Project Analyst

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Intelligence and Security Associates (ISA) is hiring a Project Analyst to monitor project performance, track deliverables, and analyze baselines within federal defense programs. You will support Project Managers and client leads by turning data into actionable insights and ensuring schedule compliance.

This role emphasizes analytical rigor, cross‑functional collaboration, and strong communication to drive program success and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in project analysis/coordination in federal or defense contracting.
• Proficiency with Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), baselines, budgeting and performance tracking.
• Experience with data analysis, reporting and visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Excel).
• Hands-on experience with project planning platforms (MS Project, Jira, Azure DevOps, Confluence).
• Strong quantitative, analytical and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for presenting findings to leadership.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes project schedules, baselines, financial burn rates, and resource utilization across client portfolios.
• Researches operational data, client requirements, and program risks to support strategic decisions.
• Identifies process inefficiencies, variances, and bottlenecks across task orders.
• Compiles executive dashboards and performance metrics using Power BI and Excel.
• Coordinates cross‑functional deliverables, action logs, and project communications.
• Facilitates status reviews, sprint planning, and risk management workshops.
• Prepares technical briefings, project docs, meeting minutes, and presentations.
• Summarizes complex data into clear narratives for senior leadership.

Skills

Data analysis

Power BI

Tableau

Advanced Excel

Jira

Azure DevOps

Confluence

MS Project

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration / Finance / MIS / Systems Engineering

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Advanced Excel

Microsoft Project

Jira

Azure DevOps

Confluence

Job description

Company Overview:The Intelligence and Security Associates (ISA) is a Virginia-based SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. ISA is a proud V3-certified employer, with one in two ISA employees having served in the U.S. military. Additionally, ISA holds a General Services Administration (GSA) Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract, and One Acquisition Solution for Integrated Services + (OASIS+) Total Small Business Pool Contract Vehicle.Originally founded as an education and training company, ISA continues a 20-plus-year tradition of providing value creation for our clients, delivering unique solutions tailored to their specific challenges across a broad range of national security issues and competencies.Our highly qualified subject matter professionals, data and technical experts, and our seasoned senior leaders specialize in national security and intelligence delivery services for the Department of War (DoW), the Intelligence Community (IC), and other federal and commercial entities. Our extensive Program of Work includes broad areas of Mission Engineering & Systems Integration, Strategic Advantage & Warfighter Support, and Operational Enablers to federal government and commercial entities across the defense and national security sectors.Job Description:The Project Analyst is an essential analytical and operational support role responsible for monitoring project performance, tracking deliverables, analyzing cost baselines, and maintaining project management workflows. Operating within federal defense and national security programs, this professional supports Project Managers and client leads by synthesizing project data into actionable insights, ensuring schedule compliance, and optimizing resource management. The Project Analyst bridges technical execution and project management to ensure program success and client satisfaction.Work Model:Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration. Consistent with government and industry standards that support a more fulsome return to in-office culture, ISA supports our clients and provides a working environment that promotes professional development opportunities through peer engagement and face-to-face mentoring. The ability to meet across teams at the office and cross-pollinate information is critical to our success.Responsibilities:The Project Analyst provides end-to-end analytical support across ISA’s project portfolio. They are responsible for gathering performance data, calculating burn rates, monitoring milestone completion, and maintaining project documentation repositories. Working closely with Project Managers, Finance, and technical execution teams, the Project Analyst identifies schedule and budget variances, assists with risk management, prepares executive reports, and supports continuous process improvement initiatives.Duties:Analyzes project schedules, performance baselines, financial burn rates, and resource utilization across client portfolios.Researches operational data, client requirements, and program risks to support strategic decision-making.Identifies process inefficiencies, project variances, and potential schedule bottlenecks across task orders.Compiles executive dashboards, quantitative reports, and performance metrics using tools such as Microsoft Power BI and Advanced Excel.Coordinates cross-functional team deliverables, action item tracking logs, and project communications.Facilitates project status reviews, sprint planning syncs, and risk management workshops.Prepares technical briefings, project management documentation, meeting minutes, and presentation materials.Evaluates resource allocation data, subcontractor invoices, and contract performance metrics.Processes baseline modification requests, deliverable approvals, and official project correspondence.Establishes standard operating procedures (SOPs), centralized document repositories, and project tracking templates.Summarizes complex project data into clear, actionable narratives for senior project leadership and stakeholders.Reinforces ISA’s corporate culture and mission-focused delivery approach.Other Duties:Duties, responsibilities, and activities can change at any time based on position requirements. These changes will be communicated by your supervisor.Supervisor Responsibilities:None. This is an individual contributor role reporting to a Senior Project Manager or Program Director.Clearance Required:As a condition of employment, candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a favorably adjudicated Public Trust determination or Tier-1 equivalent, consistent with requirements set forth in U.S. law, federal regulation, and executive order. Applicants must be able to submit documentation establishing U.S. Person status upon hiring. All ISA employees are required to uphold and maintain the trustworthiness and suitability requirements of the U.S. federal government.Experience Required:4-6 years of experience in project analysis, project coordination, or financial tracking within a federal government or defense contracting environment.Demonstrated proficiency with project management concepts, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), and performance baseline tracking.Hands-on experience with data analysis, reporting, and visualization tools (e.g., Advanced Excel, Power BI, Tableau).Practical experience utilizing project planning and task management platforms (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, Azure DevOps, or Confluence).Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for presenting analytical findings to project leadership.Education:Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Management Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or a related field required.Certification:Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) through PMI, Agile/Scrum credentials (e.g., CSM, CSPO), or advanced Microsoft Excel certifications are preferred.