Senior Analysts

Cortek, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental Insurance

Life & Disability Coverage

Paid Holidays & PTO

401(k) with Company Match

Professional Development Support

Job summary

A leading defense consulting firm based in Washington, DC is looking for a skilled Senior Analyst to support the Army's capability development efforts. Key responsibilities include conducting strategic analysis, developing options for warfighting capabilities, and advising senior Army officials. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree, at least 4 years of relevant experience, and a mandatory TS/SCI clearance. This onsite position offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business or Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Force Development.
• TS/SCI clearance is mandatory.
• Experience at senior Army levels is preferred.
• Familiarity with JCIDS, ACIDS, CCIDS, and Army capability development processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis for warfighting capability development.
• Support Army policy development in accordance with AR 71-9.
• Develop recommendations to improve requirements processes.
• Advise on JCIDS/ACIDS policy.
• Advise AROC Working Groups on JCIDS/ACIDS policy and briefing standards.
• Assist in setup and execution of AROCs, ARBs, ACBs, FCBs, JCBs, and JROCs.
• Prepare EXSUMs, JROCMs/AROCMs, and approval documentation.
• Coordinate staffing and integration of requirements products using KMDS/CAMs.
• Perform mission analysis and brief requirements approval documents.

Skills

Analytical skills

Coordination skills

Knowledge of JCIDS/ACIDS

Experience in readiness and logistics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

KMDS/CAMs

Job description

Job Title: Senior Analysts

Location: DC Metro Area

This is an Onsite Position

Opportunity Overview

CORTEK seeks highly qualified Senior Analysts to support Army capability development and integration efforts. This Key Personnel role involves conducting strategic analysis, developing options for warfighting capabilities, and supporting senior Army decision‑making processes. Candidates must have deep expertise in JCIDS/ACIDS standards, Army policy, and force modernization.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis and provide options for warfighting capability development, rapid prototyping, and modernization
• Support the development and refinement of Army policies and procedures in accordance with AR 71-9 and CJCSI 5123.01
• Develop and brief recommendations to improve requirements determination and materiel delivery processes
• Analyze and support validation of Army and Joint requirements documents (e.g., A-CDD, ICD, IS-CDD, DCRs)
• Advise AROC Working Groups on JCIDS/ACIDS policy and briefing standards
• Assist in the setup and execution of AROCs, ARBs, ACBs, FCBs, JCBs, and JROCs
• Prepare EXSUMs, JROCMs/AROCMs, and approval documentation
• Coordinate staffing and integration of requirements products using KMDS/CAMs
• Perform mission analysis and brief requirements approval documents

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
• TS/SCI clearance is mandatory
• Strong analytical and coordination skills in readiness and logistics environments
• Familiarity with JCIDS, ACIDS, CCIDS, and Army capability development processes

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‑SCI 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

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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.