Research Analyst

Koniag Government Services, LLC•Winchester, VA

10d•$23 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

PacArctic, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is looking for an experienced Research Analyst with a Top-Secret Security clearance to support PAC and our government customer in Winchester, VA. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a commitment to accuracy, and experience handling sensitive information in a government or security-related environment. This position is on-site and does not support telework. The Research Analyst will be responsible for conducting thorough research, analysis, and vetting activities in support of government operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high level of accuracy and efficiency, consistently meeting government-established quality and production standards.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance or public trust clearance as required by the contract
Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess whether information is identifiable and derogatory within a security, law enforcement, or intelligence context
Ability to analyze complex data and extract key information relevant to risk assessments or background investigations
Report writing experience, with the ability to draft clear, concise, and well-supported findings in formal report formats
Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to clearly and accurately draft detailed findings and reports for submission to relevant agencies
Proficiency in research tools and general office software, including Microsoft Excel and Word
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive or classified information in strict accordance with applicable security regulations and policies
Strong organizational skills with the ability to track and manage multiple active work items simultaneously
Ability to consistently meet or exceed government-established quality standards.
Ability to meet or exceed the government-identified hourly production metrics.
Ability to work on-site.
Ability to work flexible hours between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM and maintain presence during core hours of 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Political Science, Social Sciences, Intelligence Studies, or a related field from an accredited college or university preferred
Two (2) or more years of hands-on experience in research, analysis, or investigations, specifically in a government or security-related environment
Prior experience in a security clearance, law enforcement, or intelligence context is strongly preferred
Experience working in a federal government, law enforcement, or intelligence community environment
Knowledge of background investigation processes and risk assessment methodologies
Experience managing high volumes of work items while maintaining accuracy and adherence to strict deadlines
Familiarity with government compliance standards, data protection protocols, and agency-specific security policies

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough research and analysis of information to assess whether data is identifiable and derogatory, in support of risk assessments, background investigations, or vetting activities
Analyze complex data sets and extract key information relevant to security assessments, investigations, or agency-specific vetting requirements
Draft clear, concise, and well-supported findings in formal report formats for submission to relevant government agencies
Ensure all submitted work items meet or exceed the government's quality assurance standards.
Handle sensitive and confidential information in strict accordance with applicable security regulations, data protection protocols, and agency policies
Utilize research tools and general office software, including Microsoft Excel and Word, to effectively manage and document work items
Maintain strong organizational practices to track and manage multiple active work items simultaneously, ensuring timely and accurate completion
Adhere to duty hour requirements, working flexible hours between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM while maintaining presence during core hours of 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM