Entry Level Program Cost Analyst

Responsibilities? Program Budgeting & Justification: Prepare, develop, and coordinate the Army Program Budget Briefings (APBB) to provide decision-makers with data necessary to justify and shape funding requests. ? Briefing Development: Develop Procurement (P-Forms), Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (R-Forms), and Program Objective Memorandum (POM) briefings. ? Information Management: Gather cross-functional responses to both external and internal Requests for Information (RFIs). ? Presentations: Develop comprehensive presentations and communicate complex program data effectively to leadership. ? Cost Estimation (Foreign Military Sales): ? Develop Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) for Foreign Military Sales (FMS). ? Develop detailed cost estimates for projected FMS cases in support of forthcoming contract actions. ? Database Management: Obtain cost data to establish and maintain a credible, structured cost database. ? Documentation: Review and integrate vital information for Cost Analysis Requirements Documents (CARDs). ? Stakeholder Collaboration: Interface directly with the Government Program Manager to support all tasks, subtasks, and strategic program direction. Education / Experience / Skills Required ? Quantitative math-based bachelor's degree in fields such as Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Operations Research or related disciplines. ? Must qualify to be granted a Secret Security Clearance. ? Strong analytical skills with great attention to detail. ? Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and work effectively in a team environment. ? Proficiency in Microsoft Excel to include the ability to produce graphs and tables, pivot tables, use spreadsheets efficiently, and perform calculations. ? Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Word and PowerPoint to design reports and present findings. ? Candidate must be a self-starter, highly motivated, able to multi-task and possess excellent interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree is preferred.