Senior Program Analyst: Defense Acquisition & Governance

Defense Information Systems Agency; Fort Meade (MD); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Information Systems Agency in Fort Meade, MD seeks a senior leader to drive strategic portfolio governance and major program reviews under Direct Hire Authority. The role oversees budget formulation, cost-estimating models, and acquisition strategy to support warfighter capabilities with strict fiscal compliance.

The incumbent will liaise with DoD offices and senior leaders, refine governance standards, and ensure alignment with agency priorities.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience: leading analytical studies to evaluate major programs and develop strategic recommendations.
• Experience in resource management: cost analysis, budget formulation, contract management, or strategic resource planning.
• Must demonstrate knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the announced position; provide evidence in the resume.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic portfolio governance and major acquisition reviews with the CAE.
• Direct acquisition strategies, budget formulation, and cost-estimating models across complex programs.
• Establish acquisition policies, governance standards and roadmaps; chair milestone review boards.

Education

Finance / Accounting / Management / Actuarial degree

Job description

Defense Information Systems Agency in Fort Meade, MD seeks a senior leader to drive strategic portfolio governance and major program reviews under Direct Hire Authority. The role oversees budget formulation, cost-estimating models, and acquisition strategy to support warfighter capabilities with strict fiscal compliance.

The incumbent will liaise with DoD offices and senior leaders, refine governance standards, and ensure alignment with agency priorities.