Senior Analyst-Force Development Branch

CORTEK; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental Insurance

Paid Holidays & PTO

401(k) with Company Match

Professional Development Support

Job summary

A defense contracting firm is seeking a highly skilled Senior Analyst to support Force Development Branch functions within their Assured Mobility and Force Protection programs. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree and have tactical experience within Army units. This position requires an active Top Secret Clearance and offers benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Force Development or related duties.
• Experience at senior Army levels such as HQDA, MACOMs, or Army Service Component Commands.
• Foundational tactical and operational experience with Army units.

Responsibilities

• Support Assured Mobility and Force Protection programs.
• Provide strategic and operational analysis to inform decision‑making and program development.
• Assist in the creation of integrated strategic‑level products for budget justification and planning.

Skills

Tactical and operational experience

Strategic and operational analysis

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Analyst-Force Development Branch (FDB)

Location: DC Metro Area

This Is An Onsite Position

Opportunity Overview: CORTEK seeks a highly skilled Senior Analyst to support the Force Development Branch (FDB) and Special Staff Officer (SSO) functions within the Assured Mobility and Force Protection programs. This key personnel role requires tactical and operational experience in Army units and a deep understanding of equipment and systems across multiple domains.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Support Assured Mobility and Force Protection programs as outlined in PWS paragraph 3.4
• Provide strategic and operational analysis to inform decision‑making and program development
• Assist in the creation of integrated strategic‑level products for budget justification and planning
• Maintain and update leadership smart books and strategic communication materials
• Conduct quality control of leadership reviews and portfolio briefings
• Provide recommendations for improvements in briefing formats and presentation content
• Support Army Requirements Review Board (AR2B) preparations and senior leader briefings

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business or Engineering
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Force Development or related duties
• Experience at senior Army levels such as HQDA, MACOMs, or Army Service Component Commands
• Foundational tactical and operational experience with Army units using:
• Engineer Equipment (Tactical Bridging, Construction, Mines/Munitions, Counter Explosive Hazard, Engineer C2, SKOs)
• Military Police (MP) Systems
• Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Equipment
• Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) Systems

Preferred Skills & Expertise

• Interdisciplinary knowledge of:
• Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE)
• DoD acquisition processes (DoDI 5000.2)
• Materiel and force structure requirements development and validation (JCIDS)

• Experience applying force development across DOTMLPF-P domains in fiscally constrained environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Highly Preferred Qualifications, Certifications, And Training

• How the Army Runs (HTAR) Course
• RQM 1010 / CLR 101: Introduction to JCIDS
• RQM 1100 / RQM 110: Core Concepts for Requirements Management / CDC
• RQM 3100 / RQM 310: Advanced Concepts and Skills
• CLR 151: Analysis of Alternatives
• RQM 2500 / CLR 250: Capabilities-Based Assessments
• RQM 2520 / CLR 252: Developing Performance Attributes

Benefits

• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Life & Disability Coverage
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Professional Development Support

Clearance

An Active Top Secret Clearance is required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

About CORTEK

Founded in 2003, CORTEK is a distinguished Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) defense, Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) terrorism prevention, Counter-WMD (CWMD) support services, and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)/Privacy Act support. With over a decade of experience, CORTEK has delivered mission-critical solutions to government clients, including the Department of State (DOS), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Justice (DOJ), and Department of Defense (DoD). Our proven track record includes 12 years of incumbency on DOS contracts supporting WMD threat mitigation and consequence management programs and comprehensive support for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency's (DTRA) technical and strategic objectives across Physical and Biological Sciences, Engineering, Policy, and Operations. Additionally, CORTEK has provided onsite analytical support for the Department of the Army Headquarters (HQDA) at the Pentagon.

At CORTEK, relationships are at the heart of what we do. We pride ourselves on our customer-centric approach, leveraging proven management processes to deliver tailored solutions that drive client success. Our focus on excellence, innovation, and competitive value throughout the project management lifecycle makes CORTEK a trusted partner. Curious to learn more? Visit us at CORTEK.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

EEO Employer: CORTEK is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace by hiring and retaining talented individuals from all backgrounds. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. As an EEO employer, CORTEK complies with Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination and posts notices outlining these protections in accordance with applicable regulations.

Reasonable Accommodation

Requests: CORTEK is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [e-mail] or call Human Resources at (727)-292-1521. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

E-Verify

As a Federal Contractor, we are required to use E-Verify to validate employees' ability to work legally in the United States.

Pay Transparency

Non-Discrimination: CORTEK will not discharge or, in any other manner, discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay.

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