary based on status but the majority of our positions include the following:

• Competitive Wages*
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility
• Company-funded Life, Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Norton LifeLock
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal Development, Technical Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

nSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment opportunities at nSI are based upon a candidate’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.nou-systems.com/workingatnou. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.