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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in cost estimating for communications, sensor, and surveillance systems, with proficiency in developing life cycle cost estimates and conducting sensitivity analyses. Strong communication skills are essential for presenting findings and collaborating with stakeholders.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Cost EstimatingLife Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCEs)Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs)Microsoft ExcelICEAA Certification
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Hard Skills
Cost EstimatingLife Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCEs)Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs)Sensitivity AnalysisUncertainty Analysis
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsProblem SolvingTeam-Oriented
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft SharePointPowerBIACEITCrystal Ball
Certifications & Qualifications
ICEAA CertificationAACE Certification
Industry Keywords
DHS Headquarters StandardsGAO Cost Assessment GuideU.S. Customs and Border ProtectionGovernment Background Investigation
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Perform cost estimating for communications, sensor, and surveillance systems and supporting infrastructure
- Develop and update life cycle cost estimates (LCCEs), independent government cost estimates (IGCEs), ad hoc estimates, and analyses
- Conduct sensitivity and uncertainty analyses
- Participate in program meetings and technical interchanges to remain current with program requirements
- Review and reconcile estimates developed by other contractors
- Present estimate results through verbal presentations, narrative reports, and briefing charts
- Generate estimates according to DHS Headquarters and GAO Cost Assessment Guide standards
- Provide cost information supporting contract awards, budgetary cycle inputs, investment decisions, and reporting to Congress, OMB, and other stakeholders
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business, management, finance, math, engineering, or a related discipline
- 3–10 years plus of experience
- Relevant cost estimating certifications with ICEAA or AACE desired
- Previous work with CBP or DHS is a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and PowerBI
- Experience with ACEIT and Crystal Ball software is a plus
- Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of stakeholders
- Ability to effectively solve problems
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written
- Team-oriented, positive attitude in a dynamic environment
- Ability to pass a government background investigation, including financial, criminal, residential, educational, foreign affiliation, prohibited substance use, and employment verifications
- Active U.S. Customs and Border Protection background investigation preferred
- Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a suitability determination