DSCA AM&E Analyst

Forge Group, LLC•Arlington, VA

1d•$80,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Forge is seeking a security cooperation analyst to support the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) in meeting assessment, monitoring, and evaluation (AM&E) requirements. The analyst will collaborate with government personnel and contractor analysts across the security cooperation community to develop and execute solutions supporting mutual U.S. and partner interests. The role calls for strategic and analytical judgment, clear written communication, cross-organizational coordination, management of competing priorities, and support for senior-level engagements. The position supports Department of War programmatic reporting, accountability, and executive-level requirements. Work includes collecting and analyzing qualitative and quantitative information; preparing findings and recommendations; developing AM&E strategies and tools; coordinating engagements, initiatives, and events; and preparing executive-level written products. The analyst will also provide administrative and coordination support, protect sensitive information, and comply with applicable security protocols. This is a full-time position located in Arlington, Virginia, with a salary range of $80,000 to $95,000 per year. The role may require 25–50% domestic and international travel, based on client and portfolio needs. Forge describes its work environment as a temperature-controlled office with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment, while also offering alternative work locations and telecommuting as benefits.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
Active DoW SECRET security clearance.
Bachelor’s degree.
Five years of AM&E, capability-based-assessment (CBA), or other relevant experience in one or more listed mission areas: counterterrorism; counter-weapons of mass destruction; counter-illicit drug trafficking; counter-transnational organized crime; maritime and border security; military intelligence; activities contributing to an international coalition operation determined by the Secretary to be in the U.S. national interest; air domain awareness; cyberspace security and defensive cyberspace operations; humanitarian assistance and demining; small-scale construction associated with these mission areas; or Security Sector Governance.
Three years of AM&E experience, including analyzing and summarizing disparate information clearly and concisely, drafting data-collection methodologies, creating organizational work plans based on higher-level goals, leading and coordinating multiple offices through multistep processes without direct supervisory authority, and supporting staff with varied knowledge and capabilities.
Strong oral and written communication skills for dealing effectively with mid- and high-level partner contacts, host governments, and local communities.
Ability to apply government agency regulations and procedures related to controlled unclassified information and foreign disclosure to daily work.
Excellent computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheet programs, and database management.
Ability to think strategically and act tactically, with strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to build strong cross-group working relationships and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and handle ambiguity and competing priorities.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business, professional, technical, and governmental materials; write reports, proposals, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; and present information effectively.
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make sound business decisions based on data.
Regularly sit, talk, type, or hear; frequently walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or higher.
Formal training or education in assessment, monitoring, and evaluation.
Strong cross-cultural and multinational coordination skills.
Regional professional experience and relevant language skills.
Experience conducting, analyzing, presenting, and incorporating program and activity evaluations.

Responsibilities

Support Department of War programmatic responsibilities for reporting, accountability, and executive-level support.
Research, analyze, and package results in response to short-fused requirements.
Collect, organize, analyze, visualize, and report qualitative and quantitative data.
Identify trends, emerging issues, risks, and future requirements to inform program planning and implementation.
Support the development of AM&E strategies, data-collection tools, survey instruments, reporting tools, and dashboards.
Assist with shaping and managing bilateral and multilateral cooperative objectives.
Support the planning and execution of high-level engagements in the continental United States and outside the continental United States.
Assist in developing strategic plans and policy in coordination with the Department of War, Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, and other strategic partners.
Prepare executive-level written products, including reports, presentations, talking points, calendars, notes, itineraries, memoranda, query responses, and related materials.
Coordinate distribution lists, capacity-building initiatives, events, workshops, and facilitation requirements.
Apply advanced consulting and problem-solving skills to develop innovative solutions to complex security cooperation challenges.
Provide administrative and coordination support required to meet security cooperation AM&E objectives.
Protect sensitive information and comply with applicable security protocols.
Travel domestically and internationally up to 25–50%, as determined by client and portfolio requirements, while following approved budget, cost-reasonableness requirements, and corporate and federal travel regulations.
Prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently, set goals and objectives, and develop realistic action plans.
Identify and resolve problems, gather and analyze information, and develop alternative solutions.

Benefits

Complete flextime.
401(k) with employer matching.
Medical, dental, and vision healthcare.
Health Savings Account and pre-tax premium options.
Supplementary healthcare and family support.
Extended short-term disability and long-term disability.
Healthcare insurance deductible paydown.
Health and wellness programs.
Tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, and education and training stipends.
Cell phone and internet stipends.
College savings plans with employer contributions.
Alternative work locations and telecommuting.
Employee referral awards.
Retention, signing, and performance bonuses.
Commuter benefits.
Paid sabbatical.