Senior Decision Analyst

Accenture Federal Services; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 116,900 - 243,100; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services in Arlington, Virginia is seeking a Decision Analyst to apply quantitative analysis and decision science techniques. The ideal candidate has 8 years of experience in business case development along with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, as well as an active TS/SCI clearance. Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive analyses, collaborating across teams, and generating data-driven recommendations for strategic decision-making. The compensation range is $116,900—$243,100 depending on location.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience applying quantitative analysis, statistics, and business case development within large programs.
• Bachelor’s degree (or an additional 4 years of experience).
• Active TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Apply quantitative analysis, statistical modeling, and decision science techniques.
• Conduct comprehensive business case analyses and trade-off studies.
• Collaborate with program managers and engineers to provide data-driven recommendations.

Job description

Job Description

The Decision Analyst will apply quantitative analysis, statistical modeling, and decision science techniques to support strategic decision-making and optimize programmatic investments for the platform. Responsible for conducting comprehensive business case analyses, Analyses of Alternatives (AoAs), and trade‑off studies for proposed technical solutions, architectural changes, and resource allocations. Develop and utilize statistical models, cost‑benefit analyses, and risk assessment frameworks to evaluate different options against performance, cost, and schedule metrics. Collaborate with program managers, engineers, and financial analysts to structure complex problems, quantify uncertainties, and provide data‑driven recommendations that ensure the client program makes the most efficient and effective use of its resources. Generate decision briefs, sensitivity analyses, and outcome forecasts to provide leadership with clear, defensible evidence for strategic choices, ensuring that major programmatic and technical decisions are grounded in rigorous analysis.

Must have

• 8 years of experience applying quantitative analysis, statistics, and business case development within large programs
• Bachelor’s degree (or an additional 4 years of experience)

Security Clearance

• Active TS/SCI clearance

Compensation

Pay range: $116,900—$243,100 USD for California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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Accommodation

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