Entry Level Analyst

We are seeking highly motivated individuals with a strong work ethic to supportUS Government major Acquisition programs and projects. The position requiresno experience but an interest in data analytics and visualization, financialanalysis, cost analysis and budget formulation. Successful candidates will haveexcellent communication, quantitative, research, and analytical skills. Responsibilities Data Analytics Analyze monthly Integrated Program Management Reports, including IPMR/IPMDAR submissions and supporting cost and schedule data. Examine program-performance information to identify unfavorable trends, emerging issues, and areas requiring management attention. Apply forecasting and analytical methods to estimate future program performance. Integrate information from program management, scheduling, finance, engineering, and risk-management sources. Validate contractor or program-office data for completeness, accuracy, consistency, and compliance with reporting requirements. Convert large or complicated datasets into well-structured analyses and actionable recommendations. Support recurring program reviews by explaining performance trends and potential impacts. Use analytical tools such as wInsight, Encore Analytics and Microsoft Office applications. Cost Analysis, Financial Management and Program Management Conduct cost analyses supporting Life Cycle Cost Estimates, Program Office budgets, contract proposals, and other requested cost products. Develop independent government cost estimates and ad hoc estimates to support acquisition, budgeting, and program-management decisions. Provide analytical support for program controls, financial reporting, budget development, and funds execution. Monitor program cost performance and assess whether work is being completed within approved budgets and performance baselines. Analyze monthly cost, schedule, and technical-performance data to identify trends, variances, risks, and emerging financial issues. Integrate financial data with schedule, technical, risk, and program-performance information to provide a comprehensive view of program status. Develop and assess forecasts for estimated costs at completion, remaining program requirements, funding needs, and potential budget shortfalls. Support the preparation, review, and analysis of Program Office budgets, spend plans, execution reports, and funding requirements. Evaluate contractor proposals, cost estimates, and supporting data for reasonableness, completeness, consistency, and compliance with program requirements. Analyze the financial effects of schedule delays, technical issues, scope changes, risks, and opportunities. Provide cost and financial analysis across individual programs, contracts, work breakdown structures, or broader portfolios. Translate complex cost, budget, and program-performance information into clear findings, recommendations, and decision-ready reporting products. Support baseline development, change control, risk and opportunity management, and corrective-action planning. Use analytical tools such as ACEIT, Excel and other Microsoft Office applications Skills Required 24 semester hours of quantitative course work (mathematics, statistics, engineering, physics, chemistry, etc.) Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint) Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance Salary Range: $55,000 - $75,000 /Year depending on experience and qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences. Full-Time SecurityClearance Entry-Level On-site We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes: Health & Welfare Company Paid Major Medical Insurance for employees and family members Dental Insurance for employees and family members Vision Insurance for employees (employee-paid for family members) Group Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Travel Accident Insurance Long-Term Disability Voluntary Short-Term Disability Supplemental Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax deferrals for health care expenses) Retirement Money Purchase Pension Plan - 100% Company funded defined contribution retirement plan. One-year entry waiting period and 5-year vesting. Core Funds available and a self-directed brokerage account option. Employee Stock Ownership Plan - 100% Company funded discretionary contribution. 100% vested after one-year entry waiting period. Time Off Tecolote’s generous paid time off benefits give employees the flexibility they need to relax, recharge and take care of the unexpected. Holidays Jury Duty/Witness Leave Military Leave Location WNY Maritime Office 1220 12th Street SE, Suite 270 Washington, District of Columbia 20003-3729 #J-18808-Ljbffr Tecolote Research, Inc.