Program Analyst

Global Skills X-Change

$88K — $105K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
  • 5+ years of experience in program support within DoD or Intelligence Community.
  • 4 years of experience collaborating with Subject Matter Experts in defense or intelligence.
  • 4 years of program or management analyst experience focusing on business operations.
  • Strong skills in developing training materials, data analysis, and project reporting.
  • Familiarity with certification standards and high-stakes assessments.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of SharePoint and OneDrive preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Advise the government Program Manager on program activities and taskings.
  • Manage CDASA program taskings and maintain a master task tracker tool.
  • Guide the development of CDASA certification program policies and procedures.
  • Oversee design, development, and evaluation of certification programs.
  • Provide expertise to the CDASA Governance Council on certification and accreditation.
  • Ensure compliance with government and NCCA accreditation standards.
  • Prepare presentations and graphical products for program activities.

Benefits

  • Work in a standard on-site office environment at DIA HQ.
  • Hybrid work schedule with two days on-site and three days remote.
  • Access to necessary resources and networks for optimal performance.
  • Minimal travel requirements, primarily local if any.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Program Analyst, Certified DoD All-Source Analysis Professional Certification Program

Department:

Solutions, Services, and Capabilities (SSC)

Job Status:

Full Time (40+ hrs.)

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Reports To:

Sr. Technical Director, MAP

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (core hours 9am-3pm)

Amount of Travel Required:

Work Location:

Client Site

Citizenship Status:

U.S. Citizen

Clearance:

TS/SCI w/Poly

Start Date: Depending on contract award

Summary

The Program Analyst for the Certified Department of Defense All-Source Analysis (CDASA) Professional Certification Program provides certification subject matter expertise, guidance, and advice to the government client in support of program activities. The Program Analyst oversees program taskings in direct support of the CDASA Program Manager, leads CDASA certification program strategic communications initiatives, and develops appropriate and compliant content for all certification program documents, and websites. Requires an active TS/SCI clearance with a Counterintelligence polygraph.

Job Description
  • Advise the government Program Manager for the CDASA Professional Certification Program on program activities, communications, and taskings. Prepare for and participate in certification program meetings and other activities. 20%
  • Manage CDASA program taskings, maintain the master task tracker tool, and provide weekly and monthly status update to the Program Manager. 20%
  • Guide development of CDASA Certification Program policy and operating procedures. Integrate with the CDASA Program Management Office to ensure seamless and efficient operational processes related to delivery of the certification exam. 20%
  • Oversee program design, development, implementation, evaluation, and updates for current and emerging CDASA certification programs, to include updating program processes, policies, documents, and websites. 10%
  • Provide certification and accreditation subject matter expertise to the CDASA Governance Council. 10%
  • Ensure compliance with government and National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) accreditation standards. 10%
  • Prepare presentations, spreadsheets, and other graphical products to support CDASA program activities. 10%


Requirements:
  • Five (5) or more years of experience providing program support in the DoD and/or Intelligence Community, specifically using consulting and interpersonal skills to develop relationships and networks in support of program goals.
  • Four (4) years of experience working alongside Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) within the Department or Defense and/or the Intelligence Community.
  • Four (4) years of experience as a program analyst, management analyst, or similar role providing business operations support to include oral and written communications.
  • Experience developing training materials, analyzing data, using databases, and creating project reports.
  • Knowledge of certification program standards, assessment instruments, training needs, survey design, and high-stakes assessments.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, time management, and report writing skills.
  • Understanding of certification programs and applications to help organizations share and manage content (such as SharePoint and OneDrive).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products.


Other Requirements
  • The Program Analyst's work schedule is directed by the CDASA government lead. Current working conditions are:
    • The government client provides a standard on-site office workspace environment at Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) Headquarters (HQ) on Joint Base Anacostia Bolling (JBAB).
    • The on-site workspace includes all resources needed to perform all required functions. Work is conducted during normal daytime work hours (7am to 5pm).
  • The Program Analyst currently works two days on-site at DIA HQ, with access to the unclassified Non-Secure Internet Protocol Router Network (NIPRNet), the Secure Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNet), and the Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications System (JWICS).
  • The Program Analyst currently works three days remotely from home using GSX-dedicated communications and government-provided access to email and chat capability (via Microsoft Teams).
  • This work schedule is authorized by DIA and the CDASA Program Manager and is subject to change as directed by the client.
  • Travel is possible but current requirement is minimal.
  • Institute for Credentialing Excellence Credentialing Specialist Certificate (preferred).

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.

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