Senior Research Analyst

Akima; Williamsburg (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LDRM, a joint venture that includes Akima, is seeking a Senior Research Analyst to support fraud prevention for the Department of State. The role emphasizes gathering information from diverse sources, analyzing case data, and ensuring data integrity for pre-adjudication work, on-site in Williamsburg, KY.

Ideal candidates will have at least one year as a Mid-Level Research Analyst, a DoS Research Certification, and the ability to travel for training.

Qualifications

• One year experience as a Mid-Level Research Analyst.
• Must possess Full Research Certification from the Department of State.
• Must be available to travel for training and familiarization purposes.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to draft analytical memoranda.
• Analytical skills and attention to detail to identify trends.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong computer and organizational skills and prioritization abilities.
• Identify areas for workflow and quality improvement within the FPU.
• Capable of choosing methods to process complex cases and guide others.
• Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction.
• U.S. citizen and able to obtain/maintain a Secret clearance.
• Able to complete a 10-year criminal and credit history background check.
• Able to complete a computer-based Writing Sample.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on cases prior to adjudication by gathering information from multiple sources.
• Perform analyses to identify fraudulent activity related to cases.
• Evaluate data sets and interpret relevance of data for case assignments.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy before entry into recordkeeping systems.
• Write reports that summarize research findings clearly and concisely.
• Coordinate with DOS personnel and other agencies for information sharing.
• Handle Law Enforcement Sensitive information appropriately.
• Analyze petitions to identify trends and improve future research.
• Monitor progress to meet production and quality goals and provide status updates.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Written & oral communication

Teamwork

Organization skills

Prioritization

Education

Full Research Certification (DoS)

Job description

LDRM is looking for a Senior Research Analyst to work in Williamsburg, KY.

Sr. FPU Research Analysts provide fraud prevention information and support to overseas posts effectively and efficiently, while supporting the goals and priorities of our Federal Government client.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on cases prior to these being sent for adjudication by gathering information from a variety of sources, including but not limited to: visa petitions, applications, and supporting documents; the internet; telephone calls; government, commercial, and open-source databases.
• Perform analyses on research conducted and information received from various locations in an effort to identify possible fraudulent activity related to cases.
• Evaluate data sets and interprets the relevance of data gathered including numerical statistics, legal documents, and open-source material with regard to case assignments.
• Ensure the integrity of recordkeeping systems and the veracity of data collected prior to entering the data into the recordkeeping systems.
• Write reports in a clear and concise manner that summarize the information gathered and identified during research.
• Coordinate and network with DOS personnel, other government agencies, and coworkers to facilitate information sharing on cases that involve fraud or potential criminal activity.
• Appropriately handle Law Enforcement Sensitive (LES) information.
• Perform analyses on petitions being returned to identify trends that may be useful in future research that is being conducted prior to the cases being sent overseas. Identify errors and areas for improvement in memos associated with these petitions.
• Maintain a working knowledge of a variety of resources that pertain to the eligibility requirements.
• Work closely with the Supervisor to:
  • Monitor and evaluate daily progress to help meet production and quality goals to ensure timely deliverables.
  • Track progress of activities and provide assistance where needed in order to achieve objectives and providing feedback and/or status updates to the Supervisor or Unit Manager (UM).
  • Develop and conduct trainings and refresher trainings of Research Analysts in coordination with the Supervisor.
  • Conduct and provide feedback to Supervisor pertaining to internal quality audits.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned to advance the FPU's mission of supporting pre-adjudication as it relates to cases.
• Train Research Analysts until proficiency is reached.
• Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.

Qualifications

• One year experience as a Mid-Level Research Analyst in good standing.
• Must possess Full Research Certification from the Department of State demonstrating the ability to draft research memorandum in a manner which meets the standards and expectations of the Department of State.
• Must be available to travel for training and familiarization purposes.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills to draft effective analytical memoranda, reports and presentations, and to disseminate information to a wide audience.
• Must possess analytical skills and attention to detail to successfully analyze and evaluate trends.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work independently and as a member of the team to effectively interact with personnel at all levels.
• Must possess strong computer and organizational skills and be able to prioritize simultaneous workflow duties.
• Must demonstrate the ability to identify areas for improvement in the workflow and quality within the FPU.
• Must be capable of choosing between varying methods and procedures to process complex cases and provide guidance to mid-level research analysts.
• Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance.
• Must successfully complete a comprehensive 10-year criminal and credit history background check.
• Must successfully complete a computer-based assessment Writing Sample.

Physical Demands And Work Environment

• Mainly office but may also include all other work environments as required.

Job ID

2026-25885

Work Type

On-Site

Company Description

LDRM, a joint venture comprised of Lockwood Hills Federal, an Akima company, and DTSV, is not just another technical support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

Work Where it Matters

LDRM, a joint venture comprised of Lockwood Hills Federal, an Akima company, and DTSV, is not just another technical support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

For our shareholders,

LDRM provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers,

LDRM provides technical, operational, and administrative support services to federal agencies, including Department of State and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

As an LDRM employee,

you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

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