Budget Analyst

Systems Planning and Analysis • Chantilly, VA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues, with over 50 years of business expertise. The Space and Intelligence Division provides professional services to the US Space Force, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and NASA, including enterprise architectural assessments, systems engineering and integration, test, planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, acquisition support, and cybersecurity. The Intelligence Programs Group (IPG), part of SPA’s Space and Intelligence Division, specializes in systems engineering and trusted advisory services to the Space and National Intelligence community, utilizing mission-proven, data-driven advisory tools and capabilities. This group provides highly technical support to ensure the government acquires cutting edge technology necessary for National Defense, with a portfolio including NGA, NRO, and NASA. SPA has an immediate need for a Budget Analyst to support the financial planning, execution, and analysis of program budgets across the GED portfolio.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with a Polygraph at time of application
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management, budget analysis, or a related discipline
• Demonstrated knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and compliance requirements
• Expertise in financial systems and software with strong Excel and database management skills
• Experience with variance analysis, fiscal planning, and policy compliance in a federal or IC environment
• Ability to report to designated work location in Chantilly, VA, up to full time, based on the needs of the customer

Nice To Haves

• Budget/Program Controls experience within one or more of the NRO's Ds & Os
• Understanding of and experience with the development of the NRO's annual budget formation process (from a D&O budget / with program controls perspective)
• Experience with the NRO's TIER action system process

Responsibilities

• Support the financial planning, execution, and analysis of program budgets across the GED portfolio.
• Support senior leadership and business staff in budget formulation, justification, execution, and review.
• Develop and present fiscal recommendations, including resource allocations and corrective actions.
• Prepare and review fiscal artifacts and budget documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct variance analyses and monitor resource allocations to ensure compliance with established policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees