Systems Analyst

US Office of the Director of National Intelligence; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

US Office of the Director of National Intelligence is seeking qualified candidates for a role within the Policy & Capabilities Directorate. The position requires a solid academic background in an analytical field and demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects while effectively communicating with all levels of management.

Successful applicants will apply a broad range of analytical tools to research, analyze, and present findings, and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to address

Qualifications

• Academic background in engineering, operations research, systems analysis, or related analytical field with multi-method research training.
• Excellent ability to manage sensitive issues and lead complex technical projects.
• Strong oral and written communication to convey complex information at all management levels.
• Ability to develop and apply analytical tools and methods to research, analyze, and present findings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/OR/Systems Analysis

Job description

The Policy & Capabilities (PC) Directorate ensures the IC is best postured for the threats and challenges of an uncertain future, through strategy, policy, and capabilities development. PC is comprised of the Strategic Capabilities Office (SCO) and Policy Strategy and Accountability (PSA) Office.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Academic background (e.g. Bachelor's of Science) in engineering, operations research, systems analysis, a related analytical field, or social science with multi-method research training.
• Superior interpersonal, technical, and analytical skills required to effectively manage sensitive issues and expert ability to plan, lead, and implement complex technical projects.
• Superior oral and written communications skills, including ability to clearly convey complex information and ideas at all levels of management.
• Superior ability to develop and apply a broad range of analytical tools and approaches to research, analyze, and present findings, conclusions, and recommendations on complex issues (systems analysis, statistical methods, operations research, etc.).

Desired Requirements:

• Expert knowledge of the IC and its components, missions, and interrelationships, including the ability to lead broad-based teams regarding key IC issues.
• Previous experience briefing senior IC leadership, OMB, and Congressional staffers.