Operations Research Systems Analyst (ORSA) Senior

Cherokee Federal•Honolulu, HI

About The Position

This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance. Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need. Cherokee Strategic Edge is seeking an Operations Research Systems Analyst (ORSA) Senior to support the mission of the Security Vetting Enterprise (SVE) in the front-line defense for screening and vetting linguist applicants and other Army designated categories of personnel. The USINDOPACOM JIOC provides the Commander with all-source intelligence support for operations, planning, and decision-making. It analyzes adversary capabilities and threats, integrates intelligence functions across the theater, supports joint planning and exercises, and informs deterrence and regional security efforts in the Indo-Pacific.

Requirements

Master's degree or Ph.D. preferred plus 8+ years of experience in operations research, systems analysis, or related analytical fields. Advanced expertise in optimization, complex systems analysis, metrics frameworks, simulation, and strategic application of quantitative methods.
Ability to translate complex analytical findings into actionable recommendations for operational and senior leader audiences.
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Responsibilities

Develop and apply mathematical models and optimization techniques to improve intelligence operations.
Conduct systematic analyses of operational processes, identify inefficiencies, and propose evidence-based solutions.
Perform statistical analysis and design experiments to evaluate system performance and test operational hypotheses.
Create simulations and decision-analysis products to support risk assessment, planning, and course-of-action evaluation.
Develop MOPs, MOEs, KPIs, and data collection plans; prepare analytical reports and visualizations for leadership.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.