Senior Operations Research Analyst

CATHEXIS; Washington; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance Bonuses

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan (Traditional and ROTH)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&

Paid Time Off

11 Federal Holidays

Parental Leave

Commuter Benefits

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Program

Community Outreach Initiatives

Job summary

CATHEXIS is seeking a Senior Operations Research Analyst to apply quantitative methods in support of the SSC Task Force and related DoD leadership. The role emphasizes data-driven metrics, decision support tools, and policy analysis for the SSC program portfolio.

The position is onsite daily at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA and requires an Active Secret DoW clearance. A Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field and 8+ years of experience are required or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Active Secret DoW Clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree in Operations Research, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Data Analytics, or related quantitative field (or equivalent).
• Minimum of eight (8) years of professional experience in operations research or data-driven program evaluation.
• Ability to work independently on high-visibility or mission-critical program aspects.
• Strong ability to translate complex data into clear recommendations for senior leadership.
• United States citizenship required to obtain DoW clearance.

Responsibilities

• Formulate quantitative modeling and analytics to support SSC decision-making and policy.
• Develop weighted performance metrics to assess SSC alignment with the National Defense Strategy (NDS).
• Conduct SSC Degree-Granting Cost-Benefit Analysis and evaluate degree-granting authority costs/benefits.
• Develop a Senior Service College Fellowship Program grading metric using weighted factors.
• Analyze Fellowship RPI data and site visit findings against selection criteria for SSC designations.
• Collect and analyze data for SSC Objectives Evaluation and Curriculum assessments.
• Propose dashboard parameters to track ILR and CER for military personnel datasets.
• Develop decision-support tools and models for DASW(SR) and OUSW(P&R) leadership.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Data visualization

MS Excel

SharePoint

Active Secret clearance

US citizenship

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in quantitative field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

R

Job description

Team CATHEXIS elevates the government contracting experience through rapid response, deep skill, and thoughtful problem-solving and communication. Our core capabilities are our top-tier program and project management, data analytics, and audit services, the backbone of which is our integrated approach to operational excellence.

You worked hard to get to where you are. You strive to make every day better than the day before. So do we. Team CATHEXIS operates with an all-in mindset. We are working together to create a company that supports our shared values and individual goals. Our values are centered around leading with integrity, owning the outcome, growing together, and moving with purpose in everything we do for our employees, customers, partners, and communities. We believe success is best when we listen and lead with empathy; model high standards of ethics to provide a rewarding candidate experience; work hard, have fun, and appreciate the strengths we all bring to the team; and empower our employees to create innovative and trusted results.

We are looking for a dynamic Senior Operations Research Analyst to join our team! The Senior Operations Research Analyst will apply quantitative and analytical methods to support the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Strategic Readiness (DASW(SR)), Warfighter Development Division, Warfighter Education Section, developing data-driven metrics, decision support tools, and assessments for the Senior Service College (SSC) Task Force's review of the SSC Fellowship Program and broader SSC portfolio in support of the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Personnel and Readiness (OUSW(P&R)).

This position will be onsite daily at the Pentagon, located in Arlington, VA.

We are proactively building a pipeline of qualified candidates for future anticipated opportunities. If your background aligns with our anticipated needs, a member of our Talent Acquisition team may reach out should a role become available or to proactively screen you for the role.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Formulating and applying quantitative modeling, statistical, and other analytical methods to develop and interpret data supporting Senior Service College (SSC) Task Force decision-making and policy formulation
• Developing and applying weighted performance metrics and grading methodologies to assess SSC alignment with the National Defense Strategy (NDS), including support to the SSC Performance Metrics Development and SSC Rigor Assessment efforts
• Conducting the SSC Degree-Granting Cost-Benefit Analysis, applying quantitative and qualitative methods to evaluate the costs and benefits of continued degree-granting authority
• Developing and applying a Senior Service College (SSC) Fellowship Program grading metric using weighted quantitative and qualitative factors to evaluate fellowship program offerings
• Analyzing Fellowship Request for Program Information (RPI) data and site visit findings against Department selection criteria to support Government assessment and decision-making on Senior Service College Fellowship (SSCF) designations
• Collecting, organizing, and analyzing data in support of the SSC Objectives Evaluation, Faculty Composition Analysis, Curriculum and Warfighting Readiness Assessment, and Governing Body Assessment
• Developing a proposal for the parameters of a dashboard to track Individual Learning Records (ILR) and Career Education Records (CER) for military members, ensuring compatibility with Military Service personnel and manpower systems
• Developing decision support tools, models, and analytic products to assist DASW(SR) and OUSW(P&R) leadership with program evaluation, review, and implementation decisions
• Supporting the review and revision of Outcomes Based Military Education (OBME) Policy and Procedures and DoDI 1322.35, providing quantitative analysis to inform policy recommendations
• Preparing data-driven inputs for annual reports (including the NDAA 557 Report), Government Accountability Office (GAO) report responses, stakeholder reports, and leadership reports to OUSW(P&R), SECWAR, and Congress
• Supporting Warfighter Education Coordination Council (WECC) and Military Education Coordination Council (MECC) engagements with analytic products, briefing materials, and summaries of findings

• Active Secret DoW Clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Operations Research, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related quantitative field (or equivalent professional experience)Active Secret DoW Clearance
• Minimum of eight (8) years of professional experience in operations research, quantitative/statistical analysis, or data-driven program evaluation, to include experience supporting government or military leadership
• Demonstrated ability to perform all functional duties independently on high-visibility or mission-critical program aspects
• Ability to work responsibly and independently with minimal direct supervision, and other duties as assigned
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and data visualization skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear recommendations for senior leadership
• Proficiency with MS Office (including Excel), SharePoint, and standard data analysis tools
• Must be a United States citizen to obtain and maintain a DoW security clearance

• Desired Skills
• Master's degree preferred in a related quantitative field
• Experience supporting OUSW(P&R), DASW(SR), the Joint Staff, or other senior DoW leadership
• Experience developing dashboards or decision-support systems for personnel/manpower data
• Familiarity with DoDI 1322.35, Outcomes Based Military Education (OBME) requirements, and NDAA Title 10 education provisions
• Experience with statistical/analytical software (e.g., Excel modeling, Tableau, Power BI, R, or similar)
• Experience supporting the military, Veterans Administration, or prior military experience

CATHEXIS offers competitive compensation packages to all eligible employees. Our goal is to provide a compensation package that reflects the value you bring to our team, is competitive with national average market rates, and promotes your financial security and personal well-being. The annual salary range for this role is $120,000 - $160,000. Please note that the salary information provided is a general guideline. CATHEXIS considers various factors in its final offer, including location, qualifications, experience, and skills.

• Performance Bonuses
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan (Traditional and ROTH)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off
• 11 Federal Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Program
• Community Outreach Initiatives

CATHEXIS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated againston the basis ofdisability EEO IS THE LAW.If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Recruiting [e-mail]