Competitive Acquisition Pathfinder Analyst with Security Clearance

2 weeks ago


Arlington, United States SPA Full time

Overview Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter . Come work with the best We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues. The Acquisition and Technology Analysis Group within JOID specializes in the application of multi-disciplinary analytic skills to support multiple clients within the Department of Defense (DoD). These clients include the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD(R&E)), Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSD(A&S)), DARPA, the Joint Staff, and USINDOPACOM. SPA provides critical decision support to enabling and executing a strategy of technological superiority and enabling the delivery and sustainment of secure, resilient, and preeminent capabilities to the warfighter quickly and cost effectively. Our team of experienced military, technical, and operations research analysts is skilled in evaluating military problems, identifying the driving factors, devising innovative approaches, collecting applicable data, developing necessary software tools, and performing thorough and timely assessments to inform technology and acquisition governance decisions to ensure U.S. military forces retain military superiority in the future. We have a near-term need for a Senior Acquisition Analyst to support the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Acquisition Integration and Interoperability (AI2) in the coordination and executive of the Competitive Acquisition Pathfinder series. This role is located onsite at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA. Responsibilities The Senior Acquisition Analyst will support DASD(AI2) in the execution of Competitive Acquisition Pathfinders (CAPs), which are designed to identify disconnects among the three legs of delivering warfighter advantage: Requirements (Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System), Resourcing (Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution), and Program Management. The candidate will communication and collaborate with stakeholders across OSD, Joint Staff, Military Departments/Services, and the Combatant Commands. This will include documenting lessons learned, process barriers, and opportunities to reform the acquisition process in order to deliver warfighting capabilities in a timely manner. Qualifications Required: * 7+ years of relevant experience with the Defense Acquisition System, JCIDS, and PPBE processes * Bachelor's degree * Demonstrated experience conducting technical analysis and assessments in support of portfolio management * Experience with developmental testing and operational testing of prototype systems * Experience developing executive-level briefings, information memorandum, and white papers * Ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel, and industry partners * Ability to work both independently and in teams to meet mission objectives * Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility Desired: * Master's degree



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