Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field with 5+ years of experience, or high school diploma with 10+ years of relevant experience
DoD TOP SECRET clearance required
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Experience in strategic planning for S&T cooperation with DoD and external organizations
Proven track record in technical program management
Experience in reviewing reports for program/project objectives
Skilled in delivering briefings and presentations to government agencies
Responsibilities
Enhance S&T cooperation between DoD and external organizations through strategic planning
Manage technical programs and monitor their progress
Contribute to program development and implementation
Review reports to ensure alignment with program objectives
Prepare and deliver briefings to research sponsors and government agencies
Benefits
Flexible telecommuting options when approved
Opportunity to work on high-assurance computer security systems
Engagement with various Communities of Interest and Working Groups
Support for professional development and growth within the organization
Full Job Description
The Mission Concepts and Capabilities Division (MCC) of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking a motivated, energetic Program Analyst to support the government in the development and application of high-assurance computer security systems hardware and software. This contingent position, expected to start late spring or early summer 2025, will support provide support on-site in the National Capital Region, from ARA facilities, and via telecommuting when approved.
In this position, the successful candidate will
Provide strategic planning and implementation to enhance S&T cooperation between DoD and external organizations
Provide technical program management, contribute to program development, and monitor program progress
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or related discipline and 5+ years of related experience OR high school diploma and 10+ years of directly relevant experience
DoD TOP SECRET clearance
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Experience providing strategic planning and implementation to enhance S&T cooperation between DoD and external organizations
Experience reviewing reports to ensure progress is accomplished toward program/project objectives and deliverables
Experience providing technical program management
Experience providing briefing/presentations to research sponsors and other government agencies on program development and progress
Desired Qualifications:
Master's degree in computer science or related discipline and three (3) or more years of related experience
Experience supporting various Communities of Interest (COIs) and Working Groups, such as Counter IED, Space and Arctic Communities of Interest, Automatic Target Recognition Working Group, Sensors and Processing Community of Interest and EW and Cyber Communities of Interest
Experience in the management of programs to ensure implementation and prescribed activities are completed in accordance with specified objectives
Experience planning and executing meetings and forums between program technical POCs, and preparing agendas and background briefings pertinent to the topics for discussion
Please apply at www.careers.ara.com for the Program Analyst position.
About Applied Research Associates Inc
Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is an employee-owned research and engineering company that provides technical solutions to complex problems in various fields, including defense, homeland security, intelligence, transportation, and energy. The company was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Albuquerque, NM. ARA has over 1,600 employees and operates from more than 20 locations across the United States and Canada. The company's services include research and development, engineering, testing and evaluation, and consulting.
