Senior Management Analyst

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. Coordinate staff actions across the organization to ensure unity of effort .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeDistrict of Columbia • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management, process improvement, and operational alignment within defense agencies, leveraging strong analytical skills and leadership capabilities to drive organizational success.

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Program Management ExperiencePMI Professional In Business Analysis CertificationProcess Improvement ManagementData Analysis And ReportingMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Program ManagementProcess ImprovementData AnalysisRequirements TraceabilityUser Acceptance TestingDatabase DesignOperational AlignmentProject ManagementFile ManagementLogistics Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationCollaborationOrganizational SkillsFacilitation

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Project

Certifications & Qualifications

PMI Professional In Business Analysis CertificationMaster's Degree

Industry Keywords

Defense AgenciesGovernment ContractingBudgetingCost ManagementLogistics

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Unity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate staff actions across the organization to ensure unity of effort
Capture, track, disseminate, coordinate, and submit responses to suspense actions from higher headquarters
Track internal actions, directives, milestones, schedules, and major briefing packages, including Quarterly Program Reviews
Track personnel training and certifications and report monthly status to leadership and higher headquarters
Lead continuous process improvement using a structured framework aligned with Baldrige criteria
Review and enhance standard operating procedures, workflows, and service-level agreements
Support organizational examinations and assessments by documenting operational and strategic alignment
Facilitate workforce subject-matter-expert sessions and prepare recommendations for leadership
Plan leadership sessions, develop agendas, and drive productive outcomes
Document meetings, gather feedback, and finalize updates to procedures, policies, workflows, and process strategies
Prepare business and functional requirements for technology solutions
Coordinate data collection and system testing, including requirements traceability, user acceptance testing, and metrics report testing
Support IT outcomes such as database design, data-flow redesign, and improved data-structure understanding
Evaluate organizational readiness for new database or technology solutions
Produce reports summarizing requirements, traceability findings, and user acceptance test results
Identify project requirements, provide governance, and oversee continuous improvement initiatives
Align improvements with enterprise metrics, prioritize opportunities, improve workflows, identify risks and mitigations, and document implemented value
Integrate contract requirements with program/project management activities and coordinate with FSD, SPD capital planning, and WHS governance structures
Review and update processes and standard operating procedures annually
Provide monthly updates on activities, process improvements, and program progress
Conduct research, analysis, and product development related to manpower studies, organizational reviews, and restructuring efforts
Assess organizational and management structures and potential alternatives for SPD entities
Deliver executive summaries, briefings, or case studies presenting recommendations and findings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active Secret clearance required
U.S. Citizen required
Master's Degree or above
PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PBA) Certification or equivalent required
Minimum 20 years of program management experience, including supervisory leadership supporting planning, development, integration, and execution of major research, engineering, and technology development programs for defense agencies
Skilled in managing multiple tasks from higher headquarters
Skilled in managing program management activities and supporting operations
Experience supporting a Project Office in daily operations and execution
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project
Experience preparing briefings and presenting data to senior DoD and Army leaders
Experience organizing and managing process improvement efforts
Skilled in file management and managing large amounts of data in a shared office environment
Knowledge of government contracting, budgeting, cost, and logistics