Cost Analyst, Senior

Your growth matters to us - explore our career development opportunities. BE EMPOWERED TO SUCCEED Connect with others in our people-first culture and enhance our collective ingenuity. SUPPORT YOUR WELLBEING Learn how we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life. YOUR CANDIDATE JOURNEY Discover what to expect during your journey as a candidate with us. Operations Research Analyst – Cost Analyst, Senior Do you want to use your financial, analytical, and statistical skills to help the U.S. Navy and other military clients get the most out of their funding to protect our national security? As an Operations Research Analyst, you will review complex financial and cost data, build cost analysis models, perform cost‑benefit and cost‑savings analyses, and design leadership presentations and dashboards. You will work as part of a cross‑functional team with clients to translate program requirements into cost estimates by gathering data, documenting assumptions, and developing Program Office Estimates and Independent Government Cost Estimates. You’ll build dashboards with modern visualization tools, develop cost and risk analyses using Monte Carlo simulation software such as Crystal Ball, and use data science to provide meaningful insight into the data. You will help introduce and recommend new ideas and solutions to clients that deliver visible insights with tangible results while being part of a supportive team that always helps and roots you on. If you are ready for an opportunity to apply and grow your data‑analysis skills, there is a place for you at Booz Allen. Bring your analytical mindset and passion for change to help transform the U.S. military! What You’ll Work On: Review complex financial and cost data; build cost analysis models; perform cost‑benefit and cost‑savings analyses; design leadership presentations and dashboards. Work on complex financial and cost models extending across program lifecycles for major government clients. Build, manage, and improve complex financial and cost models, including Program Office Estimates, Independent Government Cost Estimates, and other cost and ad hoc models. Conduct advanced statistical analysis using scripting languages such as Python or R. Analyze spend plans and budget inputs; develop program briefs and acquisition documentation; perform what‑if and economic analyses; participate in programmatic meetings. Present data to leadership through interactive dashboards using Tableau or Power BI for real‑time decision‑making. Develop defensible estimates to help customers navigate reviews, approvals, and program planning processes. You Have: 5+ years of experience performing detailed cost or financial estimation, analysis, or forecasting. Ability to develop spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel using complex logic‑based formulas, including VLOOKUPs or HLOOKUPs. Ability to apply statistical analysis to forecast future outcomes or inform decisions. Secret clearance. Bachelor’s degree. Nice If You Have: Experience working on a team in a multi‑disciplinary, collaborative environment. Experience assisting with budget planning, budget preparation, and budget execution for acquisition programs. Experience with the U.S. government, DoD, or U.S. Navy. Experience with Crystal Ball, Tableau, Power BI, Power Query, Python, or R. Master’s degree in Operations Research, Economics, STEM, or a related field. PCEA, CCEA, SCEC, or PMP certification. Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required. Compensation and Benefits: Salary range: $69,300.00 to $158,000.00 (annualized USD). Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible for Booz Allen’s benefits program, which includes health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. Your posting will close within 90 days from the posting date. EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law. #J-18808-Ljbffr