Acquisition Analyst (Ability to obtain Secret Clearance)

Summary

Science and Technology Junior Acquisition AnalystNorth Edge Technology is looking for a Science and Technology (S&T) Junior Acquisition Analyst to perform programmatic and outreach duties associated with S&T requirements for defense agencies. Qualified candidates must fully understand Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) and Information Analysis Center (IAC) mission needs and maintain awareness of the priorities of DTIC/IAC users. The applicant will have the opportunity to work directly with priorities and projects conducted in collaboration with the Federal government, the private sector, and industry partners within the intelligence, defense, and homeland security communities. He/she will support the conduct of research, requirements development, contract data analysis, and operational support to address current IAC's operational needs and DoW-wide, identified capability gaps. The ideal candidate possesses acquisition, science & technology, engineering, data analysis, and project management experience in DoW R&D and S&T environment and strong interest in accelerating technical and information sharing capabilities. Excellent analytical, organizational, management, and communication skills are required.To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!ResponsibilitiesSupport the acquisition planning and strategy development as a part of the DoW IAC's R&D requirements development teamDevelop / write R&D requirements in collaboration with requirement owners while assisting with the requirements package development and review processSupport functional development and implementation of quality control and assurance process.Provide coordination with the appropriate Information Analysis Centers (IACs) and maintain the currency and accuracy of collected dataSupport continuous process improvement activitiesSupport the review of independent studies, policy, and programmatic documents that relate to the operation of each IACAssist in identifying program risks and controlsSupport continuous process improvement activitiesProvide fiscal requirements analysis and funding strategy supportResearch and provide definitive raw analysis of client's multiple programs portfolio of current capabilities, requirements, and technical initiatives to enable and propose strategic enhancements by recommending solutions to enable rapid capability developmentSupport any high-level strategic direction data-call requests for performance measures, trending analysis, metrics, feasibility studies, and change requestsQualificationsBachelor's-degree and preferred five (5) years' professional and relevant experience. Military service may be used to substitute degree requirementEligible to Obtain Active Secret ClearanceExperience supporting the S&T and R&D requirements/programs. Training and education equivalent to a bachelor's and required years of experience may be acceptableMust be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret ClearanceExcellent written and verbal communication skills with experience briefing senior executivesHave demonstrated a superior ability in developing effective professional and interpersonal relationships with peers and colleagues across multiple functional groups and external partnersHave demonstrated an ability to balance responsibilities among assigned activities; including the ability to manage transitions effectively from task to task, and proven adaptability to varying customer needsExcellent data analysis skillsExcellent command of English (written and spoken) and presentation skillsExcellent interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including a superior ability to work effectively at the highest levels within an interagency environment on complex issues requiring consensus-building

Job Description

Science and Technology Junior Acquisition AnalystNorth Edge Technology is looking for a Science and Technology (S&T) Junior Acquisition Analyst to perform programmatic and outreach duties associated with S&T requirements for defense agencies. Qualified candidates must fully understand Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) and Information Analysis Center (IAC) mission needs and maintain awareness of the priorities of DTIC/IAC users. The applicant will have the opportunity to work directly with priorities and projects conducted in collaboration with the Federal government, the private sector, and industry partners within the intelligence, defense, and homeland security communities. He/she will support the conduct of research, requirements development, contract data analysis, and operational support to address current IAC's operational needs and DoW-wide, identified capability gaps. The ideal candidate possesses acquisition, science & technology, engineering, data analysis, and project management experience in DoW R&D and S&T environment and strong interest in accelerating technical and information sharing capabilities. Excellent analytical, organizational, management, and communication skills are required.To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!ResponsibilitiesSupport the acquisition planning and strategy development as a part of the DoW IAC's R&D requirements development teamDevelop / write R&D requirements in collaboration with requirement owners while assisting with the requirements package development and review processSupport functional development and implementation of quality control and assurance process.Provide coordination with the appropriate Information Analysis Centers (IACs) and maintain the currency and accuracy of collected dataSupport continuous process improvement activitiesSupport the review of independent studies, policy, and programmatic documents that relate to the operation of each IACAssist in identifying program risks and controlsSupport continuous process improvement activitiesProvide fiscal requirements analysis and funding strategy supportResearch and provide definitive raw analysis of client's multiple programs portfolio of current capabilities, requirements, and technical initiatives to enable and propose strategic enhancements by recommending solutions to enable rapid capability developmentSupport any high-level strategic direction data-call requests for performance measures, trending analysis, metrics, feasibility studies, and change requestsQualificationsBachelor's-degree and preferred five (5) years' professional and relevant experience. Military service may be used to substitute degree requirementEligible to Obtain Active Secret ClearanceExperience supporting the S&T and R&D requirements/programs. Training and education equivalent to a bachelor's and required years of experience may be acceptableMust be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret ClearanceExcellent written and verbal communication skills with experience briefing senior executivesHave demonstrated a superior ability in developing effective professional and interpersonal relationships with peers and colleagues across multiple functional groups and external partnersHave demonstrated an ability to balance responsibilities among assigned activities; including the ability to manage transitions effectively from task to task, and proven adaptability to varying customer needsExcellent data analysis skillsExcellent command of English (written and spoken) and presentation skillsExcellent interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including a superior ability to work effectively at the highest levels within an interagency environment on complex issues requiring consensus-building