Strategic Operations Research Analyst - Cost & Modeling

Defense Information Systems Agency; Illinois; On-site; USD 129,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) seeks a cost analysis and rate development professional. The role focuses on data analysis, cost modeling, and strategic planning to support budget and decision-making across DISA services.

The position emphasizes quantitative methods, rate development, and collaboration with OCFO and other divisions to ensure sound financial management and mission support.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent coursework in operations research, mathematics, statistics, or related field.
• At least 3 of 24 hours must be in calculus.
• Experience applying quantitative methods to evaluate complex data.

Responsibilities

• Data Analysis: analyze program data to identify patterns and insights.
• Modeling: develop cost estimates, methods, and projections.
• Problem Solving: apply analytical methods to support resource allocation.
• Strategy and Planning: engage with DISA divisions to provide data-driven insights.
• Rate Development: support and propose cost recovery models and rates.

Skills

Quantitative Analysis

Financial Analysis

Problem Solving

Strategic Planning

Education

Operations Research degree or 24 semester hours in OR/math/stats with calculus

Tools

ACEIT

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Power BI

R Studio

Python

Job description

Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) seeks a cost analysis and rate development professional. The role focuses on data analysis, cost modeling, and strategic planning to support budget and decision-making across DISA services.

The position emphasizes quantitative methods, rate development, and collaboration with OCFO and other divisions to ensure sound financial management and mission support.