Security Assistance Data Analyst

Integrated Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI), a U.S. based international development consulting company established in 1987, has worked in over 100 countries and implemented over 300 projects. IBTCI serves government agencies, private sector companies, and several donor agencies. IBTCI specializes in monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning (MERL) and institutional support across many areas and sectors including, but not limited to, conflict and crisis, democracy and governance, agriculture, economic growth, food security, education, environment, and global health.

Assignment Title: Security Assistance Data Analyst

Department/Location: Washington, DC

Technical Point of Contact: Project Director

Type: Full-time

Overview: IBTCI is seeking a Security Assistance Data Analyst to support a proposed task order aimed at enhancing the Office of Security Assistance (PM/SA)’s capacity to provide effective program management, design, monitoring and security assistance oversight. PM/SA oversees U.S. foreign assistance programs aimed at building partner military capacity to advance U.S. foreign policy. The Office currently manages three security assistance accounts: Foreign Military Financing (FMF), International Military Education and Training (IMET), and the National Security Engagement Account (NSEA) (formerly Peacekeeping Operations (PKO)). Additionally, the Office provides concurrence authority for the U.S. Department of War (DOW)’s security assistance programs under U.S.C. Title 10 (“Title 10 programs”). The PM Bureau’s need to provide consistent oversight of U.S. security assistance programs is vital. In a context of scarce resources, the need to demonstrate clear alignment with U.S. Foreign policy through effective program management is paramount.

General Duties and Responsibilities: The Security Assistance Data Analyst (serves as the office’s primary data analyst, responsible for managing, analyzing, and optimizing data and information to support budget tracking and responses to Requests for Information (RFIs) in coordination with program managers and the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA). This role requires expertise in data management and visualization, leveraging the Microsoft suite of applications to develop workflows, dashboards, and other tools that enhance operational efficiency and decision-making. The Data Analyst will ensure data accuracy, streamline reporting processes, and provide actionable insights to support program objectives. Additionally, the analyst will collaborate with stakeholders to identify data-driven solutions, maintain compliance with relevant policies, and contribute to the continuous improvement of security assistance operations. The Security Assistance Data Analyst shall:

• Support PM/SA program officers in the budgeting and execution process of the office's multi-billion-dollar accounts, including general accounting; data entry and validation; reconciliation; and reporting from the data management systems in use.
• Liaison with the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) and account examiners at the Office of Management and Budget, as directed.
• Track the funding approval process for over $6 billion in security assistance programming annually, including the clearance process within State, the U.S. Department of War, and the Office of Management and Budget.
• Provide budgetary research, data collection, validation, analysis, modeling and reporting of country program activities for a variety of briefings and products, optimize current data management systems.
• Provide timely responses to requests for budgetary and financial data and information pertaining to the funding approval process.
• Support program officers to assist with and provide budget formulation and analysis support for all PM/SA programs, and incorporating strategic planning elements as related to the Department’s various and relevant strategy documents, as well as metrics and performance measures in the budget formulation exercise.
• Perform analytical, forecasting and interpretive functions for the management and control of budgetary and financial resources, including tracking current and prior year funds for programs supported by the office.
• Perform studies and audits on control, allocation and allotment of funds throughout the year, assuring that allocations and allotments are in accordance with pertinent laws, e.g., Appropriations Laws, Foreign Assistance Act, the Arms Export Control Act, and other financial and legislative regulations.
• Make recommendations to program officers to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of financial controls, and implement improvements as directed.
• Comply with all internal controls and procedures to protect organizational integrity and prevent unauthorized use or misappropriation of all classified and sensitive (but unclassified) material and equipment in assigned areas.

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in international relations, political science, economics, or a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools, including Microsoft Excel, Lists, Power BI, and other Microsoft suite applications.
• At least two (2) years of demonstrated experience developing automated workflows and dashboards to streamline data management and reporting processes.
• Experience working with large datasets, ensuring data accuracy, and optimizing information for decision-making.
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and communicate findings effectively to diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple ongoing tasks and processes simultaneously.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with experience presenting complex information.

Preferred Experience:

• Previous experience working within PM/SA.
• Knowledge of U.S. government security assistance or security cooperation programs.
• At least two (2) years of experience working on budget and fiscal processes for large-scale programs, preferably with the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of War.

Required Security Clearance: U.S. Citizenship. Active Secret-level clearance. A Secret security clearance is required for this position; however, the Data Analyst may begin work with an interim Secret security clearance.

Work environment: This position will be based in Washington, DC. In some cases, remote work arrangements could be authorized.

Working Days and Hours: This position will be based in Washington, DC. Regular hours for the positions will be the regular hours for the Washington, DC metropolitan area, 8:15 am – 5:00 pm EST; however, positions may be permitted to work alternative work schedules (AWS) as needed and approved, while adhering to the PM Bureau’s core hours, currently 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, and in-person requirements for PM/SA. Working schedules must be approved and must comply with all applicable access and security requirements of the facility where the work is performed.

Physical Requirements: This is largely a sedentary position that requires the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 20 lbs.

Supervisory Responsibility: This position has supervisory responsibilities.

Travel: Occasional travel may be required.

Pay Transparency Statement: We are dedicated to ensuring a thoughtful, compliant, and equitable approach to employment compensation. Our commitment includes conducting a comprehensive salary analysis that considers individual skill sets, qualifications, business needs, internal compensation data, and industry and labor market surveys. The anticipated pay range for this position is $61950 - $81600.

Benefits (Applicable to Employees only, eligibility may vary for part-time employees):

• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

IBTCI is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. This means that IBTCI is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (gender and gender identity), sexual orientation, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disabled status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable anti-discrimination laws. We prohibit discrimination and harassment in all employment practices and decisions, and we comply with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws.

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