Senior Cost Analyst with Security Clearance

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Job description

We are seeking applicants with eight to ten years of quantitative experience with an emphasis in Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition cost estimating analysis; familiarity with various software and cost estimating, analysis, models and tools; strong analytical, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Seeking a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic, ability to work autonomously or in a team environment, with excellent communication, quantitative, research and analytical skills to provide cost estimating/analysis and budget analysis and execution support for DOD software acquisition programs. Skills/Experience Required: Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, and Power Point) and experience in cost modeling and cost analysis of weapon systems and/or information systems, hardware and software estimating processes, models and tools is required. Demonstrated knowledge and experience using ACEIT (Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools), Power BI, R, Python, and/or MS Access proficiency is a plus.
Candidates must also possess analytical and problem solving skills with an in-depth knowledge of cost estimating to include:
oExperience with cost estimating methodologies
oCost estimating relationship development
oCost model development
oValidation and normalization techniques
oRisk analysis
oBusiness case analysis
oCost benefit analysis.
Experience in preparing cost estimates, assessing cost and budget impacts of program alternatives, and preparing and presenting applicable program documentation and briefings are a plus.
Familiarity with MIL-STD-881, and certification in the Cost Estimating career field by a recognized professional society or educational organization (i.e., Career field specific DAWIA level III / Advanced, ICEAA CCEA, etc.) preferred.
Applicants must have a security clearance (Secret level or higher). Responsibilities: Individual will perform a variety of cost and economic analysis. Work may include:
oCost research
oData collection
oParametric cost estimating
oCost and schedule estimating
oLife cycle cost analysis
oCost estimating relationship and model development
oCost risk analysis
oProject forecasting and risk assessment
oCost-benefit analysis
oSoftware cost estimating. Customer requirements are to conduct cost analyses and cost estimates for Life Cycle Cost Estimates, Program Office budgets, Contract Proposals, and other cost products as requested.

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