Project Analyst - SETA Level 2, - Security Clearance Required (Hybrid Role)

Socket.dev; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF is seeking a Project Analyst, SETA Level 2 to support science and engineering innovation programs at the National Science Foundation (NSF). This role includes broad programmatic tasks, data analysis, and leadership of project activities within a hybrid work model from Alexandria, VA.

Qualifications include BS/BA, 10+ years in R&D/project management, and US citizenship with a security clearance. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analytics is required; advanced degrees and AI expertise

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of research and development expertise, managing research projects, and project management experience.
• US government issued high level security clearance.
• US citizenship is required due to contract requirements.
• High proficiency using Microsoft Office tools.
• Advanced degrees (Master's or PhD) are strongly preferred.
• Strong AI, emerging technology, and/or national security policy expertise.
• Proficiency with project management tools, system development and mapping tools, and data analytic tools and processes.
• Knowledge of transition to practice processes, including commercialization strategies.
• Experience working in the innovation ecosystem, including high-growth technology enterprises, and with a federal government funding research agency in a SETA role.
• Preferred familiarity with NSF's partnerships landscape study.
• Ability to demonstrate technical skills and experience in managing research projects, data analysis and visualization, survey implementation, project strategy and management.
• Proficiency in interpreting and executing industry-standard project management tools, technical note capture and reporting, and administrative duties such as scheduling meetings and coordinating deliverable feedback.
• Experience supporting and interacting with Senior Leadership

Responsibilities

• Support a wide range of technology, research and development, and programmatic tasks.
• Provide technical and program support to program directors managing an R&D portfolio of awardees.
• Assist with management of awardees, milestone capture, and development of program briefings and technical reports for NSF leadership and interagency partners.
• Coordinate and participate in technical and programmatic discussions with government, industry, and other stakeholders to initiate new partnerships and program concepts.
• Coordinate and support technical meetings and conferences.
• Provide high-level systems engineering and programmatic expertise to support the full life cycle of process and system improvement for current, expanding, and new TIP programs.
• Conduct data analysis to draw valuable insights for programmatic decisions and improve communication.
• Ensure a positive user experience for various programs.
• As needed, serve as a team lead, managing the implementation of tasks and team member management.

Skills

Excellent communication

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

AI & emerging tech awareness

Education

BS/BA degree or equivalent

Advanced degrees (Master's or PhD)

Tools

Microsoft Office tools

Data analytics tools

Project management tools

System development & mapping tools

Data visualization tools

Job description

ICF is seeking a Project Analyst, SETA Level 2 to support science and engineering innovation programs at the National Science Foundation (NSF). Your work will contribute to enabling the U.S. to uphold its leadership in innovation in science and engineering. This is an opportunity to contribute to an important project from its beginning, work with the latest and emerging technologies, and all while building a great career at ICF!

This position has the potential to be in any of the sections within the Directorate for Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships.

Candidates are encouraged to note in their cover letters any skills or experiences they may have that might make them particularly qualified for any specific section.

Work Location: This position has a hybrid work schedule with some telework days and is based in Alexandria, VA.

What you will do:

• Support a wide range of technology, research and development, and programmatic tasks.

• Provide technical and program support to program directors managing an R&D portfolio of awardees.

• Assist with management of awardees, milestone capture, and development of program briefings and technical reports for NSF leadership and interagency partners.

• Coordinate and participate in technical and programmatic discussions with government, industry, and other stakeholders to initiate new partnerships and program concepts.

• Coordinate and support technical meetings and conferences.

• Provide high-level systems engineering and programmatic expertise to support the full life cycle of process and system improvement for current, expanding, and new TIP programs.

• Conduct data analysis (in coordination with the data analytics team) to draw valuable insights for programmatic decisions and improve communication.

• Ensure a positive user experience for various programs.

• As needed, serve as a team lead, managing the implementation of tasks and team member management.

What You Will Bring With You:

• BS/BA degree or equivalent education and/or experience.

• Minimum of 10 years of research and development expertise, managing research projects, and project management experience. Minimum of 10 years of research and development expertise, managing research projects, and project management experience.

• US government issued high level security clearance.

• Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, US citizenship is required.

• High proficiency using Microsoft Office tools.

What We Would Like You To Bring With You:

• Advanced degrees (Master's or PHD) in equivalent education are strongly preferred

• Strong AI, emerging technology, and/or national security policy expertise.

• Proficiency with project management tools, system development and mapping tools, and data analytic tools and processes.

• Knowledge of transition to practice processes, including commercialization strategies.

• Experience working in the innovation ecosystem, including high-growth technology enterprises, and with a federal government funding research agency in a Science, Engineering, and Technical Assistance (SETA) role.

• Preferred familiarity with NSF's partnerships landscape study.

• Ability to demonstrate technical skills and experience in managing research projects, data analysis and visualization, survey implementation, project strategy and management.

• Proficiency in interpreting and executing industry-standard project management tools, technical note capture and reporting, and administrative duties such as scheduling meetings and coordinating deliverable feedback.

• Experience supporting and interacting with Senior Leadership

Professional Skills

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to maintain effective communication channels with federal technical staff and programmatic contractor personnel.

• Strong multitasking abilities, familiar with a fast-paced environment.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the worlds toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$89,649.00 - $152,404.00Virginia Client Office (VA88)