Strategic Operations Research Analyst – Defense Cyber

US Defense Threat Reduction Agency; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Threat Reduction Agency seeks a senior program manager to oversee IT initiatives across multiple teams, guiding architecture strategy for resilient networks and advanced technology integration. The role includes managing acquisitions and ensuring cyber security compliance, while communicating complex concepts to executives and non-technical audiences.

Candidates should have a background in operations research or related mathematics/statistics, with substantial experience in program

Qualifications

• Degree: Operations research or 24+ semester hours in operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or related courses, with at least 3 in calculus.
• Combination of education and experience: 24 semester hours in physical science/engineering plus relevant experience or additional education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee broad information technology programs involving multiple performers.
• Drive architectural strategy for high-resilience network environments and software architecture.
• Lead integrated acquisitions (contracts, grants) to fulfill requirements across organizations.
• Oversee cyber security compliance and risk management frameworks.
• Develop and deliver executive-level briefings translating technical content for non-technical audiences.

Education

Operations research

Calculus (3 of 24 credit hours)

Job description

Defense Threat Reduction Agency seeks a senior program manager to oversee IT initiatives across multiple teams, guiding architecture strategy for resilient networks and advanced technology integration. The role includes managing acquisitions and ensuring cyber security compliance, while communicating complex concepts to executives and non-technical audiences.

Candidates should have a background in operations research or related mathematics/statistics, with substantial experience in program