Project Management Analyst

MELE Associates, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Care

401(k) with Employer Match

Holidays and vacation

Job summary

MELE Associates, Inc. seeks a Project Management Analyst for Security Planning and Technology (NA-713) to support the Office of Defense Security through all project phases, collaborating with the PPBE team, Field Offices, and budget offices to ensure compliant and efficient execution of security projects in line with federal standards.

The role requires PMP-based practices, strong analytical abilities, and experience with federal security programs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management, preferably supporting federal security or government programs.
• Familiarity with PMP methodologies and federal project management requirements.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, including cross-functional teamwork.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with an active Q or TS security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver project management support and analytical expertise to NA-713 using PMP methodologies to oversee operations, track progress, and ensure successful execution of security project requirements.
• Monitor and report on field-related eDOCS tracker updates to the Division Director.
• Support PPBE, AOP, and BCP processes for effective resource allocation and resilience.

Skills

PMP methodologies

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Security program experience

Federal compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in project management, security management, business administration, or related field

Job description

Requisition Number: PROJE002245

• Posted : August 4, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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1000 Independence Ave SW
Washington, DC 20585, USA

1000 Independence Ave SW
Washington, DC 20585, USA

The Project Management Analyst for Security Planning and Technology (NA-713) is responsible for supporting the Office of Defense Security (NA-70) security projects through all phases of the project lifecycle. This position collaborates with the NA-70 Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) team, Field Offices, and NNSA budget offices to ensure efficient execution of security projects and compliance with federal and organizational standards, including PPBE, Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and Baseline Change Proposal (BCP).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Deliver project management support and analytical expertise to the Division Director of NA-713 within the Office of Safeguards and Security (NA-71), utilizing PMP methodologies to oversee operations, track progress, and ensure the successful execution of security project requirements, including budget activities, in alignment with project management best practices.
• Monitor and assess field-related eDOCS tracker weekly; send updates to the NA-713 Division Director indicating if action is required.
• Support PPBE, AOP, and BCP to ensure effective resource allocation and project resilience.
• Assist in the preparation and review of PPBE documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Coordinate with internal teams to implement PPBE processes, including budget formulation, execution tracking, and reporting requirements.
• Develop, analyze, and monitor performance metrics in accordance with DNS standard operating procedures and federal regulations.
• Catalog, analyze, and record best practices, lessons learned, operational experience, and identify enterprise trends in security planning and technology.
• Manage and coordinate NA-70 Security projects, ensuring compliance with PPBE, AOP, and project management orders and directives.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement among NA-70, Field Offices, and NNSA budget teams.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a U.S. citizen and possess an active Q or TS security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in project management, security management, business administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in project management, preferably supporting federal security or government programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of PMP methodologies and application to security planning and technology initiatives.
• Familiarity with NNSA orders, PPBE, AOP processes, and federal project management requirements.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, including experience in cross-functional teamwork.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.
• Experience working directly within NNSA.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills in security operations and program management.
• Advanced understanding of federal directives and best practices in security project management.

LOCATION:This position is full-time on-site position in Washington, DC with potential for hybrid.

SALARY:Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position. The range for this position is 150-170k.

BENEFITS

• Employer-paid employee Medical, Dental and Vision Care.
• Low-Cost Family Health Care offered.
• Federal Holidays and three (3) weeks’ vacation
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Cross-training opportunities

About MELE

With over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include national security, intelligence, IT/cybersecurity, facility management and engineering, CBRNE defense and nuclear security, emergency response training/management, and mission and program support.

MELE Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.

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