Jr. Strategic Consultant, Engineering
Systems Planning & Analysis
Alexandria, VA0–2 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Junior Strategy Advisor to support systems engineering (SE) and testing and evaluation (T&E) programs for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The role involves advanced analysis and problem-solving within a specialized field, developing and recommending solutions, and applying subject-matter expertise.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate complex issues, develop and recommend solutions.
- Apply deep subject-matter expertise to real-world challenges.
- Potential focus areas include economic and behavioral analysis, data analytics, biometric analysis, CBR defense capabilities, communication and network systems, business process reengineering, performance management, statistical process control, organizational assessment, modeling and simulation, strategic and business planning, change management, organizational development, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and decision support.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Systems Engineering Lifecycle
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain DHS Suitability.
Qualifications
- Master's degree or equivalent credits/certifications.
- Experience providing strategic guidance and exposure to systems engineering.
- Familiarity with the Systems Engineering Lifecycle and industry standards and best practices.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively, both in written and verbal formats, with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
Desired Qualifications
- DHS Systems Engineering Level 1, DAWIA Engineering and Technical Management Foundational Level 1, and/or INCOSE certification(s).
- Experience in providing assistance to program planning and oversight, exercise development, execution and evaluation; system level analysis; system integration support inclusive of understanding of threats and vulnerability; technical assessment & evaluation to support and complement the Government’s technical experts in applying both acquisition efforts and RDT&E towards accomplishing the DHS mission.
- Prior experience supporting DHS programs.
- Active DHS Suitability.