Junior Acquisition Program Analyst

Spry Methods, Inc.

. Participate in program and product Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), providing subject matter expertise and recommendations .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeQuantico • Virginia • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program support and analysis within a DoD environment, with a strong focus on action-item tracking, documentation, and communication strategies. Proficient in Agile methodologies and tools like JIRA and Microsoft Project to ensure alignment with strategic themes.

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DoD Program SupportAgile MethodologiesJIRA ExperienceMicrosoft Project ProficiencyActive DoD Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Program SupportAction-Item TrackingDocumentation MaintenanceMilestone TrackingAnalysis and Recommendations

Soft Skills

CuriousOrganizedFast Note-Taking

Tools & Technologies

JIRAMicrosoft ProjectAction-Tracking Database

Certifications & Qualifications

Defense Acquisition Workforce Certification

Industry Keywords

MAGTF C2Integrated Product TeamsDoD EnvironmentSAFe

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in program and product Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), providing subject matter expertise and recommendations
Review and maintain documentation recording IPT actions, decisions, and events for each product's Integrated Master Schedule; support Integration Team Working Group and morning stand-up meetings
Analyze information presented and recommend changes, additions, and comments on courses of action affecting MAGTF C2 programs
Build and maintain the MAGTF C2 Action Item and Milestone tracking system, obtain weekly action item status, and brief that status to the IPTs
Support development of communications strategies and business plans that keep portfolio initiatives aligned to strategic themes
Sit on MAGTF C2 Integrated Product Teams led by Government Team Leads, capture actions and decisions, and maintain milestone tracking for leadership briefings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated history of delivering program support or analysis in a DoD environment — 4 years' relevant experience per the Staffing Matrix
Bachelor's degree
Active DoD Secret clearance with ADP-II/IT-2 (T-3) eligibility
Accurate, fast note-taking and action-item tracking discipline
Exposure to Agile or SAFe working environments
Experience with JIRA, Microsoft Project, or an action-tracking database
Interest in pursuing Defense Acquisition Workforce certification
Curious, organized, and unbothered by a room full of acronyms

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical Coverage – Cigna - 4 Options
Dental Coverage – Cigna - PPO Base & Buy-Up Plans
Vision Coverage – Principal - VSP Choice Network
Paid Holidays: Full-time employees receive 11 paid federal holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO) – PTO accrual starts at 15 days per year
Training Benefit – Annual training allowance available toward any job-related training or education
401(k) – Multiple Fund Choices through Fidelity with a company match