Job Description

We greatly appreciate your interest in the Program Analyst position. Please note that at this time, we are currently recruiting for this position in response to a recently released Request for Information (RFI). Interviews will begin once the official Request for Proposal (RFP) is issued. Candidates who meet the qualifications will be contacted as the process moves forward.

Those who apply at this stage will have preference over candidates who apply once the position is confirmed. We are actively reviewing the details and will provide updates as soon as more information becomes available. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this process.

About Valens Global

Valens Global provides analyses, strategies, and innovative solutions that anticipate and address critical threats to people, businesses, and governments. Our goal, simply put, is to empower clients with essential knowledge as they navigate complex security challenges rooted in a changing global society. We believe these twenty-first century challenges require analysts who are fiercely independent, forward thinking, and unafraid to challenge received wisdom. We foster an intellectually vibrant climate. We emphasize teamwork, transparency, meritocracy, accountability, and empowerment at junior levels. We are proud of our track record. Our products exceed our clients’ expectations and stand the test of time. At Valens, you would be part of a smart, talented, and confident team of people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and outlooks. We think Valens is a great place to work, and we think you’ll agree.

Program Analyst (Subject Matter Expert)

Location: National Capital Region (NCR), Reston, VA, or any IC Government-cleared facility

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary: The Program Analyst will provide support for program performance and cost management evaluation activities. The role involves developing efficiency ratios, analyzing service-based costs, and generating business process redesign activities. The Program Analyst will also produce analysis results and create concise, comprehensive reporting products.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support program performance and cost management evaluation activities.
  • Facilitate strategy planning meetings and technical interchanges.
  • Develop and present concise, insightful, and comprehensive products for reporting to stakeholders, Senior Leadership, and vendors.
  • Lead the creation of ad hoc reports on managerial, financial, and operational data.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Advanced training in Process Improvement (e.g., Lean Six Sigma, SAFe) and Change Management (e.g., CCMP, Prosci).
  • Certification in production or performance management.
  • Experience as a Facility Security Officer (FSO) and familiarity with the DIA’s DD254 process.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Business, Finance, or Data Analytics. Advanced degrees are preferred.
  • Must hold as TS clearance and be eligible for SCI security clearance.

Required Application Materials:?

  • Cover Letter??
  • Resume or CV

Why Join Us

  • Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in strategic planning and coordination efforts that support national security and defense.
  • Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
  • Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic and supportive setting.

Candidates must complete the Predictive Index Assessments.

Please click on this link to be redirected to the behavioral assessment, a free-choice, untimed test that helps us comprehend how you view your personal work ethic and how you view the workplace: https://assessment.predictiveindex.com/bo/0oh/ProspectingLink

Candidates must complete the Predictive Index Assessments.