Research Analyst

Koniag Services, Inc.; Winchester, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401K with company matching

Flexible spending accounts

Paid holidays

Three weeks paid time off

Job summary

PacArctic, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an experienced Research Analyst with a Top-Secret clearance to support PAC and our government customer in Winchester, VA. The role is on-site with no telework, offering competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, 401K, and more.

The analyst will conduct thorough research and vetting activities, draft formal findings, and ensure adherence to government quality standards while handling sensitive information with discretion.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred in a related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance or public trust.
• Two+ years in research, analysis, or investigations in government/security contexts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough research and analysis to assess identifiability and derogratory data for risk/vetting.
• Analyze complex data sets and extract key information for security assessments.
• Draft clear, well-supported findings in formal report formats for agencies.
• Ensure all work items meet government quality standards.
• Handle sensitive information in accordance with security regulations and policies.
• Use Excel/Word to manage and document work items.
• Maintain organization to track multiple items and meet deadlines.
• Work on-site with hours roughly 6:00 AM–6:00 PM, core 9:00 AM–2:30 PM

Skills

Analytical skills

Report writing

Written communication

Confidential information handling

Organizational skills

Multitask management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Political Science, Social Sciences, Intelligence Studies, or related field

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Posted Friday, September 4, 2026 at 4:00 AM

PacArctic, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is looking for experienced Research Analyst with a Top-Secret Security clearance to support PAC and our government customer in Winchester, VA.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a commitment to accuracy, and experience handling sensitive information in a government or security-related environment. This position is on-site and does not support telework.

The Research Analyst will be responsible for conducting thorough research, analysis, and vetting activities in support of government operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high level of accuracy and efficiency, consistently meeting government-established quality and production standards.

Principal responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Conduct thorough research and analysis of information to assess whether data is identifiable and derogatory, in support of risk assessments, background investigations, or vetting activities
• Analyze complex data sets and extract key information relevant to security assessments, investigations, or agency-specific vetting requirements
• Draft clear, concise, and well-supported findings in formal report formats for submission to relevant government agencies
• Ensure all submitted work items meet or exceed the government's quality assurance standards.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information in strict accordance with applicable security regulations, data protection protocols, and agency policies
• Utilize research tools and general office software, including Microsoft Excel and Word, to effectively manage and document work items
• Maintain strong organizational practices to track and manage multiple active work items simultaneously, ensuring timely and accurate completion
• Adhere to duty hour requirements, working flexible hours between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM while maintaining presence during core hours of 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Education and Experience:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Political Science, Social Sciences, Intelligence Studies, or a related field from an accredited college or university preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance or public trust clearance as required by the contract

Preferred:

• Two (2) or more years of hands-on experience in research, analysis, or investigations, specifically in a government or security-related environment
• Prior experience in a security clearance, law enforcement, or intelligence context is strongly preferred

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess whether information is identifiable and derogatory within a security, law enforcement, or intelligence context
• Ability to analyze complex data and extract key information relevant to risk assessments or background investigations
• Report writing experience, with the ability to draft clear, concise, and well-supported findings in formal report formats
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to clearly and accurately draft detailed findings and reports for submission to relevant agencies
• Proficiency in research tools and general office software, including Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive or classified information in strict accordance with applicable security regulations and policies
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to track and manage multiple active work items simultaneously
• Ability to consistently meet or exceed government-established quality standards.
• Ability to meet or exceed the government-identified hourly production metrics.
• Ability to work on-site.
• Ability to work flexible hours between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM and maintain presence during core hours of 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• Experience working in a federal government, law enforcement, or intelligence community environment
• Knowledge of background investigation processes and risk assessment methodologies
• Experience managing high volumes of work items while maintaining accuracy and adherence to strict deadlines
• Familiarity with government compliance standards, data protection protocols, and agency-specific security policies

Clearance Requirement:

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

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Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visitwww.koniag-gs.com.

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