Junior Research Analyst

KSA Integration • Quantico, VA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

KSA Integration is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that provides business and management solutions through three core capabilities: (1) data analytics, (2) comprehensive veterans support, and (3) business process improvement. We are a rapidly growing government contractor that has built a reputation on focused customer service, on-time performance, and continuous improvement. To demonstrate this, KSA was awarded the 2019 - 2025 Inc. Best Workplaces, a prestigious list of businesses recognized for value placed on company culture, standout worker benefits, and the prioritization of employee well-being. KSA also received a spot on both the 2020 - 2024 Best for Vets List by Military Times, in addition to winning the 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Department of Labor “Hire Vets” Platinum Medallion Award. Position Overview: The Junior Research Analyst supports the Marine Corps Systems Command Senior Support. This role is ideal for early-career professionals interested in public service, national security, and defense-related research. The analyst will support senior researchers and government stakeholders by collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing data to inform policy, operational planning, and strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word; familiarity with PowerPoint
• Ability to analyze complex information and summarize it clearly for non-technical audiences
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and ability to follow government documentation standards
• U.S. citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance (active clearance preferred but not required)

Nice To Haves

• Prior working experience supporting a General Officer or a Flag Officer's front office.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Internship, coursework, or project experience related to defense, intelligence, policy, or government research
• Familiarity with defense organizations, military structure, or national security policy
• Experience with research or data analysis tools (e.g., R, Python, SQL, SPSS, Stata)
• Experience working with government reports or federal data sources
• Basic understanding of classified vs. unclassified information handling

Responsibilities

• Informs Strategic plans and roadmaps Strenth Weakness Oppurtunities
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research related to defense, national security, military operations, and policy
• Collect, review, and synthesize data from government reports, classified and unclassified databases, academic literature, and open-source intelligence (OSINT)
• Support threat, trend, and capability assessments
• Assist with policy analysis, program evaluations, and strategic studies
• Clean, validate, and maintain datasets to ensure accuracy and compliance with government standards
• Develop briefing materials, reports, and executive summaries for government clients
• Create charts, tables, and visualizations to clearly communicate findings
• Track geopolitical, technological, and operational trends relevant to defense missions
• Maintain documentation of research methodologies, sources, and assumptions
• Support senior analysts with ad hoc research tasks and time-sensitive requests

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision (82% of employees’ premiums paid by the company, 25% towards dependents)
• HSA / FSA Medical Plans
• PTO
• Flexible Work Environment and Encourage Work/Life Balance
• 401K with Company Match
• Observes all federal holidays
• Professional Development/Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Annual Career Development Process

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees